Computer Servicing and Network Practical

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Computer Servicing
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DEPARTMENT : COMPUTER ENGINEERING
YEAR/SEM : III/VI
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PART-A (Computer Servicing Practical’s)

Ex.No:1(A).Front panel indicators & switches and Front side & rear side
Connectors.
Aim:
To identify the front panel indicators and switches and rear side connector in a
computer system.
Procedure:
Tower Case:
Hard Drive Activity LED:

LED provides visual indication that data is being read from or written to the
hard drive.
Reset Switch:
Supporting the reset function requires, a momentary-contact switch that is
normally open. When the switch is closed, the board resets and runs POST.
Power Switch:
Supporting the power on/off function requires, a momentary-contact switch
that is normally open. The switch should maintain contact for at least 50 ms to
signal the power supply to switch on or off.
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Drive bays:
Drive bays are most commonly used to store disk drives, although they can
also be used for front-end USB ports, I/O bays, card readers, fans, tool storage,
and other uses.
 5.25" - Full-height bays were found in old PCs in the early to mid-1980s.
They were approximately 3.5" high by 5.75" wide, and used mainly for hard
disks and floppy disk drives. Half-height drive bays are approximately 1.75"
high by 5.75" wide, and are the standard housing for CD and DVD drives in
modern computers.
 3.5" - 3.5" bays, their actual dimensions are 4" wide by 1" high. Those with
an opening in the front of the case are generally used for floppy or Zip drives
Front Side Connectors:
USB Connectors:
 USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a way of setting up communication between a
computer and peripheral devices. USB is intended to replace many varieties
of serial and parallel ports. USB can connect computer peripherals such as
mice, keyboards, PDAs, gamepads and joysticks, scanners, digital cameras,
printers, personal media players, flash drives, and external hard drives.
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Card Reader:
 Card reader" is used to reads flash memory cards. It can be a standalone
device that connects to a computer via USB or it may be integrated into a
computer, printer, or multifunction device
 Most card readers accept multiple memory card formats, including compact
flash (CF), secure digital (SD), and Sony's Memory Stick.
Audio Jack:
 A socket for plugging in an audio source, Audio jacks are found on many
types of audio equipment and musical instruments that accept external
sound sources.
Rear Side Connectors:
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PS/2 Port:
 The PS/2 standard, introduced by IBM in 1987, stands for Personal
System/2. A PS/2 port is an electronic receptacle or plug found on
computers. It accepts a PS/2 cable with a mini-DIN connector, and is most
often used to plug in a keyboard or mouse.
 The connector is small with a diameter of about 1/3 inch (9.5mm). It
features a metal sleeve that is notched to ensure proper alignment when
inserting it into the PS/2 port. This protects the circular pins inside the DIN
connector from becoming bent.
Parallel Port:
 This interface is found on the back of older PCs and is used for connecting
external devices such as printers or a scanner. It uses a 25-pin connector
(DB-25). The latest parallel port standard, which supports the same
connectors, is called the Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP).
Serial Port:
 The serial port is used for peripherals such as mice, gaming controllers,
modems, and older printers. It is sometimes called a COM port or an RS-232 port.
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Draw diagram:
Result:
Thus the front panel indicators and switches and rear side connectors in a pc
are identified.
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1(B).Familiarize the computer system Layout: Marking positions of

SMPS, Motherboard, FDD, HDD, CD, DVD and add on cards.
Aim:
To familiarize a computer system layout and mark the positions of SMPS,
Motherboard, FDD, HDD, CD / DVD drive and add on cards.
Procedure:
Motherboard:
The motherboard has been an integral part of most personal computers. The
motherboard is a common circuit board. Each circuit card performs a unique
function in the computer and gets its power from the socket.
CPU:
The CPU, or processor, is the heart of your computer no matter what type
(PC, Server, and Laptop). There are many brands for processors such as Intel and
Athlon all with different processors for your computer.
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RAM:
Random Access Memory (RAM) is the form of memory contained in most
computers. When an application is running it stores its information in the RAM.
When you close the application the information is deleted from the RAM.
Hard-Disk Drive:
A hard drive stores all your files and information in a permanent form unlike
storing it in RAM (which is temporary). The larger your hard disk (drive) the more
information and files you're able to store.
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CD-Rom:
The CD-Rom is reads CD's. CD-Rom completely stands for Compact Disk
Read Only Memory. CD's have much more data than a floppy disk. Using CD-RW
you can make your own CD's and use them more like a floppy disk.
CD-Rom: CD-disk
IDE cable : SATA cable
DVD-Rom:
DVD-ROM is a digital optical disc storage format. DVDs offer higher storage
capacity than compact discs while having the same dimensions. Blank recordable
DVD discs (DVD-R and DVD+R) can be recorded once, Rewritable DVDs (DVD-RW,
DVD+RW, and DVD-RAM) can be recorded and erased multiple times.
Floppy Drive:
A floppy drive reads the popular floppy disk. Floppy disk is easy to use,
rewritable, compact, and great for storing information. The floppy drive is simple
and allows you to read, write to, and write over information stored on a floppy disk.
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Power Supply:
The power supply is usually a small metal box in the top corner of a case (tower).
You can see the power supply as below diagrams.
Access Slots:
Access slots or expansion slots are openings in a computer where a
circuit board can be inserted to add new capabilities to the computer. Examples of
drives that may go here would be modems; USB drives, networking cards, video
adapters, and sound cards.
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IO card:
Draw diagram:
Result:
Thus the computer system layout in SMPS, Motherboard, FDD, HDD, CD, DVD
and add on cards of the pc’s are identified.
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1(C). Configure BIOS setup program and troubleshoot the typical problems
using BIOS utility.
Aim:
To configure BIOS setup program and troubleshoot the typical problems using
BIOS utility.
Procedure:
Bios Setup:
The BIOS Setup utility reports system information and can be used to
configure the server BIOS settings.
BIOS have a Setup utility stored in the BIOS flash memory. The configured
data is stored in the system's battery-backed CMOS RAM.
To access BIOS configuration screens and to change the system’s parameters

complete the following steps:
 Power on or power cycle the server.

 To enter the BIOS Setup utility, press the F2 key while the system is
performing the power-on self-test (POST)
 Press F2 to Run Setup Prompt
 When BIOS is started, the main BIOS Setup utility top-level screen appears.
This screen provides seven menu options across the top of the screen.
 Use the left and right arrow keys to select the different menu options
 To select an option on a top-level screen, use the up and down arrow keys to
scroll up and down the options presented.
Only options that can be modified are highlighted when you press the up and
down arrow keys.
 If a field can be modified, as you select the option, user instructions for
modifying the option appear in the right column of the screen.
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 If a field is a link to a sub-screen, instructions to press the Enter key to

access the sub screen appear in the right column.
 Modify the setup field and press the Esc key to save the changes and exit the
screen. Some screens present a confirmation dialog box that enables
unwanted changes to be retracted.
 On sub-screens that only provide configuration information and cannot be
modified, press the Esc key to exit the screen.
 To continue modifying other setup parameters, repeat Step 3 through Step
6. Otherwise, go to Step 8
 Press and release the right arrow key until the Exit menu screen appears.
 Follow the instructions on the Exit menu screen to save or discard your
changes and exit the BIOS Setup utility.
BIOS Setup Screens Overview:
Screen Description
General product information, including BIOS type, processor, memory,

Main
and time/date.
Configuration information for the CPU, memory, IDE, Super IO, trusted
Advanced
computing, USB, PCI, MPS and other information.
PCI Configure the server to clear NVRAM during system boot.
Configure the boot device priority (storage drives and the DVD-ROM
Boot
drive).
Security Set or change the user and supervisor passwords.
Chipset View the configuration of server chipsets.
Save changes and exit, discard changes and exit, discard changes, or
Exit
load optimal or fail-safe defaults.
BIOS Setup Utility Menu Screens :

The BIOS Main screens provide general product information, including BIOS,
processor, system memory, and system time/date.
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BIOS Setup Utility: Main
Advanced Setting:
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Exit - Save Configuration Changes and Exit Confirmation:
BIOS Power-On Self-Test (POST) Events:

At system startup, the BIOS perform a power-on self-test that checks the
hardware on your server to ensure that all components are present and functioning
properly.
Draw diagram:
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Result:
Thus the bios setup program and troubleshoot the typical problems using BIOS
utility of the pc’s are identified.
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Ex.No:2. To install Hard Disk and configure to the Pc’s

Aim: To HDD disk
(A) Install Hard Disk. (B)Configure CMOS-Setup.
(C)Partition and Format Hard Disk.
(D)Identify Master /Slave / IDE Devices.
(E)Practice with scan disk, disk cleanup, disk De-fragment, Virus Detecting
and Rectifying Software.
2(A).Install Hard Disk:
Procedure:
How to Install a Hard Drive:
Steps:
 Unplug your computer and switch off the power supply.

 Locate the hard drive bay on the front of the computer. Put the hard
drive in the hard drive bay and line up the screw. Secure the hard drive into
the hard drive bay with screws.
 Find the cables that came with your hard drive. Match the connectors on
the back of the hard drive to the cables and attach them. Find the
corresponding connectors on the motherboard and plug them in.
 Set the drive jumper to the master setting if you are installing an IDE
drive. Look on the hard drive or in the manual that came with your hard drive
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for the jumper settings. Use a pair of needle nose pliers to adjust the jumper
to the proper setting.
 Put the side panel back on the computer and secure it with the
screws. Plug the computer back in and flip the power supply switch back to
"On."
2(B).Configure CMOS-Setup:
Procedure:
 Go into your BIOS. Press F10 or DEL at startup.

 Advanced settings
Go to "auto detects hard drives."
 Ensure that it
detects your new
hard drive.
If it doesn't detect the

drive, go back and make
sure the cables are
inserted tightly.
2(C).Partition and Format Hard Disk:

Create and format a hard disk partition:
You must be logged on as an administrator to perform these steps.
To create a partition or on a hard disk, there must be either unallocated
(empty) space on the hard disk or free space within an extended partition on the
hard disk.
If there is no unallocated space, you can create some by shrinking an
existing partition, deleting a partition, or by using a third-party partitioning
program.
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To create and format a partition (volume):

Open Computer Management by clicking the Start button, clicking Control
Panel, clicking System and Maintenance, clicking Administrative Tools, and then
double-clicking Computer Management.
1. In the Navigation pane, under Storage, click Disk Management.

2. Right-click an unallocated region on your hard disk, and then click New
Simple Volume.
3. In the New Simple Volume Wizard, click Next.
4. Type the size of the volume you want to create in megabytes (MB) or accept
the maximum default size, and then click Next.
5. Accept the default drive letter or choose a different drive letter to identify the
partition, and then click Next.
6. In the Format Partition dialog box, do one of the following:
 If you don't want to format the volume right now, click do not format
this volume, and then click Next.
 To format the volume with the default settings, click Next.
7. Review your choices, and then click Finish.
To format an existing partition (volume):
 Formatting a volume will destroy any data on the partition. Be sure to make
backups of any data you want to save before you begin.
 You cannot format a disk or partition that is currently in use, including the
partition that contains Windows.
 Quick format is a formatting option that creates a new file table but does not
fully overwrite or erase the volume.
1. Open Computer Management by clicking the Start button , clicking Control
Panel, clicking System and Maintenance, clicking Administrative Tools, and
then double-clicking Computer Management. If you are prompted for an
administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide
confirmation.
2. In the Navigation pane, under Storage, click Disk Management.
3. Right-click the volume that you want to format, and then click Format.
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4. To format the volume with the default settings, in the Format dialog box,
click OK, and then click OK again.
2(D).Identify Master /Slave / IDE Devices:
How to Set Jumpers for Your Computer’s IDE Drive:
SATA drives each have their own cable that connects to the computer’s
motherboard. IDE drives share a single cable. When two drives share one cable,
you give them different names. IDE drives, those names are “Master” and “Slave.”
1. Find the drive’s Master/Slave identification chart usually printed in black on a

sticker attached to your drive.
2. If your drive doesn’t have a sticker, visit the drive manufacturer’s Web site and
downloads the pin settings.
3. Locate the drive’s Master/Slave pins.
These both live near where the data and power cables plug into the drive.
You’ll find six or more pins, but they’re always set in pairs like the ones in the
photo.
4. With a pair of tweezers or needle-nose pliers, place the jumper (a little plastic
thingy) across the correct pair of pins, either Master or Slave.
Draw diagram:
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Result:
Thus the Install Hard Disk, configure CMOS-Setup, partition and format
Hard Disk and Identify Master /Slave / IDE Devices of the successfully installed.
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2(E).Practice with scan disk, disk cleanup, disk De-fragment, Virus

Detecting and Rectifying Software.
Procedure:
Using Scandisk and Disk Defragmenter:
Scandisk and Disk Defragmenter (Defrag) are two programs that when run in
conjunction with each other have the ability to detect and resolve many of the
problems which can cause poor performance and in more serious cases the loss of
files.
Running Scandisk:
 Click on Start Click on All Programs > Accessories > System Tools >
Scandisk respectively.
You should see the following window:
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 If you run Scandisk monthly you need only check the "Thorough" box the
first time you run the program.
 Always be sure to check the "Automatically fix errors" radio button
Running Defragment:
 Click on All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Defragment.
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 Click OK and you will see a window that looks something like this:
 Choose Start to run the program.
Running Disk Cleanup:

Procedure:
1. Click Start.
2. Click All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. You
should see the Disk Cleanup: Drive Selection dialog box that looks similar to
the following:
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3. From the pull-down menu, choose the drive you want to clean.
4. Click OK.
5. Disk Cleanup will calculate the free space on your computer, which may take
a few minutes.
6. After the calculation is complete, you should see a dialog box that looks
similar to the following:
7. Confirm that only the following check boxes are checked:
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 Downloaded Program Files

 Temporary Internet Files
 Recycle Bin
 Temporary Files
8. Click OK.
9. You should see a dialog box that asks Are you sure you want to permanently
delete these files?
10.Click Delete Files.

11.Disk Cleanup will delete the files and close automatically.
Virus Detecting and Rectifying Software:

1. Click Start.
2. Click All Programs >avast antivirus>Scan.
3. Click All Programs >avast antivirus>Scan.
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Draw diagram:
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Result:
Thus the scan disks, disk cleanup, disk De-fragment, Virus Detecting and
Rectifying Software to the pc’s are installed successfully.
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Ex.No:3.nstall and Configure a DVD Writer and a Blu-ray Disc writer and
recording DVD and Blu-ray disk.
Aim:
To Install and Configure a DVD Writer and a Blu-ray Disc writer and
recording a Blank DVD and Blu-ray Disc blank in a computer system.
Procedure:
To install an external DVD & Blu-ray drive:

 When purchasing a new drive be sure to: DVD+/-RW and Blu-Ray
Disc
 If you have a USB connection on your computer you can use an
external drive. The advantage to an exterior drive is that you can use it
on other computers as well.
To install an internal DVD & Blu-ray drive:
 Look for a DVD with the letters RW on the box. This is so you can
read disks and record them as well. Make sure the speed rating is 16X.
 Disconnect the power cord from the back of the
 Open the case of the computer.
 Locate the DVD drive. Most have two connections and can only be
snapped in place one way. One connection is for data and one for power.
 Check to see if your computer mounts the DVD/CD ROM drives from the
inside or if they are pushed through the front panel (you may have to
remove the plastic panel on some models.)
 Carefully remove the plastic “knock-off.
 Slide the DVD drive into an empty compartment or bay.
 Connect the DVD drive to the data cable.
 Look the DVD to the power connector.
 Re-assemble the cover and plug the computer back in.
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To record a blank DVD & Blu-ray:

 Insert the blank DVD in the DVD writer.
 Double click the Nero icon in the desktop.
 Then selection the needed options.
 To add the favorites file to copy in the disk.
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 Click the burn button.
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 Then the files are recorded into the blank disk.
 Then finished recorded.
Draw diagram:
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Result:
Thus the Install and Configure a DVD Writer and a Blu-ray Disc writer and
recording DVD and Blu-ray disk to the pc’s are installed successfully.
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Ex.No:4. Printer Installation and Servicing and troubleshoot

Aim:
Printer Installation and Servicing:
a) Head Cleaning in dot matrix printer
b) Install and configure Dot matrix printer and Laser printer
c) Troubleshoot the above printers.
d) Check and connect the data cable connectivity
Procedure:
4(a).Head Cleaning in dot matrix printer:

 Adjust the print head spacing.
 Check the tession on the print head positioning belt. use a non fibrous
swap dipped in alcohol to clean the print.
 Clean the printer roller surface.
 Clean the gear train of the paper handling motor.
 Apply light oil to rails.
 Move the carriage assembly to distribute the oil.
4(b).Install and configure Dot matrix printer and Laser printer:
(i)To Install and configure Dot matrix printer:
 Connect the printer to parallel port of the motherboard and power cable to
AC.
 Switch on the system and printer.
 Insert the driver disk in the CD drive.
 Click start >control panel>printers and fax respectively. You should
see the following window:

 Then >double click> add a printer>add printer wizard respectively.
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 click next add printer wizard appear.
 Click next until a list of model, manufacturer and click next.

 Select the correct printer model, manufacturer and click next.
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 Then, follow the instructions on the computer screen.

 After installation restart the system and check the printer.
(ii)To Install and configure Laser printer:

 Connect the printer to parallel port or USB port the motherboard and
power cable to AC.
 Click start >control panel>printers and fax respectively. You should see
the following window:

 Then >double click> add a printer>add printer wizard respectively. You
should see the following window:
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 Click next until a list of model, manufacturer and click next.

 Select the correct printer model, manufacturer and click next.
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 Then, follow the instructions on the computer screen.

 After installation restart the system and check the printer.
4(c).Troubleshoot the Dot-matrix printers:
 Printer does not function
 The printer does not print during self test.
 Printer not ready error message displayed.
 Carriage does not move.
 Paper empty-not sensing.
 No ribbon feed.
 Head pins problem and coils check.
Troubleshoot the above Laser printers:

 Strains of small round black appear on the front or back of the page.
 A blank page printed.
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4(d).Check and connect the data cable connectivity:

 See whether the cables are inserted fully into the printer port and computer
port.
 Check for any bent pins in the printer connector. If bent pins present
straighten it.
 Check the type of the cable to be used USB cables should not be longer than
15 feet.
 Check the continuity of the cable using multi meter.
Draw diagram:
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Result:
Thus the Install and Configure to a printer to the pc are installed successfully.
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Ex.No:5.To Install and configure Scanner, Web cam, Cell phone and bio-
metric device with system and troubleshoot the problems.
Aim:
To Install and configure Scanner, Web cam, Cell phone and bio-metric
device with system in a computer system.
Procedure:
Plug and Play installation:
1.Plug your camera or scanner into your computer.

2.If your camera is Plug and Play, the Scanner and Camera Wizard starts.
-or-
Double-click Add Device.
3.Follow the instructions on your screen.
To Install and configure Scanner, Web cam:
 To 
open Scanners and Cameras, click Start, click Control Panel, and then click
Scanners and Cameras.
 If you have
• a Plug and Play camera, Windows detects it and installs it
automatically.
 If your •camera or scanner is not Plug_and_play, follow the installation
instructions that came with the device.
 If your camera
• or scanner is not listed in the Scanner and Camera Installation
Wizard, try to install it using Device Manager.
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 After you•install your scanner or camera.
Cell phone installation:
 Open Windows Explorer on your PC (usually Start / All Programs /

Accessories / Windows Explorer )
 Connect your phone to your PC

 In XP: After ActiveSync shows it is connected, click on the "Explore" button
on ActiveSync on your PC
 In the ActiveSync Explorer or the Windows Mobile Device Center Explorer

window you just opened on your PC, browse to the folder on your phone
you want to copy the file to.
In WinXP: The window will usually open in your phone's My Documents
folder in WinXP ActiveSync. In order to browse anywhere else, you will
have go up one level by double clicking on "My Windows Mobile Based
Device" and then browse to any folder on your phone or select Memory
Card and browse to any folder there.
Now in Windows Explorer on your PC find the file that you want to copy to
your phone.
 To copy the file to your phone, simply drag the file from Windows Explorer
to the the window of the ActiveSync Explorer or Windows Mobile Device
Center Explorer window.
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You really only want to use this option if the file(s) you want to transfer
are small. You also do not want to do this if you are going to transfer a lot of
files.
Bio-metric device:
Procedure:
 Plug the U.are.U 4500 fingerprint reader into your computer and install it with
the driver install.
 Check in Device Manager if the figerprint reader is installed with Digital
Persona driver.
 Install Fingerprint SDK software. Restart your computer
 Run our Demo program located in the bin folder where the SDK was installed.
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 Place your finger on the reader and see it in action.
Draw diagram:
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Result:
Thus the Install and configure Scanner, Web cam, Cell phone and bio-metric
device to the pc are installed successfully.
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Ex.No:6. Assemble a system with add on cards and check the working
condition of the system and install OS.
Aim:
To Assemble a system with add on cards and check the working condition of the
system and install OS.
Procedure:
 Prepare the Mainboard

(motherboard). If you want to
assemble the well-liked device, you
should use Intel G31, GMA3100, or
AMD 780 Mainboard.
 Mount the CPU in the socket of the

Mainboard. You must choose the
correct CPU for your motherboard,
and install it according to it's
instructions. Be careful not to install
the CPU in wrong. Not only would
your computer not work, it could
short-circuit and damage your
motherboard.
 Connect the CPU cooler to the Main
board.
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 Attach the RAM(memory) modules in

the corresponding slots. the
motherboard should have rows of
slots that have 2 or 3 sections that
are different lengths. Make sure the
pins on the RAM cards line up with
the pins on the motherboard
connector. Don't get the RAM slots
mixed up with PCI slots. The PCI slots are usually wider.
 Open the case and mount the power

supply which is M-ATX type. Make
sure to connect all the connections to
the drives and the motherboard.
 Attach the Mainboard back plate to

the case and check the Mainboard
mounting positions. The
motherboard's instructions should tell
the position of the motherboard.
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 Suitably position the Mainboard in the

case.
 Mount the Hard disk and connect it to the power supply and the motherboard.
There should be separate connections
for the power supply and the
motherboard. In SATA Hard disk
case, should remove the jumper.
 Connect the SATA connectors to the

drives and the USB connectors and
the case switches to the
motherboard. The case and
motherboard's instructions should
tell where to connect the cables.
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 Connect the 20 or 24 pin ATX

connector and the 4-pin power
supply control connector to the
motherboard.
 Mount the DVD-ROM drive. After

connecting the ATA cable to the
device, hook it up to the power
supply.
Installing a Graphics Card (Add-on):
 Remove the back panel covers that

line up with the PCI-E slot. Almost all
modern graphics cards use PCI-E.
Some will require you to remove two
of the protective plates as opposed to
just one. You may have to punch the
plates out of the case.
 Insert the graphics card. You may have to bend a tab on the slot to allow the
graphics card to be inserted. The tab will help lock the graphics card in place
(this is more important for bulkier, high-end cards). Apply light, even force
until the card is seated uniformly, and the back panel lines up.
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 Secure the card. Once you have inserted the card, use a screw to secure it to
the back panel of the case. If you don’t secure your card, you could end up
damaging it in the long run.
 Install any other PCI cards. If you have any other PCI cards that you are add,
such as a dedicated sound card, the installation process is the same as the
video card process.
 Finally, Close the cabinet case.
Select a compatible operating system and to install.
Final Check:
Mother board jumper configurations are the settings for the processor operator.
1. Drive jumper settings, master/ slave correct?

2. Are the processor, RAM modules and plug in cards finally seated in there
sockets?
3. Did you plug all the cables in? Do they all fit really?
4. Have you frightened all the screws in plug- in cards or fitted the clips?
5. Are the drive secure?
6. Have you connected the power cables to all driver?
Powering up for the first time:
1. Ensure that no wires are touching the CPU heat sink fan.
2. Plug your monitor, mouse and keyboard.
3. Plug in power card and switch the power supply.
4. If everything is connected as it should be
 All system, fans should start spinning.
 U should hear a single beep and after about 5-10 sec.
 Amber light on monitor should go green.
 You will see computer start to boot with a memory check.
 Now check front LED’S to see if u plugged them in correctly.
 Check all other buttons.
 Power afford change any wrong settings.
Draw diagram:
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Result:
Thus the To Assemble a system with add on cards and check the working
condition of the system and install OS to the pc are installed successfully.
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Ex.No.7. Install and Configure Dual OS Installation
Aim:
To Install and Configure a Dual OS installation in a computer system.
Procedure:
Ensure that your computer meets or exceeds the minimum system

requirements to run Windows XP and Redhat Linux:
 300 MHz Intel or AMD CPU
 128 Megabytes of system RAM (It can work with 64 Megabytes of RAM but
it’s not recommended)
 1.5 Gigabytes of available drive space
 Super VGA 800x600 Display Adapter
 CD or DVD-ROM
 Keyboard and mouse, or other pointing devices
 Network Interface Adapter required for Internet and Network Connectivity
 Ensure you have a Windows XP Product Key. It is printed on a sticker on
your software package. It is a string of 5 groups of characters (each 5 long),
separated by dashes, resulting in 25 characters in all.
 It looks like this: HHHCF-WCF9P-M3YCC-RXDXH-FC3C6.
 When the software has almost finished installing, you will be asked for it. You
need the product key to complete installing Windows.
 Before inserting the CD, you'll have to enter bios (in most cases by
pressing DEL on system startup) and select your primary boot device
CD-ROM Insert the Windows XP Installation Disc and start your computer.
When prompted to "Press any key to boot from CD," press a key on the
keyboard.
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 The installation program will check your hardware, install default-set

drivers, and load files necessary for installation. When arriving at the
"Welcome to Setup" screen, Press ENTER to begin the installation process.
 Read the License Agreement and press F8 indicating you agree to its terms.
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 On the next screen, you are presented with a summary of the available
partitions on your installed hard drives. At this point, you should see only
one entry, "Unpartitioned Space." It will be highlighted in grey. Press C on your
keyboard to begin creating partitions for the drive.
 Enter the size in megabytes for the new partition
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 The system will create your new partition, and you will now be at the partition
summary screen once again. Select your new partition, usually labeled "C:
Partition 1 [Raw]" and press ENTER.
 Select either "Format the Partition using the NTFS File System" OR "Format the
Partition using the FAT File System," and press ENTER.
 It is highly recommended to avoid Quick Format, as this skips an important
process that checks the hard drive for errors or bad sectors.
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 The system will now format the partition.
 Windows will now start copying files from the installation disc and prompt you to
reboot the computer when the process is completed.
 This is the most time consuming part. When the computer reboots, do not
press enter to boot from the disc this time, rather allow the computer to boot
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from the hard drive. If you are greeted with the Windows XP Boot screen, all is
well so far.
 Now the setup program will display various marketing information to you as it
installs and configures itself to your system.
 Sooner or later, a dialog window will appear, asking you to choose your Regional
settings. Select appropriate settings native to your area. Click the "Next" button
when that is completed.
Enter your Product Key, (otherwise known as a CD or Install Key,) at this window.
You will not be able to complete this process without a valid Key. Click "Next" to
continue.
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 If your computer is going to be on a LAN (Local Area Network) at home, or

even just for kicks, give it a name.
 Select your time zone, and ensure that the date/time are correct. Click
"Next" to continue.
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 Leave "Typical Settings" selected for Network Setup, unless you have a
specialized access device or protocol required
 Setup will continue to install other devices and peripherals connected to your
machine, give you marketing and capability information, then reboot as before
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 Congratulations! You've installed Windows XP. There are a few more additional
set-up routines required, but you have completed the installation. Remove the
CD from the drive.
 Upon Reboot, click yes when you are informed Windows will be changing your
visual settings to improve quality.
You will now be looking at the default Windows XP Desktop. Congratulations!
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Red Hat Installation in Graphical mode:

Procedure:
Boot computer using Red Hat Installation DVD.
1. Select Install or upgrade an existing 4. Choose a installation media

system option on Grub Menu
5. Skip DVD media test

2. Choose a language
6. Red Hat 6 graphical installer starts,
3. Choose a keyboard type select next
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7. Accept Pre-Release Installation
10. Select time zone
8. Select storage devices
11. Enter a password for root user
9. Insert computer name
12. Select type of installation Read

every options info carefully. And select
encrypting if needed and option to
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review and modify partition layout.
13. Review partition layout Modify if

needed. 15. Writing changes to disc
16. Configure boot loader options Select

device to install boot loader and
check/create boot loader operating
system list.
14. Accept write changes to disc
17. Select software to install and enable

repositories
This case we select Software

Development Workstation and enable
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.0 Beta

Repository and select Customize now.
20. Starting installation process
18. Customize package selection Select

PHP and Web Server to installation.
21. Installing packages.
19. Checking dependencies for

installation
22. Installation is complete Click

reboot computer and remove
installation media.
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Red Hat 6 RHEL Finishing

Installation 26. Create normal user
23. Selecting RHEL 6 from grub
24. Booting Red Hat 6 27. Setup date and time and keep
up-to-date with NTP
25. Red Hat 6 Welcome screen
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28. Login Red Hat 6 Gnome

Desktop
29. Red Hat (RHEL) 6 Gnome

Desktop, empty and default look
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Draw diagram
Result:
Thus the Dual OS installation was executed successfully.
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Ex.No.8: TO Assembling and Disassembling of Laptop to identify the parts and to

install OS and configure it.
Aim:
To configure Assembling and Disassembling of Laptop to identify the parts and to install
OS and configure it.
Procedure:
Laptop assembly Guidelines

 There are several types of small screws that are used throughout the laptop. Place
these in small envelopes and write the component name on the envelope. Be organized
and keep track of all the screws.
 We have to figure out how to remove the back panel.
 The first component to install is the processor. Take extreme care not to touch the pins
in the socket during the process.
 For wireless connectivity, our system uses a Mini-

PCIe slot rather than the more common Mini-PCI
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variety. Be sure to connect the wires first before sliding the card into the slot.
 Most barebones notebooks use upgradable MXM graphics cards, which can be difficult to
find at stores but are easy to install. Gamers should go with the most powerful MXM
card available.
Pop in the video card:
To install the MXM graphics card, first find the baggie with three larger silver screws and
two small black screws. Hold the card at about a 30-degree angle as you insert its edge
connector into the video-card slot near the center of the motherboard. Press the card in and
downward, and then use the two small black screws to secure it in place.
Set up the drive:
The motherboard SATA connectors are along the front, right edge, under the lip of the
laptop's shell. Drop the drive into place and then carefully use your thumb to push the drive
into the SATA connectors. Now use the remaining two screws to secure the drive in place.
Add memory:
The last internal components to install are the SO-DIMM memory boards. The two
memory slots sit between the graphics card and the large silver finned heat sink, near the
center of the motherboard.
Final assembly:
Now that all the hardware components are installed, find the four screws you removed
from the ACE Door, slide the door back into place, and replace the screws. To prepare for
power up, pop in the notebook's battery pack, connect the power brick, and plug it into a
wall outlet. Finally, open the laptop's cover, cross your fingers on one hand, and use your
other hand to press the power button.
LAPTOP DISASSEMBLY GUIDELINES
You will also need a mini Phillips screwdriver, anti-static wrist strap, magnifying glass, and
good lighting.
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Battery Removal:
Hard Drive Removal:
Memory Module Removal:

The Memory Module compartment is usually located on the back of the laptop.
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Wireless LAN Module:

The WLAN Module is consistently located on the back of the laptop
The RTC Battery:

The RTC Battery (Real Time Clock) can be located in the memory module, hard drive,
WLAN, or any compartment in the back of the laptop. The HP dv4000 locates the RTC in the
Mini PCI compartment as shown below.
Switchboard and Keyboard Removal:

To access many laptop components the keyboard must be removed. Often, the
switchboard, keyboard cover, and other components must be removed to access the keyboard
connections and screws. The HP ze5300 is a good example below.
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CD/DVD Drive removal (Optical Drive):
Display Assembly Removal”

Removing the Display Assembly is one of the more intricate procedures when working
on a laptop. The HP dv2700 requires the removal of many components beginning with the
Wireless Antenna Cable located in the WLAN module compartment and also a screw
that secures the Display Assembly to the computer.
The Keyboard and Switch cover also need to be removed. Follow the illustrations
below to get an idea of the procedure.
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Draw diagram
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Result:
Thus the Assembling and Disassembling of Laptop to identify the parts and to install OS
and configure it to the pc are installed successfully.
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PART-B (Computer Network practical’s)
Ex. No. 1. Do the following Cabling works in a network
a) Cable Crimping b) Standard Cabling and c) Cross Cabling
d) IO connector crimping e) Testing the crimped cable using a cable
tester.
Aim:
To do the following
a) Cable Crimping
b) Standard Cabling
c) Cross Cabling
d)IOconnectorcrimping
e) Testing the crimped cable using a cable tester
Procedure:
a) Cable Crimping steps:
1. Remove the outmost vinyl shield for 12mm at one end of the cable (we call this side A-
side).
2. Arrange the metal wires in parallel
3. Insert the metal wires into RJ45 connector on keeping the metal wire arrangement.
4. Set the RJ45 connector (with the cable) on the pliers, and squeeze it tightly.
5. Make the other side of the cable (we call this side B-side) in the same way.
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6. After you made it, you don't need to take care of the direction of the cable.
b) Standard Cabling:
1. 10BaseT and 100BaseT are most common mode of LAN. You can use UTP
category-5 cable for both modes.
2. A straight cable is used to connect a computer to a hub.
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d) IO connector crimping:
Run the full length of Ethernet cable in place, from endpoint to endpoint,
making sure to leave excess.
 At one end, cut the wire to length leaving enough length to work, but not too much
excess.
 Strip off about 2 inches of the Ethernet cable sheath.
 Align each of the colored wires according to the layout of the jack.
 Use the punch down tool to insert each wire into the jack.
 Repeat the above steps for the second RJ45 jack.
e) Testing the crimped cable using a cable tester:
 cable crimping and testing RJ45 cable tester

crimper cable stripper UTP cable connector
 Type of cable straight cable crossed cable
 Straight cable PC to HUB
 Crossed cable pc to pc hub to hub 568B 568A
Wiring Schematic
 Analogy 568B GO AND BUY ORANGE, BROWN 568A
 Straight through cable for a straight through cable, both ends use the same wiring
schematics. 568B 568B
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 Crossover cable for a crossover cable, both ends uses different wiring schematics. 568A
568B pair twisted wire RJ45 connector
 Step 1 : Skin off the cable jacket 3.0 cm long cable stripper up to cable
 Step 2: Untwist each pair and straighten each wire 190 0 1.5 cm long.
 Step 3 : Cut all the wires
 Step 4 : Insert the wires into the RJ45 connector right white orange left brown the pins
facing up
 Step 5 : Place the connector into a crimping tool, and squeeze hard so that the handle
reaches its full swing.
 Step 6: Use a cable tester to test for proper continuity.
Draw diagram:
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Result:
Cable Crimping, Standard Cabling and Cross Cabling, IO connector crimping and
testing the crimped cable using a cable tester are done successfully
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Ex. No. 2(A). Configure Host IP, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway in a
SysteminLAN (TCP/IPConfiguration).
Aim:
To Configure IP Address in a system in LAN (TCP/IP Configuration) and Configure

DNS to establish interconnection between systems
Procedure:
(a) Steps to configure IP address, Subnet mask and Default Gateway:
1. Click on the Start button and select Control Panel then Network and Internet
Connections.
2. Click Network and Internet Connections.
3. Right click on the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties.
4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
5. Click on the Properties button.
6. Uncheck that Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address
automatically and put IP, Subnet mask & Default Gateways.
7. Click on the Advanced button and select the DNS tab in the Advanced TCP/IP
Settings window.
8. Ensure that Register this connection's addresses in DNS is not selected.
9. Click OK, OK, then Close to close all boxes.
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Result :
Configuration of IP Address in a system in LAN (TCP/IP Configuration) and

Configuration to establish interconnection between systems have been done successfully
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2(B).Configure Internet connection and use IPCONFIG, PING / Tracer

and
Netstat utilities to debug the network issues.
Aim:
To Configure to Configure Internet connection and use IPCONFIG, PING / Tracer

and Net stat utilities to debug the network issues establish interconnection between
systems
Procedure:
Configure Internet connection and use IPCONFIG, PING:
1. Open Command Prompt, and then type ipconfig. From the display of the ipconfig
command, ensure that the network adapter for the TCP/IP configuration you are testing
is not in a Media disconnected state.
2. At the command prompt, ping the loopback address by typing ping 127.0.0.1.
3. Ping the IP address of the computer.
4. Ping the IP address of the default gateway.
 If the ping command fails, verify that the default gateway IP address is correct
and that the gateway (router) is operational.
5. Ping the IP address of a remote host (a host that is on a different subnet).
If the ping command fails, verify that the remote host IP address is correct, that the
remote host is operational, and that all of the gateways (routers) between this computer
and the remote host are operational.
6. Ping the IP address of the DNS server.
If the ping command fails, verify that the DNS server IP address is correct, that the
DNS server is operational, and that all of the gateways (routers) between this computer
and the DNS server are operational.
Tracer and Net stat utilities to debug the network issues.
Tracer network:
 Open Command Prompt, and type the following:

 tracert host_name
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Or, type tracert ip_address

 where host_name or ip_address is the host name or IP address, respectively, of the
remote computer.
 For example, to trace a connection route from this computer to www.microsoft.com,
type the following at a command prompt:
tracert www.microsoft.com
 If you do not want the tracert command to resolve and display the names of all routers
in the path, use the -d parameter. This expedites the display of the path. For example,
to trace a path from this computer to www.microsoft.com without displaying the router
names, type the following at a command prompt:
Net stat utilities to debug the network issues:

Displays active TCP connections, ports on which the computer is listening, Ethernet
statistics, the IP routing table, IPv4 statistics (for the IP, ICMP, TCP, and UDP protocols), and
IPv6 statistics (for the IPv6, ICMPv6, TCP over IPv6, and UDP over IPv6 protocols). Used
without parameters, netstat displays active TCP connections.
Syntax
netstat [-a] [-e] [-n] [-o] [-p Protocol] [-r] [-s] [Interval]
Parameters
-a
Displays all active TCP connections and the TCP and UDP ports on which the computer is
listening.
-e
Displays Ethernet statistics, such as the number of bytes and packets sent and received. This
parameter can be combined with -s.
-n
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Displays active TCP connections, however, addresses and port numbers are
expressed numerically and no attempt is made to determine names.
-o
Displays active TCP connections and includes the process ID (PID) for each connection. You
can find the application based on the PID on the Processes tab in Windows Task Manager.
This parameter can be combined with -a, -n, and -p.
-p Protocol
Shows connections for the protocol specified by Protocol. In this case, the Protocol can be tcp,
udp, tcpv6, or udpv6. If this parameter is used with -s to display statistics by protocol,
Protocol can be tcp, udp, icmp, ip, tcpv6, udpv6, icmpv6, or ipv6.
-s
Displays statistics by protocol. By default, statistics are shown for the TCP, UDP, ICMP, and IP
protocols. If the IPv6 protocol for Windows XP is installed, statistics are shown for the TCP over
IPv6, UDP over IPv6, ICMPv6, and IPv6 protocols. The -p parameter can be used to specify a
set of protocols.
-r
Displays the contents of the IP routing table. This is equivalent to the route print command.
Interval
Redisplays the selected information every Interval seconds. Press CTRL+C to stop the
redisplay. If this parameter is omitted, netstat prints the selected information only once.
/?
Displays help at the command prompt.
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Writing command:
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Result:
Thus the Configure Internet connection and use IPCONFIG, PING / Tracer and
Net stat utilities to establish interconnection between systems have been done
successfully
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Ex. No. 3. Establish Peer to Peer network connection using two systems and
using Switch and Router in a LAN.
Aim:
To establish Peer to Peer network connection using two systems in a LAN and Switch and
Router in a LAN and share the Drives and folders.
Procedure:
Stepping into Peer-to-Peer:
1. Click Start, Control Panel, Network Connections.

2. Select Set up a home or small office network link under Network Tasks
On the left-side.
3. The Welcome to the Network Setup Wizard screen on the Network

Setup Wizard appears. Click Next.
4. The Before you continue screen appears, listing the steps that will be
completed. Click the checklist for creating a network link.
5. Close the Steps for creating a home or small office network screen.
6. Click Next on the Before you continue screen.
7. connect the network interfaces click Next.
8. The Select a connection method screen appears. Here you will select
from three connection options Make your selection and click Next.
9. On the Select your Internet connection screen, select the network

connection that relates to the Internet under Connections and click Next. You must make a
selection or the Next button will remain grayed out.
10. The next screen, Your computer has multiple connections, is very
important for both Internet connectivity and firewall issues. It's here you begin to
assist the wizard by defining the "inside" network adapter (local area network) and the
"wild-side" network adapter (Internet connection). Make the appropriate selection and
click Next. In my case, I selected Let me choose the connections to my network.
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11. Because of the selection I made in, the Select the connections to bridge appears. Make
the connection selection and click Next.
12. Complete the Computer description and Computer name fields on the Give this computer
a description and name screen and click Next.
13. Complete the Workgroup name field on the Name your network screen And click next.
14. Review your settings on the Ready to apply your network settings
Screen and click next.
15. Click Finish after the configuration process is completed.
Connecting the hardware and cables:
When setting up your network hardware and cables, keep the following in mind:
 All PCs must have networking hardware already installed. Examine the back of the PC
for an RJ45 port (it looks like a port for a typical phone but is wider with eight contacts).
 If you have more than two PCs, you will need at least one multi-port sharing device like
a hub, switch, or router with enough ports to support all your PCs.
 If you are only networking two PCs, all you need is one crossover cable. You do not need
a hub, switch, or router.
 Multi-port sharing devices that work for creating small networks:
 Hubs are usually the least expensive of the devices. Hubs simply repeat the data
flow out to the other lines. These work good in small networks.
 Switches are like hubs but filter IP addresses to increase data flow in larger
networks.
 Routers become necessary when networking over 254 computers. A router can
also be used to share one IP address with several other PCs (not discussed in this
document).
 The network link between PCs can only be as fast as the slowest device in the link. Try
to use all networking devices with the same speed rating for optimal performance (this
include cables).
 Try to keep hubs, switches, and routers accessible.
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 Some hubs, switches, and routers, require the last port be used only when the cascade
port is not already in use. Do not connect a network cable for a PC into the cascade port
unless you are "cascading" to another device.
Draw diagram:
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Result:
Peer to Peer network connection using two systems using Switch and Router in a
LAN have been done successfully.
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Ex.No.4.Transfer files between systems in LAN using FTP Configuration,
install Print server in a LAN and share the printer in a network.
Aim:
To transfer files between systems in LAN using FTP Configuration, install Print
server in a LAN and share the between two system in a LAN.
Procedure:
Local Printer installs:

To Install and configure printer:
 Connect the printer to parallel port of the motherboard and power cable to AC.
 Click start >control panel>printers and fax respectively.
 Then >double click> add a printer>add printer wizard respectively.
Printer sharing:
1. Open Printers and Faxes. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Printers and Other
Hardware, and then click Printers and Faxes.
2. Right-click the printer you want to share, and then click Sharing.
3. On the Sharing tab, click Share this printer and then type a share name for the
shared printer.
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4. If you share the printer with others using different hardware or different operating
systems, click Additional Drivers. Click the Environment and operating system for
the other computers, and then click OK to install the additional drivers.
5. Click OK, or, if you have installed additional drivers, click Close.
To stop sharing your printer:
2. Right-click the printer you want to stop sharing, and then click Sharing.
3. On the Sharing tab, click Do Not share this printer.
To connect to a printer on a network:
2. Under Printer Tasks, click Add a printer to open the Add Printer Wizard, and then
click Next.
3. Click A network printer, or a printer attached to another computer, and then click
Next.
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Three Ways to Connect to a Printer on a Network:

To search for a printer in Active Directory
1. Click Find a printer in the directory, and then click Next.
2. Click the Browse button to the right of Location, click the printer location, and then
click OK.
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3. Click Find Now.

4. Click the printer you want to connect to, and then click OK.
To locate a printer by typing the printer name or browsing for it
1. Click Connect to this printer.
2. Do one of the following:

 Type the printer name using the following format:
\\printserver_name\share_name
 Browse for it on the network. Click Next, click the printer in Shared printers.
1. Click Next.
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Draw diagram:
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Result:
To transfer files between systems in LAN using FTP Configuration, install Print
server in a LAN and share the between two system in a LAN.
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Ex. No. 5.Configure DNS to establish interconnection between systems and describe
how a name is mapped to IP Address
Aim:
To Configure DNS to establish interconnection between systems and describe
how a name is mapped to IP Address
Procedure:
Steps to Install and configure DNS:
1. Open Windows Components Wizard. To do so, use the following steps:

a. Click Start, click Control Panel, and then click Add or Remove Programs.
b. Click Add/Remove Windows Components.
In Components, select the Networking Services check box, and then click
Details.
In Subcomponents of Networking Services, select the Domain Name System

(DNS) check box, click OK, and then click next.
If you are prompted, in Copy files from, type the full path of the distribution files, and
then click OK.
Configure DNS:
1. Start the Configure Your Server Wizard. To do so, click Start, point to All Programs,
point to Administrative Tools, and then click DNS
Configure a DNS Server Wizard starts. In the wizard, follow these steps:
 On the Select Configuration Action page, select the Create a forward lookup
zone check box, and then click next.
 To specify that this DNS hosts a DNS zone that contains DNS resource records for
your network resources, on the Primary Server Location page, click This
server maintains the zone, and then click Next.
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 On the Zone Name page, in Zone name, specify the name of the DNS zone for your
network, and then click Next. The name of the zone is the same as the name of the DNS
domain for your small organization or branch office.
 On the Dynamic Update page, click Allow both nonsecure and secure dynamic
updates, and then click Next. This makes sure that the DNS resource records for the
resources in your network update automatically.
 On the Forwarders page, click Yes, it should forward queries to DNS
servers with the following IP addresses, and then click Next. When you select this
configuration, you forward all DNS queries for DNS names outside your network to a DNS at
either your ISP or central office. Type one or more IP addresses that either your ISP or central
office DNS servers use.
 On the Completing the Configure a DNS Wizard page of the Configure a DNS
Wizard, you can click Back to change any of the settings. To apply your selections, click
Finish.
Draw diagram:
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Result:
Thus the Configuration of DNS to establish interconnection between systems have
been done successfully
Ex. No. 6.Install and configure Network Devices: HUB, Switch and Routers.
Aim:
To Install and configure Network Devices HUB, Switch and Routers PCs are
interfaced using connectivity devices.
Procedure:
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Result:
Thus install and configure Network Devices PCs are interfaced using connectivity
devices – Hub, router and switch have been done successfully.
Ex.No:7. Install and Configure Wired and Wireless NIC and transfer files
between systems in LAN and Wireless LAN.
Aim:
To Install and Configure Wired and Wireless (remotely) NIC and transfer files between systems
in LAN and Wireless LAN between two system in a LAN.
Procedure:
(a) Install the network card:
Disconnect all cables connected to the computer and open the case.
 Locate an available PCI slot (white slots) and insert the network card and secure
the card with the screw that came with it.
 Once the adapter has been installed and secured close the computer case,
connect all the cables and turn it on.
 Once your computer is on install the adapter driver by inserting the CD that came
with the Ethernet adapter.
 After installing the adapter driver it should be working find, now let’s configure
the card for use on a network.
 Click on the Start button and select Settings then Control Panel.
 Double click on the System icon.
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 Click on the Hardware tab.

 Click on Device Manager.
 You will see a list of devices installed in your computer.
 If necessary, click on the + sign next to Network Adapters to expand the list.
 Ensure that there is no yellow exclamation mark (!) next to the Network Adapter.
This indicates a possible problem with the card or configuration.
 Double click on your network driver (e.g. NE2000 Compatible).
 In the Device Status box you should see the message:
 This Device is working correctly.
If you do not see this message or if there is no Network Adapter displayed, then your
Ethernet card will probably need configuring.
NICs (Network Interface Card):Network Interface Card, or NIC is a hardware card

installed in a computer so it can
communicate on a network. The network adapter
provides one or more ports for the network
cable to connect to, and it transmits and receives
data onto the network cable.
Wireless LAN card:
Every networked computer must also have a

network adapter driver, which controls the
network adapter. Each network adapter driver is
configured to run with a certain type of network
adapter.
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Draw diagram
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Result:
Installation and configuration of Wired and Wireless (remotely) NIC and transfer files
between systems in LAN and Wireless LAN between two systems in a LAN have been done
successfully.
Extra program
EX.NO:-1: Installing a External Modem
Aim:
To install a External Modem
Procedure:
1. Turn computer off.
2. Plug modem into a free serial port.
3. Plug modem power in and hook up phone line.
4. Restart system, you should go into a plug and play routine with windows.
5. Your system will recognize your new hardware especially if is is PnP (Plug
and Play) device.
6. In most cases you will be brought to a hardware wizard under windows and
it will ask for a driver for your device.
7. Make sure you have the installation CD or floppy in the drive.
8. Browse location for what is called a INF. File, this provides information on
your device and will help load device.
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9. Simply choose location of INF. file and hit ok or next. This should load the
driver for device and your in business.
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Result:
Thus the installation of external modem has been done successfully.
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PART-A (Computer Servicing Practical’s)

Hard Drive Activity LED:

Front Side Connectors:

1(B).Familiarize the computer system Layout: Marking positions of

IDE cable : SATA cable

To access BIOS configuration screens and to change the system’s parameters

 Power on or power cycle the server.

 If a field is a link to a sub-screen, instructions to press the Enter key to

BIOS Setup Screens Overview:

General product information, including BIOS type, processor, memory,

PCI Configure the server to clear NVRAM during system boot.

Security Set or change the user and supervisor passwords.

Chipset View the configuration of server chipsets.

BIOS Setup Utility Menu Screens :

BIOS Setup Utility: Main

Exit - Save Configuration Changes and Exit Confirmation:

BIOS Power-On Self-Test (POST) Events:

Ex.No:2. To install Hard Disk and configure to the Pc’s

How to Install a Hard Drive:

 Unplug your computer and switch off the power supply.

 Go into your BIOS. Press F10 or DEL at startup.

If it doesn't detect the

2(C).Partition and Format Hard Disk:

To create and format a partition (volume):

1. In the Navigation pane, under Storage, click Disk Management.

To format an existing partition (volume):

1. Find the drive’s Master/Slave identification chart usually printed in black on a

2(E).Practice with scan disk, disk cleanup, disk De-fragment, Virus

 Choose Start to run the program.

Running Disk Cleanup:

7. Confirm that only the following check boxes are checked:

 Downloaded Program Files

10.Click Delete Files.

Virus Detecting and Rectifying Software:

3. Click All Programs >avast antivirus>Scan.

To install an external DVD & Blu-ray drive:

To record a blank DVD & Blu-ray:

 To add the favorites file to copy in the disk.

 Click the burn button.

 Then the files are recorded into the blank disk.

 Then finished recorded.

Ex.No:4. Printer Installation and Servicing and troubleshoot

4(a).Head Cleaning in dot matrix printer:

see the following window:

You should see the following window:

 click next add printer wizard appear.

 Click next until a list of model, manufacturer and click next.

 Then, follow the instructions on the computer screen.

(ii)To Install and configure Laser printer:

the following window:

should see the following window:

 Click next until a list of model, manufacturer and click next.

 Then, follow the instructions on the computer screen.

Troubleshoot the above Laser printers:

4(d).Check and connect the data cable connectivity:

Plug and Play installation:

1.Plug your camera or scanner into your computer.

 After you•install your scanner or camera.

Cell phone installation:

 Open Windows Explorer on your PC (usually Start / All Programs /

 Connect your phone to your PC

 In the ActiveSync Explorer or the Windows Mobile Device Center Explorer

 Install Fingerprint SDK software. Restart your computer