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COMPETENCY BASED LEARNING MATERIALS

Core Competency # 1
SECTOR: ELECTRONICS
QUALIFICATION
TITLE:
COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING NC II
UNIT OF
COMPETENCY:
INSTALL AND CONFIGURE COMPUTER SYSTEMS
MODULE TITLE: INSTALLING AND CONFIGURING COMPUTER SYSTEMS

REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER - ILIGAN

Maria Cristina, Iligan City TeleFax: [63] 223 - 6541 - 6542 e-mail Address: [email protected]
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Copyright Technical Education and Skills Development Authority / Regional Training

Center – Iligan

First Published April 12, 2016

This module was based on the at the Competency-Based Curriculum–Contextual

Learning Matrix (CBC-CLM ) and finalized on the Instructional Modules Finalization
Development Workshop conducted at the TESDA Regional Training Center Iligan, Iligan City
on January 2015.

This learning instrument was developed by the following personnel:

Facilitator:

• Mr. Ralf John D. Pacapat

Encoder:
o Mr. Ralf John D. Pacapat

This work was produced with funding provided by the Electronics sector of Computer
Systems Servicing NC II @ TESDA Regional Training Center Iligan

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : INSTALL & CONFIGURE COMPUTER SYSTEMS

MODULE TITLE : INSTALLING & CONFIGURING COMPUTER SYSTEMS

MODULE DESCRIPTOR:

This unit covers the outcomes required in installing and configuring desktop and
workstation computers systems. It consists of competencies to assemble computer
hardware, install operating system and drivers for peripherals/devices, and install
application software as well as to conduct testing and documentation.

NOMINAL DURATION: 40 Hrs.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

At the end of this module trainees will be able to:

LO1: Assemble computer hardware

LO2: Prepare installer
LO3: Install operating system and drivers for peripherals/ devices
LO4: Install application software
LO5: Conduct testing and documentation

ASSESSMENT CRETERIA:

 Assembled computer hardware

 Installed operating system and drivers for peripherals/devices
 Installed application software
 Conducted testing and documentation

CONTENTS:

1. OH&S Policies and Procedures

2. Computer peripherals, devices and accessories
3. Different types and parts of a computer
4. Basic terms, concept, function and characteristics of PC hardware
components
5. Power On Self-Test and BIOS setup and configuration

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

 Unit assembly is planned and prepared to ensure OH&S policies and procedures
are followed in accordance with systems requirements
 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the installation work
are obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked for correct
operation and safety
 Computer hardware is assembled in accordance with established procedures and
systems requirements
 Operating system (OS) is installed in accordance with established installation
procedures and to comply with end-user requirements
 Peripherals/devices drivers are installed and configured in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions and/or OS installation procedures.
 Application software are installed based on software installation guides, end-user
requirements and software license agreement
 Stress test is conducted to ensure reliability of equipment in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions and system requirements

CONDITIONS:

Trainees must be provided with the following:

TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND TESTING DEVICES:

 Protective eyewear
 Digital multi-meter
 Wire stripper with bolt cutter
 Pliers (assorted)
 Screw drivers (assorted)
 Soldering iron
 Desoldering tool
 Allen wrench (0.05 – 0.25 inch)
 Flashlight

 IC insertion/extraction tool
 Mirror (inspection)
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 RS 232 pin insertion/extraction tool
 Sharp pointed tweezers
 Antistatic wrist wrap
 LAN Tester
 Crimping tools

COMPUTER HARDWARE:

 Motherboard
 Hard disk
 Video card
 Sound card

 Optical disc drives

 Memory modules
 Power supply
 Cables and cords

OPERATING SYSTEM:

 Windows
 MAC OS X
 Linux

Peripherals/devices:

 Printer
 Scanner
 Interface cards
o TV tuner
o video card
 sound card

Application software:

 Productivity tools
 Utilities
o Anti-virus
o Virtualization software
o Disk management software
o Optical disk burning tool
 Games

Assessment Method:

 Practical Demonstration w/ oral questioning

 Interview
 Portfolio

Learning Outcome 1

PLAN AND PREPARE FOR INSTALLATION

Learning Activities Special Instruction

1. Read the information sheet 1.1-1 Types Read and study carefully the information
and Parts of Computers sheet so that you will able to answer the
self check.
2. Answer Self Check 1.1-1 Compare answer with answer key. You
are required to get all answer correct. If
not, read the information sheets again to
answer all questions correctly.
3. Read the information sheet 1.1-2 on Read and study carefully the information
the computer peripherals, devices and sheet so that you will able to answer the
accessories self check.
4. Answer Self Check 1.1-2 Compare answer with answer key. You
are required to get all answer correct. If
not, read the information sheets again to
answer all questions correctly.
5. Read the information sheet 1.1-3 on Read and study carefully the information
the different types of parts of a sheet so that you will able to answer the
computer self check.
6. Answer Self Check 1.1-3 Compare answer with answer key. You
are required to get all answer correct. If
not, read the information sheets again to
answer all questions correctly.
7. Perform Task Sheet 1.1-1 on naming Evaluate your own work using the
the parts performance criteria cheklist

8. Read Information Sheet 1.1-4 on the Read and study carefully the information
Basic term, concept, function and sheet so that you will able to answer the
characteristics of PC hardware self check.
components
9. Answer Self Check 1.1-4 Compare answer with answer key. You
are required to get all answer correct. If
not, read the information sheets again to
answer all questions correctly.
10. Read Information Sheet 1.1-5 on Read and study carefully the information
the Power On Self-Test and BIOS setup sheet so that you will able to answer the
and configuration self check.
11. Answer Self Check 1.1-5 Compare answer with answer key. You
are required to get all answer correct. If
not, read the information sheets again to
answer all questions correctly.
After doing all activities of this LO, you
are ready to proceed to the next LO on
Install equipment & or device and
equipment.
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INFORMATION SHEET 1.1-1

TYPES AND PARTS OF A COMPUTER

Learning Objectives: After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be

able to know the different types and parts of a computers.

TYPES OF COMPUTERS

When most people hear the word computer, they think of a personal
computer such as a desktop or laptop. However, computers come in many
shapes and sizes, and they perform many different functions in our daily lives.

1. Desktop Computers
Many people use desktop computers at
work, home, school, or the library. They can be
small, medium, or large in style, and they usually
sit on a desk. Once you add a monitor, mouse, and
keyboard, you have what is typically known as a
desktop computer.

Most desktop computers are easy to

upgrade and expand or add new parts. Another benefit of desktop computers
is their cost. If you compare a desktop and laptop with the same features, you
will most likely find that the desktop is less expensive.

2. Laptop Computer
The second type of computer you may be familiar
with is a laptop computer, or a laptop. Laptops are
battery- or AC-powered personal computers that
are more portable than desktop computers, allowing
you to use them almost anywhere.

Because a laptop is smaller than a desktop, it's more

difficult to access its internal components. This
means you may not be able to upgrade them as easily
as a desktop.

3. Tablet Computers
Tablet computers—or tablets—are handheld
computers that are even more portable than
laptops. Instead of a keyboard or touchpad, tablets
use a touch-sensitive screen for typing and
navigation. The iPad is an example of a tablet.

Tablets can't necessarily do anything a laptop or a desktop can do, so you

may still want a desktop or laptop to run programs or create documents.
But if you just want to be able to play games, check email and social
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media, or stream music and videos, a tablet may be a good computer
replacement.

4. Servers
A server is a computer that serves up
information to other computers on a network.
Many businesses have file servers employees
can use to store and share files. A server can
look like a regular desktop computer, or it can
be much larger.

Servers also play an important role in making

the Internet work: They are
where webpages are stored. When you use
your browser to click a link, a web
server delivers the page you requested.

OTHER TYPES OF COMPUTER

Today, there are many everyday devices that are basically specialized
computers, even though we don't always think of them as computers. Here are
a few common examples:

• Mobile phones: Many mobile phones can do a lot of

things computers can do, such as browsing the Internet
and playing games. These phones are often
called smartphones.

• Game consoles: A game console is a specialized kind of

computer that is used for playing video games. Although
they are not as fully featured as desktop computers, many
newer consoles allow you to perform nongaming tasks like
browsing the Web.

• TVs: Many TVs now include applications—or apps—that let

you access various types of online content. For example, you
can view your Facebook News Feed or watch streaming
movies on Netflix.

Personal computers come in two main styles: PC and Mac. Both are fully
functional, but they have a different look and feel, and many people prefer one
or the other.

• PC: This type of computer began with the original IBM PC that was introduced
in 1981. Other companies began creating similar computers, which were
called IBM PC Compatible (often shortened to PC). Today, this is the most
common type of personal computer, and it typically includes the Microsoft
Windows operating system.

• Mac: The Macintosh computer was introduced in 1984, and it was the first
widely sold personal computer with a graphical user interface,
or GUI (pronounced gooey). All Macs are made by one company, Apple Inc.,
and they almost always use the Mac OS X operating system.

DIFFERENT TYPES OF COMPUTER PARTS

4 Types of Motherboard

1. XT Motherboards:
XT stands for eXtended Technology. These are all old
model motherboard. In this motherboards, we find old
model processor socket LIF (Low Insertion Force) sockets,
ram slots Dimms and ISA (Industry Standards
Architecture) slots, 12pin Power Connector and no ports.

They have slot type processors, Dimms memory modules,

ISA slots for add-on card, and no ports. There are
connectors and add-on cards for ports.

Eg: Pentium-I, Pentium-MMX, Pentium -II and Pentium-

II Processors.

AT stands for Advanced Technology. Advanced

Technology Motherboards have PGA (Pin Grid Array)
Socket, SD Ram slots, 20pin power connector PCI slots
and ISA slots. We find the above components on AT
motherboards.

Eg: Pentium-III Processors

3. Baby AT Motherboards:
Baby AT Motherboards have the combination of XT and
AT. They have both slot type processor sockets and PGA
processor sockets, SD Ram slots and DDR Ram slots, PCI
slots and ISA slots, 12 Pin power connector and 20Pin
power connector and Ports.

Eg: Pentium-III and Pentium-IV

4. ATX Motherboards:

ATX stands for Advanced Technology eXtended. Latest

motherboards all are called as ATX motherboards.
Designed by ATX form factor. In this motherboards, we
find MPGA Processor Sockets, DDR Ram slots, PCI slots,
AGP slots, Primary and secondary IDE interfaces, SATA
connectors, 20pin and 24 pin ATX power connector and
Ports.

Eg: Pentium-IV, Dual Core, Core 2 Duo, Quad Core, i3, i5 and i7 Processors.

Everyone should know Processors and its types. Because processor installation times
it is very useful. So far we have totally two types of processors are there. Depends on
structure and technologies.

Processor types are Slot and Socket types. Slot type processor are old processor. now
socket type processors are in use. Slot type processors were in big size and low
speeds. Socket types processors were upgraded by this slot type processors
technology.

1. SLOT TYPE PROCESSORS:

These slot type processors were used in Pentium I,
Pentium MMX, Pentium II and Pentium III systems.
Here is the image of Pentium II Processor. It is a slot
type processor. You can insert this to processor slot.
Before 1990, socket processors had been used.
Whenever processor technology changed, socket type
processor were launched. Socket type processor solved hanging problems.

2. SOCKET TYPE PROCESSORS:

Now all are using socket type processors. Here
the core 2 duo processor. This is socket type
processors. Socket type processors are two
types. One is pin processors and second is
pinless processors. Below the processor is
pinless processor.

3 Socket Type Processor

Many sockets have existed throughout history but only three are relevant today. These
are LGA, PGA and BGA.
LGA and PGA can be
understood as opposites.
LGA stands for land grid
array and consists of a
socket with pins on which
the processor is placed.
PGA Pin Grid Array, on
the other hand, places the
pins on the processor,
which are then inserted in
a socket with
appropriately placed
holes. Intel uses the

Then there’s BGA, which stands for ball

grid array. This technique is used to
permanently attach a processor to its
motherboard during production, making
future upgrades impossible. BGA is
typically less expensive and requires less
physical space than a socket-able
processor.

BGA technically is not technically a socket

because it’s permanent. It’s worth
mentioning however, because it serves the
same function and may become the socket’s
replacement. Intel will start to ship more processors with BGA packaging by 2014
and ARM processor manufacturers, like Qualcomm and Nvidia, already rely heavily
on BGA.

A processor using a particular socket type

will fit into any motherboard with that
socket, right? Wrong!

Socket types like LGA are only a category

rather than a specific model. There are
many variations of sockets built on the
basic design.

Intel gives its LGA sockets names based on

the number of pins. LGA 1155, for example,
has 1,155 individual pins on the socket. A
processor built for a particular socket will only work with that socket even when the
number of pins seems similar, as is the case with LGA 1156 and LGA 1155.

AMD takes a different approach. It labels its sockets with broad names like AM3 or
FM1. Compatibility is once again strictly enforced, though AMD has occasionally
upgraded a socket while retaining compatibility. When AMD does this it will add a
“+” to the socket’s name, as with AM2+ and AM3+.

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WHICH IS THE BEST INTEL AND AMD
Intel and AMD, Both are Processor
Manufacture Companies. Which is the best
Processor? The answer is both are the best
companies. Because depends on
performance, both are the best.

Intel and AMD both are best processor Manufacture companies. There are small
variations of both. Actually lot of people don't know what AMD is. Some purposes AMD
is better than Intel. Compared with AMD, Intel is best for Home and Office purpose.
Compared with Intel, AMD is best for Animation, Graphics and Games purpose.

Intel:
Intel Processors are best for maximum all purposes. It generates
low heat then AMD Processors. No need to maintain Air Conditions
or additional Fans.

AMD:

AMD Processors are better for 3D Animation, Graphics and 3D

Gaming purpose then Intel Processors. It generates more heat
than Intel Processors. Air Conditions needed to this
Processors. AMD processors supported Motherboards are rare. So
whenever motherboard is in problem, it is very difficult to
purchase. Because latest motherboard are in market only. They
won't support your old processors. So that all are prefer Intel.

2 Types of RAM (Random Access Memory)

RAM is a Random Access Memory, which stores the data temporarily. It’s a primary
memory of computer. Without RAM, Computer can't work. So it is also important
component of CPU.

Actually there are many types of RAMs, but not necessary to know old type RAMs. So
Simply RAMs are two types:
1. SD RAM (Synchronize Dynamic Random Access Memory.
2. DDR RAM (Double Data Rate Random Access Memory.

1. SD RAM:

SD RAM Stands for Synchronize Dynamic Random

Access Memory. SD RAM memory module has two
notches. At the same SD RAM slots have two
notches to insert SD RAMs. It is also old RAM. It
was used in Pentium -II and Pentium-III.
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2. DDR RAM:

DDR RAM Stands for Double Data Rate

Random Access Memory. DDR RAM
memory module has single notch and DDR
RAM slots have also single notch. Now all
are using DDR RAMs. It is double speed of
SD RAMs. Present DDR RAMs are three types, they are DDR-1, DDR-2 and DDR-3.
DDR-4 is in designing stage. DDR RAM are using in Pentium-IV, Pentium-Celtran,
Dual Core, Core 2Duo, i3, i5, i7, core 2 quad and AMD processor CPUs.

In older days the rams are three types. They are SIMMs (Single Inline Memory
Modules), DIMMs (Dual Inline Memory Modules) and RIMMs (Rambus In-line Memory
Modules). They were used in Pentium-I, Pentium-MMX and Pentium-II CPUs.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DDR RAM 1/DDR 2 / DDR 3

Other physical differences that can be seen by

naked eye at the notch is available on board
memory aka the golden finger connector on the
motherboard memory slot. In the type of DDR2
memory, this notch is a little more to the middle
board memory module, while the DDR memory,
this notch located slightly to the right side.

Last physical differences that can be seen easily

is the number of pins used. Pin DDR memory
has as many as 184 units (92-pin on each side),
while the DDR2 memory type has a smaller pin
and a solid amount is 240 pieces (120-pin on each side).

In terms of speed, memory type DDR2 is the lowest that has a clock speed of 200MHz
(DDR2 400 or PC-3200), while the DDR type memory that has a clock speed is
100MHz (DDR 200 or PC-1600). Highest DDR memory types supported officially by
JEDEC (Joint Electron device Engineering Council) or a standardization body
electronics and semiconductor industry is DDR 400 (PC-3200) DDR2 memory while
it's been listed as DDR2 memory standard is DDR2 400 (PC-3200 ), DDR2 533 (PC-
4300), DDR2 667 (PC-5300) and DDR2 800 (PC-6400).

In terms of performance, the clock speed is the same, the system uses DDR memory
types usually have similar performance to systems using DDR2 memory. In many
cases, even performance DDR memory is better than DDR2. This is possible because
the latency and DDR memory timing is better than DDR2 memory. But again.
Memory type DDR nothing is produced with speeds in excess of 600MHz, while DDR2
is still pegged at kcepatan bsa far above it. Currently there are more new variants of
RAM memory, the DDR3 which has a clock speed greater than DDR2.

Learning Objectives: After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be

able to know the different computer peripherals.

COMPUTER PERIPHERALS, DEVICES AND ACCESSORIES

Computer Peripheral

A device that is connected to a computer but is not part of the core computer
architecture.

CORE ELEMENTS OF THE CENTRAL COMPUTERS ARE:

Central processing unit (CPU)

The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the part of a

computer system that is commonly referred to as
the "brains" of a computer. The CPU is also known
as the processor or microprocessor. The CPU is
responsible for executing a sequence of stored
instructions called a program.

Power Supply Unit (PSU)

A power supply unit (PSU) converts mains AC to low-

voltage regulated DC power for the internal
components of a computer. Modern personal
computers universally use a switched-mode power
supply. Some power supplies have a manual selector
for input voltage, while others automatically adapt to
the supply voltage.

Motherboard (MOBO, Mainboard)

A printed circuit board containing the principal

components of a computer or other device, with
connectors into which other circuit boards can be
slotted.

Computer Casing

A computer case also known as a computer chassis, tower,

system unit, cabinet, base unit or simply case is the enclosure
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that contains most of the components of a computer(usually excluding the display,
keyboard and mouse).

NOTE: Technically speaking everything else is considered as peripheral devices

Another element that requires to computer to function such as:

Hard Drives

A hard disk drive (HDD), hard disk, hard drive or

fixed disk [b] is a data storage device used for storing and
retrieving digital information using one or more rigid
("hard") rapidly rotating disks (platters) coated with
magnetic material.

RAM (Random Access Memory)

RAM (random access memory) is the place in a

computer where the operating system, application
programs, and data in current use are kept so that
they can be quickly reached by the computer's
processor.

Video Card

A video card (also called a video adapter, display card,

graphics card, graphics board, display adapter,
graphics adapter or frame buffer) is an
expansion card which generates a feed of output
images to a display (such as a computer monitor).

Monitor

A computer monitor is an electronic device that shows

pictures. Monitors often look similar to televisions. The
main difference between a monitor and a television is
that a monitor does not have a television tuner to change
channels. Monitors often have higher display resolution
than televisions.

Keyboard

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A computer keyboard is an input device that
allows a person to enter symbols like letters and
numbers into a computer. It is the main input
device for most computers. There are different
types of keyboards. The most popular type is the
QWERTY design, which is based on
typewriter keyboards.

Mouse

A computer mouse is an input device that is most

often used with a personal computer. Moving a
mouse along a flat surface can move the on-screen
cursor to different items on the screen. Items can be
moved or selected by pressing the mouse buttons
(called clicking).

Printer

A printer is a piece of hardware for a computer. It

allows a user to print items on paper, such as
letters and pictures. Mostly a printer prints under
the control of a computer. Many can also work as a
copying machine or with a digital camera to print
directly without using a computer.

Scanner

A scanner is a device that captures images from

photographic prints, posters, magazine pages, and
similar sources for computer editing and
display. Scanners come in hand-held, feed-in, and
flatbed types and for scanning black-and-white only,
or color.

Automatic Voltage Regulator

AVR is a hardware device used to maintain a voltage to

electronic devices. 2. Short for Automatic Voice
Recognition, AVR is the ability of a computer or other
electronic device to identify and understand human
voice.

An uninterruptible power supply, also uninterruptible

power source, UPS or battery/flywheel backup, is an
electrical apparatus that provides emergency power to a
load when the input power source, typically mains power,
fails.

COMPUTER POWER SUPPLY

THREE TYPES OF SMPSS

SMPS full form is Switching Mode Power

Supply. It is a main power supply to power the
each and every component of computer or it
converts the main power supply 230volts to
12volts, 5volts, 3volts and distribute to all
components of computer.

SMPSs are three types.

• AT SMPS
• ATX SMPS
• BTX SMPS

AT SMPS:

AT stands for Advanced Technology. These are all old

SMPSs. They had 12pin power connector, this is called as
AT power connector. They were used in Pentium-I,
Pentium-MMX, Pentium-II and Pentium-III CPUs.

ATX SMPS:

ATX stands for Advanced Technology eXtended. They had

20pin Power connector, this is called as ATX power
connector. They were used in Pentium-III, Pentium-IV and
AMD CPUs.

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MOLEX:
Molex connector is the vernacular term for a two-piece pin
and socket interconnection, most frequently disk drive
connectors. Pioneered by Molex Connector Company, the
two-piece design became an early electronic standard.

BTX SMPS:

BTX stands for Balanced Technology eXtended. They have

24pin Power connector, this is also called as ATX power
connector. It has 15pin SATA power connectors. They are
used in Dual core, core2duo, Quad core, i3, i5, i7 and
latest AMD CPUs.

THREE TYPES OF HARD DISK DRIVES

Hard disk drive is a main storage device of computer. It’s a
non-violated drives and stores the data permanently, so
that this is permanently storage device and it’s a secondary
memory of a computer.

Hard disk drives are three types.

• IDE Hard drives

• SATA Hard drives
• SCSI Hard drives

IDE Hard Drives:

IDE Stands for Integrated Device Electronics. These drives
are also called as PATA (parallel Advanced Technology
Attachment) hard drives. Hard drives have 40pin data
interface and 4 pin power connector and Jumper setting to
change drive setting to connect motherboard. These drives
have low speed and low capacity than SATA and SCSI hard
drives. ATA cables are used to connect Hard drives to
motherboard. These drives capacities are 10GB, 20GB,
40GB, 80GB, 120GB, 160GB, 250GB and 320GB.

SATA Hard Drives:

SATA stands for Serial Advanced Technology Attachment.
These drives have 4pin data interface and 7 pin power
interface to work and no jumper pins, because no need to
change drive setting. These drives have high speed and
high capacity than IDE hard drives and Low speed and low
capacity than SCSI hard drives. 4pin SATA cables are used to connect hard drives to
motherboard. These drives capacities are 80GB, 120GB, 160GB, 250GB, 320GB,
500GB, 1TB and 2TB.
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SCSI Hard Drives:
SCSI stands for Small Computer System Interface. These
drives have generally 50 to 68 pins. These drives are very
high capacity and high speed than both IDE and SATA
drives. 50 to 68 pin SCSI data cables are used to connect
these hard drives. Generally these drives are used in
servers. Capacities are 160GB, 250GB, 320GB, 500GB,
1TB, 2TB, 5TB and 10TB.

FOUR TYPES OF CD AND DVD DRIVES

DVD RW DRIVE IDENTIFICATION

DVD RW stands for Digital
Video Disk Read and Write. It
can not only read DVDs and
write the DVDs. DVD RW
means CD ROM, CD Writer,
DVD ROM and DVD Writer. It reads and Writers all the Disks (CDs and DVDs).

These are the DVD RW drives. Latest DVD RW drives

in market are two models. One is IDE DVD writers
and SATA DVD writers, depends on your
motherboard supporting. Your motherboard doesn't
support SATA, then choose IDE DVD RW, your
motherboard doesn't support IDE, then choose SATA
DVD RW.
In front view, we find three logos. DVD recorder, Compact Disk rewritable and RW.
Latest drives haven't head phone jack and volume control. Access LED and Eject
buttons are common for all drives. Access LED glows, whenever disk inside the drive
is accessed. Eject button is used to eject the disk.

This is the back view or rare view of DVD RW drive. We have learned these connectors
in previous posts.

This is the back view or rare view of SATA

DVD RW drive. It has only two connectors.
One is SATA power connector and SATA data
connector.

Cabinets and its types, there are two types of cabinets

depends on motherboard form factor. They are AT
cabinets and ATX cabinets. There are many
differences.

AT Cabinets:

AT stands for Advanced Technology. These are old model cabinets. It has power, reset
buttons and Power, HDD LEDs. Power button is not a finger touch switch. It doesn't
have USB ports and audio jacks. It supports AT SMPS and XT motherboards.

ATX Cabinets:

ATX stands for Advanced Technology eXtended. These are latest cabinets. It has power,
Reset buttons and Power, HDD LEDs. Power button is finger touch switch. It has USB
ports and audio jacks also. It supports ATX SMPS and ATX, BTX motherboards.

Today's Computer Case Options

ATX Desktop:
The standard; ATX desktop cases are designed to
hold motherboards with the ATX form factor. These
allow the easiest interchangeability of parts. These
cases also usually accommodate motherboards that
keep the basic rear layout but reduce the size of the
board and the number of expansion slots. If you want
a desktop case, the ATX desktop case will likely be
your computer case of choice.

ATX Bench Case:

ATX bench cases are open-air computer cases,
meaning the internal components are visibly
exposed. A strength of this design is the ease of
accessibility when switching out devices; optimum
heat ventilation is another. One obvious concern for
this design, however, is protection—this type of case
must be located in a secure area.

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ATX Mini Tower:
As the name suggests, this is the type of computer case needed
when using an ATX micro motherboard. A micro motherboard
will fit perfectly into these cases, and, since the cases are small,
they won't take up much desk space. Remember, however, that
a smaller computer these days does not necessarily suggest
smaller storage options. Many companies are creating huge
storage options in smaller devices.

ATX Mid Tower:

ATX mid tower cases are designed with the ATX motherboard form
factor in mind. However, unlike a full size tower, a mid-size tower
will work in a smaller space. If large or extra componentry is not
needed, or if the location for this computer is limited, this case
will likely be preferable.

ATX Full Tower:

These cases, like the kind mentioned just above, have been
designed for motherboards with the ATX form factor. With a full
tower, there is a generous amount of space inside for large
components and/or multiple graphics cards, for example.

ATX Super Tower:

An ATX super tower is the largest computer case available
on the market at this time. While they are available to any
consumer, they are generally meant for computer
enthusiasts. These cases are usually quite large and most
are able to support two CPUs. These computer cases also
can have as many as nine expansion card slots, with room
for an ATX-XL motherboard.

GRAPHICS CARDS

A graphics card is what your computer uses to convert data in your machine to useful
images on your monitor. Graphics cards—also known as video cards—come in a wide
variety of models, with many different options available. For the casual user, looking
at graphics cards and trying to choose between the different options available can be
intimidating and confusing. While there are many graphics cards to choose from, all
graphics cards come in four basic types. Anyone looking to upgrade their existing
computer, buy a new machine altogether, or just learn a little bit about how their

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computer works, should be aware of what different kinds exist. What follows is a simple
overview of the four main types of graphics cards.

4 TYPES OF GRAPHICS CARDS

1. Integrated
When a graphics card is described as integrated,
it refers to the card's relationship with the
computer's motherboard. Integrated graphics
cards, sometimes known as on-board graphics
cards, are the default option that comes with
standard motherboards. An integrated graphics
card can be upgraded, but it requires plugging a
new graphics card into your computer's
motherboard and having the computer ignore
the old card. Integrated graphics cards are the least powerful variety overall, at least
compared to the technology that exists simultaneously. If you have an integrated
graphics card and want to play the latest video games, you will need to upgrade.

2. PCI
PCI graphics cards are cards that use the PCI slots
on your motherboard to connect to your computer.
PCI graphics cards are usually a little bit out of date,
if not extremely so. However, many older
motherboards have PCI slots and lack newer
varieties of connections. For this reason, there is still
a reason to buy a PCI graphics card, but only if you
are trying to upgrade an older system.

3. AGP
AGP graphics cards are named for the same thing PCI
cards are—the slot they connect to on a motherboard.
AGP cards can have four speeds, the fastest being 8x.
However, if your motherboard only supports a lower
speed, such as 1x, 2x, or 4x, your graphics card will
behave as if it is of a slower speed, rather than its real
speed. AGP connections are not quite as fast as PCI-E
slots due to technological limits, and as a result will
not be developed to run at higher speeds. However, like
PCI cards, they are more widely compatible than the
most cutting-edge cards.

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4. PCI-Express
PCI-E cards are the most advanced, connecting to the
motherboard's PCI-E slot. PCI-E graphics cards can be
accelerated to 16x. In addition, a motherboard with
more than one PCI-E slot can have more than one PCI-
E graphics card connected to it and combine their
power. However, this is a rare scenario. This can also
cause compatibility problems if not planned out
correctly; certain motherboards work better with
specific brands of PCI-E video card.

TYPES OF SOUND CARDS

In a computer, the sound card is the device that produces all of the audio that you
hear, from the MP3 files that you listen to, to the sound that plays when the computer
starts. Computer sound cards first began to enter the mainstream in the late 1980s
and early 1990s. Today, no computer is without one. There are three primary types of
sound cards, and each type has its own benefits.

Types of Computer Sound Cards/LAN Cards

Integrated/Built- Peripheral Component Peripheral Component Peripheral Component

In Sound Card Interconnect Sound Interconnect Express Interconnect Express
Card (PCI) Sound Card (PCI-e) Sound Card (PCI-e)

TYPES OF COMPUTER MONITOR

Monitor is a standard output devices. Which shows the output information. Monitor is
also one of the important parts of computer, because without monitor, system can't
work. So that this is the standard output device.

3 TYPES OF COMPUTER MONITOR

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1. LCD: Stands for liquid crystal display. The
newer, flatter type of computer screen. LCD
stands for Liquid Crystal Display. The main
advantage of LCDs are light weighy, occupy less
place, 12v power consumption, and low radiation
and supports high resolutions.

2. CRT: Stands for cathode ray tube. The

traditional, glass-screen, television-set-like
monitor. CRT stands for Cathode Ray Tube.
These are all old model monitors. Main
disadvantages are heavy weight, occupy more
place, high power consumption, and high
radiation and supports low resolution. These are
all main reasons to prefer LCD or LED monitors.

3. LED Monitors: LED stands for

Light Emitting Diode. Actually there are no
differences between LCD and LED monitors, but
better picture quality in LED monitors. So now
all are prefer LED monitors than LCD
monitors.

Between the two, the LCD monitor is more popular. The prices on LCD monitors have
dropped dramatically in recent years, not to mention that the monitors are easy on
the eyes and use less electricity than their glass-based counterparts.
In two instances, however, a CRT monitor is better than an LCD monitor:
• Computer graphics: A CRT monitor is better able to emulate true colors than is
an LCD.
• Computer games: CRT monitors update faster than LCDs.
Some CRT monitors are advertised as “flat screen.” This term isn’t misleading: The
glass on the front of the monitor is indeed flat, and it provides a better viewing
surface than the traditional convex glass. But it’s not an LCD monitor (all LCD
monitors are flat).

Initially, there was almost no variation in the kind of

keyboards that were produced. However, slowly
manufacturers started observing the need to come up
with keyboards with features that catered to different
market segments. This resulted in a huge variation in the
keyboards produced, some of which remain extremely
popular even today.

Even though standard keyboards are the most basic

form of keyboards, they can have slight variations,
especially in the manner the keys are placed. QWERTY
keyboards are the most common and have the six
alphabets Q, W, E, R, T, and Y in the first row, while in
AZERTY keyboards these letters are replaced with A, Z,
E, R, T, and Y in the first row. AZERTY keyboards are
used primarily in French countries. Other forms include
QWERTZ and DVORAK keyboards.

Though standard keyboards have undergone considerable changes in design over

the last 20 years, their basic layout remains similar. The average number of keys
on a regular keyboard is 105, though some older versions have keys in the range
of 95-103.

Ergonomics refers to the study of methods that can

reduce stress on muscles to avoid repetitive strain
injury. It mostly deals with optimizing posture and
technique while working, so the work can be carried out
in the easiest manner with the least possible strain on
any muscle, joint, or organ. This is a radical type of
keyboard designed to prevent Carpal Tunnel
Syndrome, which causes numbness and tingling
sensation in the hands and fingers after

Ergonomic keyboards come in two forms:

As a single piece, where a group of keys have been split in such a way, that the
angle at which the user places the wrist to type is the least stressful.

In the form of separate pieces, each having a group of keys, so that the user can
set the angle according to his or her convenience.
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Keyboard and Mice Types based on connectors:

PS2 Mouse USB Mouse Wireless Mouse

PARALLEL Cable VGA Cable USB Cables

DIFFERENT TYPES OF COMPUTER MOUSE

The computer mouse functions by detecting the two dimensional motion relative to
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the surface it is kept on. It is the motion of the mouse that converts into the motion
of the cursor on the screen of the PC or laptop.

Over the years, we have seen dramatic evolution in the technological arena. Various
types of mice are available in market and the selection solely depends on your
requirement. Let’s take a quick look at the available options:

Mechanical Mouse
Also called as the ball mouse, a mechanical mouse has
rubber or metal ball on its underside. When the ball rolls,
mechanical sensors inside the mouse detect the direction
and move the pointer on the screen of the PC. This type of
mouse requires a flat surface or a mouse pad to work
efficiently. One of the drawbacks of the device is that it is
more prone to attracting dust.

Optomechanical or Optical-mechanical Mouse

An Optomechanical or optical-mechanical mouse is same as the mechanical mouse
except that the sensors used in it are optical and not mechanical. The device is a
combination of optical and mechanical technologies, wherein, the ball is present but
the mouse movement is detected optically leading to more accuracy.

Laser Mouse
A laser mouse is the new generation mouse with two
necessary components – light emitter and light detector. A
laser mouse uses laser as the light emitter and has a precise
scanning of mouse movement. You will find a laser mouse
ranging anywhere between 1000-5700 dots-per-inch (DPI)

Optical Mouse
An optical mouse also has light emitter detector but it uses
LED as the light emitter. It generally has lower DPI than laser
mouse and users might find difficulty in using the device on
black or shiny surfaces.

Blue Track Mouse

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The next generation mouse from Microsoft, is based on the
Blue Track Technology that enables the mouse to track
efficiently on any surface, be it a granite countertop or
carpet. The blue beam in mouse is a combination of image
sensor and pixel geometry & is four time larger than the
average laser beam used in laser mouse. It generates high-
contrast pictures of the surface for an exceptional tracking
accuracy.

CABLES CONNECTORS

IDE CABLES

SATA CABLES

SATA Data Cable SATA Power Cable

Power Cord

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SELF-CHECK 1.1-3
Fill in the Blank
Instruction: Read each statement or question below carefully and fill in the blank(s)
with the correct answer. Answers may be more than one word.

1. ________________________ They can be small, medium, or large in style, and they

usually sit on a desk.
2. ______________________ are battery- or AC-powered personal computers that
are more portable than desktop computers, allowing you to use them almost
anywhere.
3. ________________________ are handheld computers that are even more portable
than laptops.
4. A ______________________ is a computer that serves up information to other
computers on a network. Many businesses have file servers employees can use
to store and share files.
5. ________________________ This type of computer began with the original IBM
PC that was introduced in 1981. Other companies began creating similar
computers, which were called IBM PC Compatible.

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6. The _____________________ computer was introduced in 1984, and it was the first
widely sold personal computer with a graphical user interface,
or GUI (pronounced gooey).
7. _________________________ These are all old model motherboards. In this
motherboard, we find old model processor socket LIF (Low Insertion Force)
sockets, ram slots Dimms and ISA (Industry Standards Architecture) slots,
12pin Power Connector, and no ports.
8. The _________________________ Motherboards have PGA (Pin Grid Array) Socket, SD
Ram slots, 20pin power connector PCI slots, and ISA slots.
9. ____________________________ On this motherboard, we find MPGA Processor
Sockets, DDR Ram slots, PCI slots, AGP slots, Primary and secondary IDE
interfaces, SATA connectors, 20pin, and 24-pin ATX power connectors, and
Ports.
10. ____________________________ These slot-type processors were used in Pentium I,
Pentium MMX, Pentium II, and Pentium III systems.
11. Processor socket has three types _________________, _____________________, and
__________________________ .
12. _____________________ and ___________________ are Processor Manufacture
Companies.
13. ____________________________ It generates low heat than AMD Processors. No need
to maintain Air Conditions or additional Fans.
14. ____________________________ It generates more heat than Intel Processors.
15. ____________________________ These drives are also called as PATA (parallel
Advanced Technology Attachment) hard drives.
16. _________________________ These drives have 4pin data interface and 7 pin
power interface to work and no jumper pins, because no need to change drive
setting.
17. ____________________________ . These drives have generally 50 to 68 pins. These
drives are very high capacity and high speed than both IDE and SATA drives.
18. _________________________ A micro motherboard will fit perfectly into these
cases, and, since the cases are small, they won't take up much desk space
19. ___________________________ is the largest computer case available on the market
at this time. While they are available to any consumer, they are generally
meant for computer enthusiasts.
20. ___________________________ is described as integrated, it refers to the card's
relationship with the computer's motherboard.
II. Enumeration: Enumerate what are asked for each of the following:

1. 2 Types of memory
a. _________________
b. _________________
2. 3 Socket types of processor:
a. ___________________
b. ___________________
c. ___________________
3. 2 types of computer motherboard:
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a. ___________________
b. ___________________
4. 3 Types of Switching Mode Power Supply (SMPS)
a. __________________
b. __________________
c. __________________
5. 3 types of hard disk drive
a. ____________________
b. ____________________
c. ____________________
6. 4 types of DVD drives.
a. ____________________
b. ____________________
c. ____________________
d. ____________________
7. 2 types of computer cabinets
a. ____________________
b. ____________________
8. 3 types of computer monitor
a. _______________________
b. _______________________
c. _______________________
9. 4 types of computer mouse
a. _______________________
b. _______________________
c. _______________________
d. _______________________

10. 4 Types of computer keyboards

a. _______________________
b. _______________________
c. _______________________
d. _______________________
SELF-CHECK ANSWER KEY 1.1-3

TEST I: Fill in the blank

1. Desktop Computers
2. Laptop Computers
3. Tablet Computers
4. Servers
5. PC
6. MAC
7. XT Motherboard
8. AT Motherboard
9. ATX Motherboard
10. Slot Type Processor
11. LGA, PGA and BGA
12. Intel and AMD
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13. Intel
14. AMD
15. IDE Hard Disk Drive
16. SATA Hard Disk Drive
17. SCSI Hard drive
18. ATX Mini Tower
19. ATX Super Tower
20. Graphics Card
TEST II: Enumeration

1. SD RAM and DDR RAM

2. LGA, PGA and BGA
3. ATX and AT Motherboard
4. AT SMPS, ATX SMPS, and BTX SMPS
5. SATA, IDE and SCSI
6. DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R and CD-RW
7. AT Cabinets and ATX Cabinets
8. CRT, LCD and LED monitor
9. PS2, Serial, USB and Wireless Mouse
10. PS2, USB and Wireless keyboard

TASK SHEET # 1: COMPUTER PARTS/ACCESSORIES FAMILIARIZATION

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TASK SHEET 1.1-1
Module Title INSTALL & CONFIGURE COMPUTER SYSTEMS

Learning Outcome PLAN AND PREPARE FOR INSTALLATION

TASK CREATE INVENTORY

Learning Objectives:

After performing this task, YOU MUST be able to identify the different

parts of the computer. Trainer will ask you to memorize all computer

parts found in the board at the assessment area.

Time Allotment: 1 Hour

Materials and equipment needed:

Inventory Template
Computer Equipment with Complete Accessories

Procedures:
1. Read information sheet 1.1-1 and 1.1-2

2. Study and familiarized the computer parts and devices found in the

board at the assessment area.

3. Familiarized the types of computer parts

4. If after memorizing the parts of computer called your trainer, so

that you can start to identify the parts which found in the board,

you name it all, you can also include the different types.

Did you…. CRITERIA YES NO

1. Identify the types of motherboards?
2. Identify/name the types of CPU?
3. Identify the components of the black plates?
4. Name the different parts of a Video card or graphics
card?
5. Name the different parts of Sound cards or audio cards?
6. Name the different parts of LAN Cards or network
cards?
7. Name the different types of RAM or memory modules?
8. Name the different types of CPU or central processing
unit?
9. Name the different kinds of cables and ports?
10. Name the different types of computer hard drives or
storage?
11. Name the different types of DVD Rom drives interfaces?
12. Name the different types of keyboards and mouse?
13. Name the different types of electronic components?
14. Name the different types of computer monitors?
15. Name the different types of computers?
16. Name the different types of computer cabinets?
17. Name the different types of the computer power
supply?
18. Name the different types of printers?
19. Name the different kinds of computer cables and
cords?
20. Name the different kinds of computer voltage
regulators?

Steps Computer Assembling

The following will be discussed how to assemble a computer, especially for those just
learning .. from some references that I learned .. then the following will be explained
step by step on how to assemble a computer, hopefully, useful

Components of computer assemblers are available on the market with a wide selection
of quality and price. By assembling your own computer, we can determine the type of
component, capabilities, and facilities of the computer as needed. Stages in the
assembly of the computer consist of:

A. Preparation
B. Assembly
C. Examination
D. Handling Problems

Preparation
Good preparation will facilitate the assembly of the
computer and avoid problems that may tumble involved
in the preparation including:
1. Computer Configuration Determination
2. Preparation of Components and equipment
3. Security

Computer Configuration Determination

Configuring a computer is linked to the determination of the type of components and
features of the computer and how all components can work as a computer system
according to our wishes. Determination of the components starts with the type of
processor, motherboard, and other components. Factors suitability or compatibility of
the components on the motherboard must be considered because each type of
motherboard supports the type of processors, memory modules, ports, and I / O bus
that is different.

Preparation Components and Supplies

Computer components and assembly equipment to be
prepared for the assembly prepared in advance to
facilitate assembly. Equipment is prepared consisting
of:

-> Computer Components

-> Completeness of components such as cables,
screws, jumpers, screws, etc.
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-> Manuals and reference books from the component
-> Aids, flat and Philips screw drivers

Software operating system, device drivers and application programs.

Needed as a reference manual to know the chart position of connection elements

(connectors, ports and slots) and element configuration (jumpers and switches) and
how to set jumpers and switches are suitable for computer or CD diskette. Diskette
software needed to install the Operating System, device drivers from the device, and
application programs on a computer that finished assembled.

Security
The safety precautions are required to avoid problems such as
damage to components by static electrical charges, falls,
excessive heat, or spills cairan. Pencegahan damage due to static
electricity by:

-> Using an anti-static bracelet or touching the metal surface in

the chassis before handling components to remove static charge.
-> Not directly touch the electronic components, connectors or
circuit paths but hold on metal or plastic bodies found on the
component.

Assembly
Stages of the process on a computer assembly consists of:

1. Preparation motherboard
2. Replacing processor
3. Replacing heatsink
4. Replacing Memory Modules
5. Install the motherboard on the casing
6. Install Power Supply
7. Replacing the motherboard and Casing Cable
8. Install Drive
9. Install the adapter card
10. Final Settlement

1. Preparation motherboard
Check your motherboard manual to find out the position of
jumpers for CPU speed setting, speed multiplier and input
voltage to the motherboard. Set a jumper as instructed, the error
set the voltage jumpers can damage the processor.

2. Replacing processor
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Processors are more easily installed before the motherboard occupies the casing. How
to install the processor socket type and different slots.

Type of socket

1. Determine the position of pin 1 on the processor and the

processor socket on the motherboard, usually located on the
corner marked with a dot, triangle or indentation.
2. Enforce the position of the locking lever to open the socket.
3. Insert the processor into the socket by first aligning the position of the legs of the
processor with the socket holes. Squeeze your until there is no gap between the
processor with the socket.
4. Lower back the locking lever.

Slot Type

1. Put buffer (bracket) at the two ends of the slot on the

motherboard so that the position of peg holes with a hole in the
motherboard meet
2. Enter then the locking pegs pegs pegs in holes
Slide the card processor in between the two anchoring and press
it to fit exactly into the hole slot.

3. Install Heatsink
Heatsink function is to remove heat generated by the processor
via the conduction of heat from the processor heatsink to
optimize heat transfer. For the heatsink Should Be fitted tightly
on the top of the processor with Some clip as a drag while the
contacts on the heatsink surface coated with the gene of heat.
If the heatsink is equipped with a fan then the fan power
connector is connected to the fan connector on the
motherboard.

4. Replacing Memory Modules

Memory modules are generally installed sequentially from the smallest socket number.
The order of installation can be seen from the diagram of the motherboard. Each type
of memory module that is SIMM, DIMM and RIMM can be distinguished by the position
of grooves on the sides and bottom of the module. How to install for each type of
memory module as follows.

SIMM Type

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1. Adjust the position of grooves on the module with the
bumps in the slot.
2. Insert the module by making a 45 degree angle sloping
toward the slot.
3. Push until the module is upright in the slot, the locking
lever on the slot will automatically lock the module.

Type DIMM and RIMM

How to install a DIMM and RIMM modules together and there is only one way that
will not be reversed because there are two grooves for guidance. DIMM and RIMM
difference in the position of the curve

1. Lay locking catches on the end of slots

2. Adjust the position of grooves on the connector module
with a bulge in the slot. then insert the module into the slot.
3. Locking latches automatically lock the module in the slot
when the module is installed right.

5. Replacing the motherboard on the casing

The motherboard is installed into the casing with a screw and holder (standoff). How
to install as follows:

1. Determine the position of holes to each holder of plastic

and metal. The hole for the metal holder (metal spacer) is
characterized by a ring at the edge of the hole.
2. Install metal or plastic holder on the tray casing in
accordance with the position of each corresponding
mounting holes on the motherboard.
3. Place the motherboard on the casing so that the head
holder tray out of the hole on the motherboard. Replace the locking screw on each
metal holder.
4. Attach frame I / O ports (I / O sheild) on the motherboard if any.
5. Put tray casing which is mounted the motherboard on the casing and lock with a
screw.

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6. Install Power Supply
Several types of chassis is equipped with power supply.
When the power supply is not included then the way the
installation as follows:

1. Enter the power supply at the rack on the back of the

casing. Attach the four locking screws.
2. Connect the power connector from the power supply to
the motherboard. ATX power connector types have only one
way of installation so as not to be reversed. For this type of
non-ATX with two separate connectors, the cable-black
ground wires must be placed side by side and mounted in
the middle of the motherboard power connector. Connect the
power cord for the fan, if using a fan for cooling the CPU.

7. Replacing the motherboard and Casing Cable

After the motherboard installed in the chassis next step is installing the cable I / O
on the motherboard and the panel with the chassis.

1. Connect the data cable for the floppy drive on the floppy
controller on the motherboard connector
2. Connect the IDE cable to the primary and secondary IDE
connector on the motherboard.
3. For non-ATX motherboard. Connect the serial and parallel
port cable to the connector on the motherboard. Note the
position of pin 1 to install.
4. On the back of the casing there is a hole to install
additional types of non-slot port. Open the lock plate screw
holes closed and enter the port connector ports That Want To
set up and install a screw back.
5. When the mouse is not yet available ports on the back of
the card casing mouse connector should be installed and connected to the mouse
connector on the motherboard.
6. Cable connections from the switch connector on the chassis front panel, LED,
internal speakers and ports installed in front of the casing if there is to the
motherboard. Check your motherboard diagram to locate the proper connector.

8. Install Drive

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The procedure to install the hard disk drive, floppy, CD ROM,
CD-RW or DVD is the same as follows:

1. Pellet dislodged cover drive bay (space for drives in the

chassis)
2. Enter from the front drive bays with the first set the
jumper settings (as master or slave) on the drive.
3. Adjust the position of screw holes in the drive and the
casing and insert the retaining screw drive.
4. Connect the IDE cable connector to the drive and the connector on the
motherboard (the connector is used first primary)
5. Repeat steps 1 samapai 4 for each installation drive.
6. When the IDE cable connected to the du drives make sure the jumper settings are
differences both the first drive set as master and the other as slave.
7. Secondary IDE connector on the motherboard can be used to connect two
additional drives.
8. Floppy drive is connected to a special connector on the motherboard floppy
Connect the power cord from the power supply to each drive.

9. Installing Adapter Card

Common adapter card that is installed for the video cards,
sound, network, modem and SCSI adapters. Video card should
generally be mounted and installed before any other adapter
card. How to install the adapter:

1. Hold the adapter card on edge, avoid touching the

component or electronic circuit. Press the card to plug right into the expansion slot
on the motherboard
2. Install the retaining screw into the chassis card
3. Reconnect the internal cable card, if any.

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10. End Penyelessaian
1. Replace the chassis cover by sliding
2. Connect the cable from the power supply
into the wall socket.
3. Connect the monitor to the port video card.
4. Plug the phone cord into the modem port if
any.
5. Connect the keyboard cable connector and
plug the mouse into the mouse port or serial
poert (depending on the type of mouse).
6. Connect other external devices such as
speakers, joystick, and microphone if there is
to the appropriate port. Check the manual of the adapter card to make sure the
location of the port.

SELF CHECK 1.1-4

Multiple Choice: Circle the correct response for each question. Make sure that your
answer is clearly marked. You will not receive partial credit for any work done.

1. Which port is typically used for external wireless NICs?

a. Parallel
b. PS/2
c. SCSI
d. USB

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2. Which action is recommended to prevent the motherboard from contacting the
metal base of the case?

a. Ensure that the non-conductive side of the case is beneath the

motherboard.
b. Use standoffs to keep the motherboard above the metal base.
c. Place a non-conductive barrier between the motherboard and the metal
base.
d. Use a self-adhesive non-conductive membrane on the underside of the
motherboard.

3. A technician is assembling a new computer. Which two components are often

easier to install before mounting the motherboard in the case? (Choose two.)

a. CPU
b. Memory
c. NIC
d. Sound Card
e. Video Card

4. Which solution should be used to clean a CPU and a heat sink?

a. Soap/Water
b. Rubbing Alcohol
c. A diluted ammonia solution
d. Isopropyl alcohol

5. When building a computer, which two components are normally installed in

3.5-inch drive bays? (Choose two.)

a. Hard Drive
b. Optical Drive
c. Floppy Drive
d. Flash Drive
e. Video Card

6. How many pins are in a SATA data cable connector

a. 7
b. 34
c. 40
d. 80
e. 184

7. A technician is troubleshooting a computer that has a malfunctioning floppy

drive. The technician observes that the floppy drive light remains lit constantly.
How should the technician attempt to repair the problem?

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a. Remove the floppy drive using Add/Remove Hardware.
b. Replace the floppy drive.
c. Connect the data cable making sure that the colored stripe on the
cable is aligned with pin 1 on the drive and the motherboard.
d. Change the jumper setting to master for the floppy drive.

8. What is a convenient way that a technician can tell whether a ribbon cable is
for an IDE hard drive or a floppy drive?

a. The IDE cable has a colored stripe on one edge.

b. The floppy cable motherboard connector is normally gray.
c. The IDE cable is gray.
d. The floppy cable has a twist in the cable.

9. A technician is installing a new power supply in a computer. Which type

of power connector should be used to connect to a floppy drive?

a. Berg
b. Molex
c. 20-pin ATX connector
d. SATA connector

10. A field technician has been asked to install a wireless 802.11g NIC in a
computer, but is unsure about the expansion slots available. Which two
types of wireless NICsshould the technician have available? (Choose two.)

a. PCIe
b. AGP
c. SCSI
d. PCI
e. SATA

11. Which additional 4-pin or 6-pin power connector is required by some

motherboards?
a. AUX
b. Berg
c. Parallel
d. SCSI

12. A technician is installing a new CPU in a ZIF socket on a motherboard. What

isthe primary way of securing the CPU in place?

a. thermal compound
b. antistatic fasteners
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c. load lever
d. screws

13. Which type of drive is installed in a 5.25-inch bay?

a. hard drive
b. optical drive
c. floppy drive
d. LS120 drive

14. After a technician has assembled a new computer, it is necessary to configure

the BIOS. At which point must a key be pressed to start the BIOS
setup program?

a. before the computer is powered on

b. during the Windows load process
c. during the POST
d. after the POST, but before Windows starts to load

15. Refer to the exhibit. Which type of hard drive uses the power connector
shown?

a. ATA
b. EIDE
c. SATA
d. SCSI
e. USB

16. Which internal component of a computer uses a 3-pin power connector?

a. floppy drive
b. hard drive
c. sound card
d. fan
17. What is the most reliable way for users to buy the correct RAM to upgrade a
computer?
a. Buy RAM that is the same color as the memory sockets on the
motherboard.
b. Ensure that the RAM chip is the same size as the ROM chip.
c. Ensure that the RAM is compatible with the peripherals installed on the
motherboard.
d. Check the motherboard manual or manufacturer's website.

18. Refer to the exhibit. Which type of port is shown?

a. FireWire
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b. Graphics
c. RJ11
d. RJ45
e. USB

19. A technician is installing a new power supply in a computer. Which type

of power connector should be used to connect to a PATA hard drive?

a. Berg
b. mini-Molex
c. Molex
d. 20-pin ATX connector

20. A technician has just finished assembling a new computer. When the computer is
powered up for the first time, the POST discovers a problem. How does the
POST indicate the error?

a. It issues a number of short beeps.

b. The LED on the front of the computer case flashes a number of times.
c. It places an error message in the BIOS.
d. It locks the keyboard

SELF CHECK ANSWER KEY 1.1-4

1. USB
2. Use standoffs to keep the motherboard above the metal base.
3. CPU and Memory
4. Isopropyl alcohol
5. Hard drive and Floppy Drive
6. 7
7. Connect the data cable making sure that the colored stripe the cable is aligned
with pin 1 on the drive and the motherboard.
8. The floppy cable was a twist in the cable
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9. Berg
10. PCIe/PCI
11. AUX
12. Load lever
13. Optical drive
14. During the POST
15. SATA
16. Fan
17. Check the motherboard manual or manufacturer’s website
18. USB
19. Molex
20. It issues a number of short beep

JOB SHEET 1.1-1

Module Title INSTALL & CONFIGURE COMPUTER SYSTEMS
Learning Outcome PLAN AND PREPARE FOR INSTALLATION
JOB TITLE DISASSEMBLE AND ASSEMBLE COMPUTER
HARDWARE / ACCESSORIES
Learning Objectives:

After performing this job, YOU MUST be able to disassemble and

assemble computer parts and accessories. Trainer will assign and give
you a set of computer parts and accessories. Based on your workstation
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disassemble and assemble the computer. You must be observed safety at
all time. Any damages under your responsibility is replaceable by your
batch.
Time Allotment: 1-2 hours

Materials and equipment needed:

Computer set parts / accessories. Anti-Static Wrist Strap, Screw Bolts

Instruction: Warning: Please push the power button 30 seconds.

Observe Safety!
Step 1: Unplugging

Parts of the Computer System

Step 2: Detach the power cable

switch off the power supply and detach power cable | Source

remove the CPU cabinet cover and remove first the CMOS battery
Step 4: System Fan

Now that the case is off, I will begin to remove the internal components.

Step 5: Remove the adapters

uninstall internal cards

remove CD/DVD drives remove Hard Disk Drive

Step 7: Remove the memory module

remove RAM
Step 8: Power Supply

The power supply manages all the power for the machine.

I have one CD/DVD drive, but you might have two. If so, follow this
step twice!

Step 10: Remove the CPU(s)

remove processor

Step 11: Remove the motherboard

Remove the motherboard

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Assembling the computer system
The assembling of the computer system is exactly the opposite of disassembling operation.
Before starting assembling the computer system, make sure you have the screws and a
screwdriver for those.

The first step for assembling the computer system starts with mounting the processor on the
processor socket of the motherboard. To mount the process, you don't need to apply any
force. The special ZIF (zero insertion force) sockets are usually used to prevent any damage
to the processor pins. Once the processor is mounted, the heat sink will be attached on top of
the processor. The CPU fan is also attached on top of the heat sink.

Now the motherboard is to be fixed vertically in the tower case and the screws are fixed from
behind of the motherboard.

Now line up the power supply at the top back end of the cabinet and screw it. The power
connectors for motherboard power supply and CPU fan power supply are to be connected. If
the cabinet cooling FAN is required then it is to be screwed at the back end grill of the cabinet
and its power connector is to be connected from SMPS.

Install the CD/DVD drives at the top front end of the cabinet and screw it. Install the Hard disk
drive and floppy disk drive below CD/DVD drive and screw it. Make sure once screwed there
is no vibration in either of the CD/DVD, Hard disk or Floppy disk drives.

Now select the appropriate data cable and connect one end of the cable to its drive socket
and another end at its appropriate connector on the motherboard. For SATA hard disk drive
or CD/DVD drives use SATA cable and its power cable, else use IDE data cable. Do the
proper jumper settings as per the usage requirement.

It is time now to mount the memory modules on the motherboard by aligning the RAM to its
socket on the motherboard and press it downward. Make sure the side tab are fixed into the
RAM notch. If not, you may still have to press a bit.

Install the internal cards to its socket and attach the cables or power cable to it. The selection
of right socket or slot is required as per the type of socket.

Cover the tower by placing it and pressing towards front side and screw it.

Connect the external devices with CPU at its appropriate socket. It includes mouse and
keyboard at PS2 or USB connectors. Monitor at the video output socket. Connect the power
cable to the back of tower in SMPS. Plug in the power cable to the electric board.

Did you…. CRITERIA YES NO

1. Unplug the computer?
2. Push the power button in 30 seconds?
3. Wear anti-static wrist strap?
4. Remove/install computer the side case?
5. Remove/Install the CMOS Battery?
6. Remove/Install Internal Connectors?
7. Remove/install Memory?
8. Remove/install CPU?
9. Remove/Install the Power Supply and its connectors?
10. Remove/Install a Hard disk drive?
11. Remove/Install DVD-Rom Drive
12. Remove/Install Video Card?
13. Remove/Install the Motherboard

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INFORMATION SHEET 1.1-5
POWER ON SELF-TEST AND BASIC INPUT OUTPUT SYSTEMS CONFIGURATION

WHAT IS A POST?

When power is turned on, POST

(Power-On Self-Test) is the
diagnostic testing sequence that a
computer's basic input/output
system (or "starting program") runs
to determine if the computer
keyboard, random access memory,
disk drives, and other hardware are
working correctly.

If the necessary hardware is

detected and found to be operating
properly, the computer begins
to boot. If the hardware is not detected or is found not to be operating properly, the
BIOS issues an error message which may be text on the display screen and/or a series
of coded beeps, depending on the nature of the problem. Since POST runs before the
computer's video card is activated, it may not be possible to progress to the display
screen. The pattern of beeps may be a variable number of short beeps or a mixture of
long and short beeps, depending on what type of BIOS is installed.

THE ROLE OF POST IN THE STARTUP PROCESS

A Power On Self-Test is the first step of the boot sequence. It doesn't matter if you've
just restarted your computer, or if you've just powered it on for the first time in days,
the POST is going to run regardless.

POST doesn't rely on any specific operating system. In fact, there doesn't even need
to be an OS installed on a hard drive for the POST to run. This is because the test is
handled by the system's BIOS, not any installed software.
A Power On Self Test checks that basic system devices are present and working
properly, such as peripheral devices and other hardware elements like the processor,
storage devices, and memory.
The computer will continue to boot after the POST only if it was successful. Problems
can certainly appear after the POST, like Windows hanging during startup,
but most of the time those can be attributed to an operating system or software
problem, not a hardware one.

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If the POST finds something wrong during its test, you'll usually get an error some
kind, hopefully one clear enough that you'll have a place to start troubleshooting
from.

PROBLEMS DURING THE POST

Remember that the Power On Self Test is just that - a self-test. Just about anything
that might prevent the computer from continuing to start will prompt some kind of
error.
Errors may come in the form of flashing LEDs, audible beeps, or error messages on
the monitor, all of which are technically referred to as POST codes, beep codes , and
on-screen POST error messages, respectively.

If some part of the POST fails, you'll know very soon after powering on your
computer, but how you find out depends on the type, and severity, of the problem.

For example, if the problem lies with the video card, and you, therefore, can't see
anything on the monitor, then looking for an error message wouldn't be as helpful as
listening for a beep code or reading a POST code with a POST test card.
On Mac OS computers, POST errors often appear as an icon or some other graphic
instead of an actual error message. For example, a broken folder icon after starting
up your Mac may mean that the computer can't find a suitable hard drive to boot
from.

Certain types of failures during the POST may not produce an error at all, or the
error may hide behind a computer manufacturer's logo.

WHAT ARE BIOS?

The BIOS is an acronym for Basic Input/Output System and is also known as
the System BIOS, ROM BIOS, or PC BIOS) is a type of firmware used to perform
hardware initialization during the booting process (power-on startup) on PC-
compatible computers, and to provide runtime services for operating systems and
programs? The BIOS firmware is built into personal computers (PCs), and it is the
first software they run when powered on.

The fundamental purposes of the BIOS in modern PCs are to initialize and test the
system hardware components, and to load a boot loader or an operating system from
a mass memory device. The BIOS additionally provides an abstraction layer for the
hardware, i.e., a consistent way for application programs and operating systems to
interact with the keyboard, display, and other input/output (I/O) devices. Variations
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in the system hardware are hidden by the BIOS from programs that use BIOS services
instead of directly accessing the hardware. MS-DOS (PC DOS), which was the
dominant PC operating system from the early 1980s until the mid-1990s, relied on
BIOS services for disk, keyboard, and text display functions. MS Windows NT, Linux,
and other protected mode operating systems in general ignore the abstraction layer
provided by the BIOS and do not use it after loading, instead accessing the hardware
components directly.

HOW BIOS WORKS

Configuring BIOS

To enter the CMOS Setup, you must press a

certain key or combination of keys during
the initial startup sequence. Most systems
use "Esc," "Del," "F1," "F2," "Ctrl-Esc" or "Ctrl-
Alt-Esc" to enter setup. There is usually a line
of text at the bottom of the display that tells
you "Press ___ to Enter Setup."

Once you have entered setup, you will see a

set of text screens with a number of options. Some of these are standard, while
others vary according to the BIOS manufacturer. Common options include:

• System Time/Date - Set the system time and date

• Boot Sequence - The order that BIOS will try to load the operating system
• Plug and Play - A standard for auto-detecting connected devices; should be set
to "Yes" if your computer and operating system both support it
• Mouse/Keyboard - "Enable Num Lock," "Enable the Keyboard," "Auto-Detect
Mouse"...
• Drive Configuration - Configure hard drives, CD-ROM and floppy drives
• Memory - Direct the BIOS to shadow to a specific memory address
• Security - Set a password for accessing the computer
• Power Management - Select whether to use power management, as well as set
the amount of time for standby and suspend
• Exit - Save your changes, discard your changes or restore default settings

Be very careful when making changes to setup. Incorrect settings may keep your
computer from booting. When you are finished with your changes, you should choose

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"Save Changes" and exit. The BIOS will then restart your computer so that the new
settings take effect.

• The BIOS uses CMOS technology to save any changes made to the computer's
settings. With this technology, a small lithium or Ni-Cad battery can supply
enough power to keep the data for years. In fact, some of the newer chips have
a 10-year, tiny lithium battery built right into the CMOS chip!

Updating Your BIOS

Occasionally, a computer will need to have its BIOS updated. This is especially
true of older machines. As new devices and standards arise, the BIOS needs to
change in order to understand the new hardware. Since the BIOS is stored in
some form of ROM, changing it is a bit harder than upgrading most other types
of software.

To change the BIOS itself, you'll probably need a special program from the
computer or BIOS manufacturer. Look at the BIOS revision and date
information displayed on system startup or check with your computer
manufacturer to find out what type of BIOS you have. Then go to the BIOS
manufacturer's Web site to see if an upgrade is available. Download the
upgrade and the utility program needed to install it. Sometimes the utility and
update are combined in a single file to download. Copy the program, along with
the BIOS update, onto a floppy disk. Restart your computer with the floppy
disk in the drive, and the program erases the old BIOS and writes the new one.
You can find a BIOS Wizard that will check your BIOS at BIOS Upgrades.

Major BIOS manufacturers include:

• American Megatrends Inc. (AMI)

• Phoenix Technologies
• ALi
• Winbond

As with changes to the CMOS Setup, be careful when upgrading your BIOS. Make
sure you are upgrading to a version that is compatible with your computer system.
Otherwise, you could corrupt the BIOS, which means you won't be able to boot your
computer. If in doubt, check with your computer manufacturer to be sure you need
to upgrade.
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SELF CHECK 1.1-5

MULTIPLE CHOICE: Circle the correct response for each question. Make sure
that your answer is clearly

1. A user calls first thing Monday morning saying she has an error message at
boot-up that says her case was opened. She’s looked at the computer, but it
seems normal. What does this tell you about her computer?
A. Her computer has TPM enabled in the CMOS.
B. Her computer has fan monitoring enabled in CMOS and the fan stopped
over the weekend.
C. Her computer case has chassis intrusion detection and the feature is
enabled in CMOS.
D. It doesn’t tell you anything about the computer, only that the user has a
problem.
2. Which of the following can a PC boot to?
A. Hard drive
B. DVD-ROM
C. USB drive
D. All of the above
3. When you turn on your computer, what is accessed first?
A. The CPU
B. The setup program
C. The POST
D. The CMOS Chips

4. Jack decided to go retro and added a second floppy disk drive to his
computer. He thinks he has it physically installed correctly, but it doesn’t
show up in Windows. Which of the following options will most likely lead
Jack where he needs to go to resolve the issue?
A. Reboot the computer and press the F key on the keyboard twice. This
signals that the computer has two floppy disk drives.
B. Reboot the computer and watch for instructions to enter the CMOS
setup utility (for example, a message may say to press the DELETE key).
Do what it says to go into CMOS setup.
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C. In Windows, press the DELETE key twice to enter the CMOS setup utility.
D. In Windows, go to Start | Run and type floppy. Click OK to open the
Floppy Disk Drive Setup Wizard.

5. What does BIOS provide for the computer? (Choose the best answer.)
A. BIOS provides the physical interface for various devices such as USB and
FireWire ports.
B. BIOS provides the programming that enables the CPU to communicate
with other hardware.
C. BIOS provides memory space for applications to load into from the hard
drive.
D. BIOS provides memory space for applications to load into from the main
system RAM.

6. Which of the following will result in a POST beep code message?

A. The system is overheating.
B. The video card is not seated properly.
C. The keyboard is unplugged.
D. The hard drive has crashed.

7. Which of the following statements is true about CMOS?

A. CMOS is a configuration program that runs from the hard drive during
booting.
B. CMOS is a low-energy chip that draws power from a battery while the
computer is turned off.
C. CMOS includes the power-on self-test (POST) routines.
D. CMOS is the Southbridge chip that controls input and output devices.

8. Which of the following most typically enables you to upgrade a flash ROM
chip?
A. Remove the chip and replace it with a different one.
B. Reboot the computer.
C. Install a different operating system.
D. Run a small command-line program combined with a BIOS update file.

9. After a sudden power outage, Morgan’s PC rebooted, but nothing appeared

on the screen. The PC just beeps at him, over and over and over. What’s
most likely the problem?
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A. The power outage toasted his RAM.
B. The power outage toasted his video card.
C. The power outage toasted his hard drive.
D. The power outage toasted his CPU.
10. Henry bought a new card for capturing television on his computer. When he
finished going through the packaging, though, he found no driver disc, only
an application disc for setting up the TV capture software. After installing
the card and software, it all works flawlessly. What’s the most likely
explanation?
A. The device doesn’t need BIOS, so there’s no need for a driver disc.
B. The device has an option ROM that loads BIOS, so there’s no need for a
driver disc.
C. Windows supports TV capture cards out of the box, so there’s no need for
a driver disc.
D. The manufacturer made a mistake and didn’t include everything needed
to set up the device.

11. Mohinder finds that a disgruntled former employee decided to sabotage her
computer when she left by putting a password in CMOS that stops the
computer from booting. What can Mohinder do to solve this problem?
A. Mohinder should boot the computer while holding the left SHIFT key. This
will clear the CMOS information.
B. Mohinder should try various combinations of the former employee’s
name. The vast majority of people use their name or initials for CMOS
passwords.
C. Mohinder should find the CMOS clear jumper on the motherboard. Then
he can boot the computer with a shunt on the jumper to clear the CMOS
information.
D. Mohinder should find a replacement motherboard. Unless he knows the
CMOS password, there’s nothing he can do.

12. Which chip does the CPU use to communicate with high-speed devices such
as video cards or RAM?
A. Complementary metal-oxide semiconductor
B. Northbridge
C. Southbridge
D. Scan code

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13. When your computer boots and you press the appropriate key to enter the
CMOS setup utility, a small program loads, allowing you to specify settings
for various hardware devices. Where is this small program permanently
stored?
A. In the ROM
B. In CMOS
C. On the hard drive
D. In RAM

14. When you enter the CMOS setup utility (as in the previous question) and
make changes, where are your settings stored?
a. In the BIOS
b. In CMOS
c. On the hard drive
d. In RAM

15. Jill boots an older Pentium III system that has been the cause of several
user complaints at the office. The system powers up and starts to run
through POST but then stops. The screen displays a “CMOS configuration
mismatch” error. Of the following list, what is the most likely cause of this
error?
a. A. Dying CMOS battery
b. B. Bad CPU
c. C. Bad RAM
d. D. Corrupt system BIOS

1. C

2. D

3. A

4. B

5. B

6. B

7. B

8. D

9. A

10. B

11. C

12. B

13. A

14. B

15. A

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JOB SHEET 1.1-2
Module Title INSTALL & CONFIGURE COMPUTER SYSTEMS
Learning Outcome PLAN AND PREPARE FOR INSTALLATION
JOB TITLE BIOS SETUP AND CONFIGURATION
Learning Objectives:

After performing this job, YOU MUST be able to configure and setup BIOS
configuration. Trainer will assign and give you a set of computer
complete accessories. Based on your workstation access BIOS Setup and
configure your BIOS in accordance with job requirements. You must be
observed safety at all time. Any damages under your responsibility is
replaceable by your batch.
Time Allotment: 30 minutes

Materials and equipment needed:

Computer set with complete accessories. Anti-Static Wrist Strap, Screw

Bolts
Method 1: Enter the BIOS

1 Boot the computer. As the

manufacturer’s logo appears,
press the designated setup button
to enter the BIOS. The key varies
by manufacturer. Typical setups
keys are F2, F10, F12, and Del.
The key will be displayed on the
screen with the manufacturer’s
logo.

2 Rapidly strike the setup

key. Newer computers can boot very
fast. Once you figure out your setup
key, rapidly press it when booting the
computer. This will give you a greater

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chance of entering the BIOS. You may have to repeat the process several
times if you have difficulty with the timing.
If you are running Windows 8 and cannot access the BIOS, see the
Entering Windows 8 Boot Options section.

3 Wait for your BIOS to load. After successfully hitting the setup key,
the BIOS will load. This should only take a few moments. When the
loading is complete, you will be taken to the BIOS settings menu.

METHOD 2: ADJUST SETTINGS

1 Navigate the BIOS.

Every manufacturer has a
different layout for their
BIOS menu, but most share
some common settings.
These include power settings,
date and time settings, boot
order, and more.
BIOS menus do not support
mouse input. You will need to
navigate the menus using
your keyboard. Most BIOS
allow you to move through
menus with the arrow keys,
while some use specific keys
for specific menus, or + and – keys for navigation.

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2
Change your settings
carefully. When adjusting
settings in your BIOS, be sure
that you certain what the
settings will affect. Changing
settings incorrectly can lead to
system or hardware failure.

3
Change the boot order. If you
want to change what device to
boot from, enter the Boot
menu. From here, you can
designate which device the
computer will attempt to boot
from first. This is useful for
booting from a disc to install or
repair an operating system.

4
Create a BIOS password. You
can create a password that will
lock the computer from booting
unless the correct password is
entered.

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5
Change your date and
time. Your BIOS’s clock will
dictate your Windows clock. If
the battery has been recently
replaced, your clock will most
likely have been reset. You can
adjust your clock settings from
the BIOS.

6
Change fan speeds and
system voltages. These
options are for advanced users
only. In this menu, you can
overclock your CPU,
potentially giving more
performance. This should be
performed only if you are
comfortable with your
computer’s hardware. Check out our [[Overclock a PC | guide on
overclocking] for more information.

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7
Save and exit. When you are
finished adjusting your
settings, you will need to save
and exit in order for your
changes to take effect. When
you save and restart, your
computer will reboot with the
new settings.

Or press F10 to Save and Exit BIOS Setup.

The END….Congratulation!

PERFORMANCE CHECKLIST

Did you…. CRITERIA YES NO

1. Access BIOS using keyboard key Del or F2 key?
2. Configure the system current DATA and TIME?
3. Set-up SATA Configuration into Primary and
Secondary?
4. Configure Boot Sequence?
5. Setup and configure 1st Boot Device?
6. Setup and configure 2nd Boot Device?
7. Setup and configure 3rd Boot Device?
8. Create BIOS Password?
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9. Solved and bypass BIOS Password?
10. Save and Exit BIOS setup?

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