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Computer Maintenance Tools and Their Functions - Know Computing

The document discusses common computer maintenance tools and their functions. It describes both hardware tools like screwdrivers and software tools like disk utility programs. It provides details on 15 hardware tools and 5 software tools, and gives tips on maintaining hardware tools.

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COMPUTER TIPS

Computer maintenance tools and their


functions
By G M

Computer maintenance and repair tools can either be hardware or


software. Hardware tools are physical pieces of equipment like
screwdrivers that are used to repair the physical components of the
computer. Software maintenance tools on the other side are used to
maintain and repair programs parts of the system.

The main computer hardware maintenance tools are pliers, screws


and nut drivers, multimeters, tweezers, and cable clippers among
others. They are used for a variety of functions depending on the
tool. Tools can be used for cutting, holding, tightening, or loosening
among other special functions. In this article, we are going to deal
with both hardware and software maintenance and repair tools.

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Table of Contents
Common computer maintenance tools and equipment and their
functions
How to maintain and take care of hardware tools

Common computer maintenance tools and


equipment and their functions

Hardware repair and maintenance tools and equipment

1. Screwdrivers: used to tighten or loosen screws. Different types


of screwdrivers are flat-head for slotted screws, Phillips-head for
cross-headed screws, and star for star-headed screws.
2. Nut drivers: they are also called hex drivers. Nut drivers are used
to tighten or loosen nuts and bolts.
3. Tweezers: used to remove tiny components or removing small
wires on the personal computer (PC).
4. Wire cutter and stripper: it is used to cut the wire and strip the
insulation material to uncover the wires. They can be used to
strip cables when terminating network cables.
5. Multimeter: it is used to measure multiple electrical values such
as voltage, ohms, and current. The best is a digital multimeter
which has an LCD display.
6. Memory module tester: it is special equipment that tests main
memory (RAM) functionality.
7. Pliers: Used for cutting and gripping or holding parts. Types
include needle-nose, slip-joint, and cutting piers among others.
8. Soldering rod: it is used to remove solder from components and
fix others. The rod is used during repair to fix components on the
motherboard.
9. Flashlight: Used to light up areas that you cannot see well. It can
be used at the repair table.
10. Cable crimper: Used to attach connectors to wires. The most
common is the network cable crimper that terminates the RJ45
to the ethernet cable.
11. Soft cleaning cloth: Used to clean computer components
without scratching or damaging them.
12. Cleaning agent: use the correct type of cleaning agent to clean
different components either when maintaining or repairing. The
recommended agent is isopropyl alcohol or distilled water. What
is used depends on which part is being cleaned.
13. Antistatic wrist strap: it is used to protect computer components
against static electricity.
14. Cables ties: they are used to bundle cables together in an
organized manner. When you use cable ties you cannot remove
them unless you cut the tie completely.
15. Air blower: used to blow away dust from different parts of the
computer. They can be used in general maintenance routines or
before you repair components.

Software maintenance and repair tools


Software maintenance and repair tools are used to manage the
software components and can also check the functionality of
computer hardware. Mostly they are specialized for a specific
function. The main software repair and maintenance tools are:

1. Data recovery software: This is software that is used to help


recover data that is lost due to storage media problems. They
can be used to repair and recover data. We have some that are
freeware and others more advanced that are for pay.
2. Disk utility software: Hard disk is a critical component that holds
all user data and it has a number of repair tools dedicated to it.
Some disk management programs are disk cleaners,
defragmenters, partitioners, formatting, and checker among
others. We have a more detailed article about different types of
disk utility software you can read.
3. Antivirus and malware: antivirus programs are used to scan,
detect, and remove malicious programs from the computer. By
using this software we can reduce many problems that are
associated with computer viruses. There are many antivirus
programs on the market such as Norton, Kaspersky, Avast, Bit
Defender, Comodo, and Avira among others.
4. The driver’s installer and updater: up-to-date drivers ensure that
all components are functioning optimally. These repair tools are
used to detect any missing drivers and install them. They also
check the version and update it to the latest drivers.
5. Software uninstaller: when you uninstall a program from your
computer, most of the time it only removes the directory where
the program was but other files still remain. The uninstaller
software deletes all data for the specific programs including the
registry data. This frees up storage space for other programs.

How to maintain and take care of hardware tools


How long your hardware tools will last depends on how you take care
of them. Better care better service they will offer and for a long time.
These are some of the tips you can use to ensure your hardware
repair tools last longer.

1. Always clean your tools after use. Depending on the type of the
tool clean it using the appropriate cleaning agent after use.
2. Return the tools to the right location. You should have a
designated storage location for all your tools like a tool rack.
After use return them to the right position on the rack or toolbox.
3. Use the tool for the right job: each tool is designed to be used
for a specific function try and stick to the basic use of that tool.
This ensures that you don’t damage the item and the component
that is being repaired.
4. Keep your tool dry to avoid then rusting: most hardware repair
tools are metallic which means theta re susceptible to rust if left
wet. Always ensure they are dry before returning them to the
toolbox or rack.
5. Follow safety guidelines: check the safety rules and guidelines
that are given in the tool user manual and follow them. This
ensures the equipment work as specified and the user is also
safe.
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