CHAPTER 2:

Installing Equipment, Devices,

and Systems
Technical Terms:
Boot – process taken by the computer when turned on that loads the
operating system and prepares the system for use.
Complementary Meta-Oxide Semiconductors (CMOS) – on board,
battery powered semiconductor ship inside the computer that stores
information
Device Driver – software provided by a manufacturer that tells the
computer’s operating system exactly how to work with its device or
hardware.
Heat sink – component designed to lower the temperature of an
electronic device by dissipating heat into the surrounding air.
Technical Terms:
Light emitting diode (LED) electronic component used to
indicate power or activity.
Maintenance – process of preserving something
Panel – flat usually rectangular piece forming a raised,
recessed, or framed part of the surface in which it is set.
Pin – lead on a device that plugs into a socket to connect
the device to a system.
Technical Terms:
Product key – also known as a software key, is a specific
software-based key for a computer program; it certifies that
the copy of the program is original.
Specification – standard of workmanship, materials, etc.
required to be met in a piece of work.
Upgrade – raise (something) to a higher standard
Requirements for the Job
and Its Benefits
Preventive Maintenance

Old parts are replaced prior to their breakdown.

The benefit is keeping the computer functional
without problem or work interruption.
Repair

When a computer becomes faulty, you need to

replace it with a new one or repair it. Of course
the latter is cost efficient than buying a new
computer.
Upgrade

An upgrade usually means an existing computer

part is being replaced with a new one or
sometimes just simply adding component such
as memory card. Increase in speed, capacity,
and reliability are some of a benefits.
 Important to know:
Hardware components to function together, they need to be
compatible with each other. New software application may also
require an upgrade of computer component to work properly.

Hardware requirements or specifications typically include:

Processor
Memory
Available hard disk space
Graphics card
Computer Disassembly
Always remember 4P’s
Proper Preparation Promotes Positive result.
Before you begin, make sure that you have all the
necessary tools and materials and you have a well-
secured and well-lit workspace.
You should have sufficient light to see your
components.
Computer Disassembly
Prepare an inventory of the tools and materials
while doing the disassembly; you will need this in
the assembly. Below is a good example of inventory.
Inventory of Tools and Materials
Name Specification Quantity Remarks
Materials:
CPU Intel Dual Core E2180 2.0 Ghz 1 Functioning
(with heat sink and fan)
Motherboard Dell G33 Mo2 1 Functioning
Memory 800-Mhz DDR2 SDRAM 1 Gb 1 Functioning
Keyboard USB Dell Keyboard 1 Effective
Mouse USB Generic Mouse 1 Defective
Add-on cards etc. Video Card 1 Functioning

Tools:
Screwdriver, etc. 1
During the Disassembly, always bear in mind and put into
practice the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) policies
and procedures.
1. Unplug it. Unplug your peripheral devices that includes the cable
such as power, USB, mouse, keyboard, webcam, headset, and other
external peripheral devices.
2. Open the Case. While at the back of the computer, remove the
screws of the left side panel. On most computer cases, once the
screws are removed, you can remove the side panel by simply
sliding it towards the back of the computer. Then, remove the
screws of the remaining panel and remove it just like the other side.
During the Disassembly, always bear in mind and put into
practice the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) policies
and procedures.
3. Remove the system fan. Unplug the fan from the motherboard; it is
labeled “Sys_Fan1.” Then, unscrew the fan from the panel.
4. Remove the CPU fan. The CPU fan is located on top of the CPU heat sink,
so be very careful in remoting it. Unplug the CPU fan from the
motherboard; labeled “CPU Fan1”. Remove the four screws usually
securing the heat sink. The you can easily detach the heat sink.
5. Remove the Power supply. Unplug every power connectors that come
from the power supply. You must disconnect main power connector from
the motherboard. (either 20 or 24 pins)
It also have a 4-pin or 6-pin auxiliary power connector
Then, unscrew the four screws holding the power supply on the back of the
computer.
During the Disassembly, always bear in mind and put into
practice the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) policies
and procedures.
6. Remove the CD/DVD drive. Unplug the data cable from the back of
the drive and from the motherboard. Remove the screws the push it
out from the inside.
7. Remove the hard drive. Unplug the data cable from the back of the
drive and from the motherboard. Remove the screws then you can
easily push it out from the inside.
8. Remove the add-on cards (Video/NIC). Remove the metal cover for
the PCI, AGP and PCI express x16 slot by loosening its screws.
Remove the graphics board and the NIC from the motherboard.
During the Disassembly, always bear in mind and put into
practice the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) policies
and procedures.
9. Remove the memory (RAM). Push down both the plastic clip at the
end of the RAM to unlock it and gently lift the module.
10.Remove the CPU. Remove the heat sink, then remove the CPU by
unlocking it. Always follow the manufacturer’s directions in
removing the heat sink and CPU.
11.Remove the motherboard. Remove small wires from the power
switch, reset switch, HDD activity indicator, USB ports, etc. You may
want to make a simple diagram to record where they are originally
connected in case the manual is no longer available.
Continuation…

The motherboard also has screws holding it to the

frame that are usually indicated by large white circles
around them. Remove them, then lift the motherboard
carefully out of the system unit. Make sure find and
keep the spacers.
 Computer Assembly
As reiterated, you should have plenty of light to see your components.
Take out your inventory of tools and materials you prepared while doing the
disassembly. Always bear in mind and put into practice the occupational
safety and health policies and procedures.
The following are the steps to follow when
assembling computer.
1. Install the motherboard. Before you secure the motherboard onto
the system case, review the motherboard manual to make sure you
are familiar with the motherboard layout. Manuals are extremely
helpful. This contains specific instructions and illustrations. Attach
the motherboard to the frame of system case by sixing it with
screws that are usually indicated by large white circles around
them, make sure to put spacers. Connect the small wires from the
power switch, then reset, HDD activity indicator, power indicator,
USB Ports, and etc. use your previously created diagram to know
where they are originally connected.
The following are the steps to follow when
assembling computer.
2. Install the CPU – when you install the CPU, make sure to properly
attached the heat sink on the top of it to prevent it from overheating
and damage. Apply some silicon heat transfer compound on CPU
before installing the heat sink for better dispersion. Follow the
manufacturer’s manual on how to install the CPU Wrong installation
may cause damage of your CPU and motherboard.
3. Install the Memory – the memory module has only one notch usually
found on the center, one side of it is longer and the other side is
shorter. Thus it will only fit on the right orientation. Insert the memory
module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it until the golden
connectors on the module are properly inserted. The plastic clip at the
side of the DIMM slot should automatically close.
The following are the steps to follow when
assembling computer.
4. Install the add-on cards (Video/NIC). Make sure to remove the backplane
cover for the PCI, AGP, and PCI Express X16 slot. Install the graphics board
and the NIC Then secure them with metal cover and screw.
5. Install the hard drive – Secure the hard disk drive by putting screws. Plug
the data cable to the back of the drive and to the motherboard.
6. Install CD/DVD drive. Secure the optical drive by putting screws. Plug the
data cable to the back of the drive and to the motherboard.
7 Install the power supply. Secure the power supply on the back of the
computer by putting screws. Plug every power connectors coming fro the
power supply. You must connect the main power connector to the
motherboard (Either 20 or 24 pins). The power supply can have either a 4
pin or 6-pin auxiliary power connector to attach to the motherboard.
The following are the steps to follow when
assembling computer.
8. Install the CPU fan –Secure the CPU fan on top of the heat sink by putting
screws. Plug the CPU fan to the motherboard; it is labeled “CPU FAN1.”
Always follow the manufacturer’s specification in installing the CPU Fan.
9. Install the System fan – Secure the system fan to the panel. Plug the fan
to the motherboard; it is labeled “Sys_Fan 1.”
10. Close the Case. – attach the right panel by sliding it towards the front of
the computer and fixing it with screws. Do the same with the left side panel.
11. Plug it. Plug every external peripheral devices in to your computer
including power cable, USB, mouse, keyboard, webcam, headset and other
external peripheral devices.
Self Check: put numbering in every task based on
proper arrangement.
STEPS TASK
Unplug it.
Remove the motherboard.
Remove the memory.
Remove the CPU Fan.
Remove the hard drive.
Remove the CD/DVD drive.
Remove the power supply.
Remove add-on cards.
Remove the system fan..
Remove the CPU
Open the case.
Activity
Disassemble, Clean and Assemble a computer desktop. Prepare
the materials needed together with the hand tools and workplace.
Follow the procedures accordingly.
 1 pc inventory of tools and materials
 1 pc screwdriver
 1 pc long-nose pliers
 1 pc anti-static wrist strap
 Flashlight
 Electrical tape or cable ties
 1 set working table
Inventory of Tools and Materials
Name Specification Quantity Remarks
Materials:
CPU
Motherboard
Memory
Keyboard
Mouse
Add-on cards
Floppy drive
DVD/CD Drive