Css grade 11 week 4
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This document provides step-by-step instructions for assembling a desktop computer system unit. It begins with preparing the work area and taking inventory. It then outlines 10 steps: installing the IO shield and power supply, attaching motherboard components like the CPU and RAM, installing the motherboard, expansion cards, internal drives, and internal cables. The last steps are reattaching the side panels and connecting external cables. The overall goal is to assemble the computer components in a logical, methodical manner.
Css grade 11 week 4
- 1. LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET CSS Grade 11 – Second Quarter- Week 4 Objectives MELC: Assembly of a Computer Hardware (TLE_IACSS9-12ICCS_Ia-e-28) Specific Objectives o To be able to know the steps in assembly of a desktop computer system unit. o To be able to understand and apply the step by step procedure in assembly of a desktop computer system unit. o To put in mind the importance of the following the proper procedure of desktop computer assembly. o To be able to know what is BIOS setup and its configuration. o To identify computer beep codes and computer error. o To put in mind the purpose of BIOS configuration. What is it Assembly of a Desktop Computer System Unit Computer assembly is a large part of a technician's job. Work in a logical, methodical manner when working with computer components. Improve computer assembly skills dramatically with practice Step 1. Prepare your workplace 1. Take Inventory: Before you start, take an inventory of your parts. Do not begin assembling your computer if you do not have everything you need. Begin the step- by-step process once you are ready with everything you need.
- 2. Take an inventory of the computer parts and components 2. Make Space, Make Time: Building a PC takes up space - about a dining room table worth. So, make sure you have plenty of working room and a few hours to proceed with minimal interruption. Work on a flat, stable table top surface, or bare floor, where you have room to layout all the items. 3. Prepare Grounding Protection: Use an inexpensive antistatic wrist strap. It is the perfect preventive measure if you have no alternative to working on carpet. Remember, a table top or bare floor is always the best place to build your system. Make sure you are wearing your antistatic wrist strap correctly (it does you no good at all if you do not wear it!), and you are ready to proceed. 4. Have the Drivers Ready: Assuming you have another internet connected PC, download the latest drivers from the vendors' websites for each component you will be installing. Sometimes drivers are updated between the time the component was manufactured and the time you are installing it. It is always best to have the latest. Copy them to a CD for easy access. Step 2: Install IO Shield IO Shield installation steps include the following: 1. Align the IO shield to its proper position 2. Push the IO shield inward its case to secure its position along with the case. Step 3: Install the Power Supply Power supply installation steps include the following: 1. Insert the power supply into the case 2. Align the holes in the power supply with the holes in the case 3. Secure the power supply to the case using the proper screws
- 3. Step 4: Attach the Motherboard Components Install Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) Battery To install a CMOS battery, complete the following steps: 1. Locate the CMOS battery socket on the system board. 2. Orient the CMOS battery so that the positive (+) side faces in toward the center of the compute node. 3. Pivot the CMOS battery so that you can insert it into the bottom of the socket. 4. As you slide the CMOS battery into place, press the top of the CMOS battery into the socket. Install Central Processing Unit (CPU) To install the CPU, complete the following steps: 1. Align the CPU so that the Connection 1 indicator is lined up with Pin 1 on the CPU socket. 2. Place the CPU gently into the socket. 3. Close the CPU load plate and secure it by closing the load lever and moving it under the load lever retention tab. 4. Apply a small amount of thermal compound to the CPU and spread it evenly. Install Heat Sink/Fan To install the Heat Sink/Fan, complete the following steps: 1. Line up the heat sink/fan assembly retainers to the holes on the motherboard. 2. Place the heat sink/fan assembly onto the CPU socket, being careful not to pinch the CPU fan wires. 3. Tighten the heat sink/fan assembly retainers to secure the assembly in place. 4. Connect the heat sink/fan assembly power cable to the header on the motherboard.
- 4. Install Memory Card RAM installation steps: 1. Align the notches on the RAM module to the keys in the slot and press down until the side tabs click into place. 2. Make sure that the side tabs have locked the RAM module and visually check for exposed contacts. Step 5: Install the Motherboard The motherboard is now ready to install in the computer case. Plastic and metal standoffs are used to mount the motherboard and to prevent it from touching the metal portions of the case. Install only the standoffs that align with the holes in the motherboard. Installing any additional standoffs may prevent the motherboard from being seated properly in the computer case. Motherboard installation steps: 1. Install standoffs in the computer case. 2. Align the I/O connectors on the back of the motherboard with the openings in the back of the case. 3. Align the screw holes of the motherboard with the standoffs. 4. Insert all of the motherboard screws. 5. Tighten all of the motherboard screws. Step 6: Install the Expansion/Adapter Cards if Available Install Expansion Cards Video adapter card installation steps: 1. Align the expansion card to its mounting bracket while inserting to its designated slot. 2. Screw the mounting bracket of the case that holds the expansion card.
- 5. Step 7: Install Internal Drives Install Optical Drive Optical drive installation steps: 1. Position the optical drive to align with the 5.25 inch drive bay. 2. Insert the optical drive into the drive bay so that the optical drive screw holes align with the screw holes in the case. 3. Secure the optical drive to the case using the proper screws. Install Hard Disk Drive HDD installation steps: 1. Position the HDD so that it aligns with the 3.5-inch drive bay. 2. Insert the HDD into the drive bay so that the screw holes in the drive line up with the screw holes in the case. 3. Secure the HDD to the case using the proper screws. Step 8: Install Internal Cables Install Front Panel Connector Step 1: You may want to employ the use of a torch/headlamp or magnifying glass for this part, as you will need to find the location of your system panel connector on your motherboard. This is where you will be connecting some of your case’s front panel controls like the power button. The writing that labels where it is on the motherboard itself is usually tiny, so it may be more useful to consult your motherboard manual to help you find it. Overall, though, you are looking for something like this: Front Panel Connector
- 6. Step 2: Once you’ve located the front panel connector, it’s time to find the corresponding headers coming out of your case – these are tiny little wires with thin plastic tubes on the end of them, and should be dangling somewhere on the right hand side of your case, possibly tucked away in a drive bay somewhere. You’ll notice that each little plastic bit has something written on it, like HDD LED+(violet), HDD LED –(black), Power LED+(blue green), Power LED-(white) and Reset Switch+(green), Reset Switch-(white) and Power Switch+(red) Power switch-(white). As you can imagine, these are the corresponding connectors for the power button (and its corresponding LED light if your case has one), reset switch and your HDD light. If you would rather not have bits blinking away at you in the darkness, then by all means leave the LED connectors out. But you will need to connect the power and reset buttons at the very least. You will also notice that there’s a plus and minus on each connector – connect them the wrong way and they will not work. Again, it’s probably wise to have your motherboard manual open at this point, as there should be a nice big diagram that’s a lot easier to see than trying to peer at the labels on the motherboard itself. (-) (+) (-) (+) (-) (+) (-) (+)
- 7. Install Data Cables SATA Cables The SATA data cable has a 7-pin connector. • One end of the cable is connected to the motherboard. • The other end is connected to any drive that has a SATA data connector. PATA Cables Drives connect to the motherboard using data cables. • Types of data cables are: o PATA o SATA and • The PATA cable (sometimes called a ribbon cable) is wide and flat and can have either 40 or 80 conductors. • A PATA cable usually has three 40-pin connectors. • If multiple hard drives are installed. • The master drive will connect to the end connector. • The slave drive will connect to the middle connector. • Many motherboards have two PATA cable sockets, which provides support for a maximum of four PATA drives. Install Power Cables Motherboard Power Connections • The Advanced Technology Extended (ATX) main power connector has either 20 or 24 pins. The power supply may also have a 4-pin or 6-pin Auxiliary (AUX) power connector that connects to the motherboard. A 20-pin connector will work in a motherboard with a 24-pin socket.
- 8. SATA Molex Berg • SATA Power Connectors use a 15-pin connector to connect to hard disk drives, optical drives, or any devices that have a SATA power socket. • Molex Power Connectors are used by hard disk drives and optical drives that do not have SATA power sockets. • CAUTION: Do not use a Molex connector and a SATA power connector on the same drive at the same time. • 4-pin Berg Power Connector supplies power to a floppy drive. Step 9. Re-attach Side Panels • Now that all the internal components have been installed and connected to the motherboard and power supply, • The side panels are re-attached to the computer case. • Most computer cases have two side panels, one on each side. • Once the cover is in place, make sure that it is secured at all screw locations. • Refer to the documentation or manufacturer’s website if you are unsure about how to remove or replace your computer case. CAUTION: Handle case parts with care. Some computer case covers have sharp or jagged edges Step 10. Connect External Cables • After the side case panels have been re-attached, connect the external cables to the back of the computer. • External cable connections include: 1. Monitor 2. Keyboard 3. Mouse 4. Ethernet 5. USB CAUTION: When attaching cables, never use excessive force to connect. Use its proper keyed, latch or notch. NOTE: Plug in the power cable after you have connected all other cables.
- 9. 1. Attach the monitor cable to the video port. 2. Secure the cable by tightening the screws on the connector. 3. Plug the keyboard cable into the PS/2 keyboard port. 4. Plug the mouse cable into the PS/2 mouse port. 5. Plug the USB cable into a USB port. 6. Plug the network cable into the network port. 7. Connect the wireless antenna to the antenna connector. 8. Plug the power cable into the power supply. Boot Computer for the First Time • The BIOS is a set of instructions stored in a nonvolatile memory chip. • When the computer is booted, the basic input/output system (BIOS) will perform a power-on self test (POST) to check on all of the internal components. • A special key or combination of keys on the keyboard is used to enter the BIOS setup program. • The BIOS setup program displays information about all of the components in the computer. Identify Beep Codes • POST checks to see that all of the hardware in the computer is operating correctly. • If a device is malfunctioning, an error or a beep code alerts the technician that there is a problem. • Typically, a single beep denotes that the computer is functioning properly. • If there is a hardware problem, the computer may emit a series of beeps. • Each BIOS manufacturer uses different codes to indicate hardware problems. • Consult the motherboard documentation to view beep codes for your computer.
- 10. BIOS Setup • The BIOS contains a setup program used to configure settings for hardware devices. • The configuration data is saved to a special memory chip called a complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS). • CMOS is maintained by the battery in the computer. • If this battery dies, all BIOS setup configuration data will be lost. • Replace the battery and reconfigure the BIOS settings. BIOS Configuration • Technicians use the BIOS information to learn about installed components: 1. CPU – Manufacturer and speed 2. RAM - Manufacturer and speed 3. Hard Drive - Manufacturer, size, and type 4. Optical Drive - manufacturer and type • Technicians use BIOS to: 1. Set Time and Date 2. Disable Devices 3. Set Boot Order 4. Adjust Clock Speed 5. Enable Virtualization BIOS Setup Program BIOS settings are configured in the BIOS setup program.
- 11. Activity Activity 1: Listed below are the procedure in PC Assembly. Rearrange the following procedures in their proper order. Write your answer in the arrow provided. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 -Re-attach Side Panels -Install Internal Cables -Install the Power Supply -Install IO Shield -Prepare your workplace -Connect External Cables -Install the Motherboard -Install the Expansion/Adapter -Install Internal Drives -Attach the Motherboard Components
- 12. Activity 2: Skill Test Direction: Listed below are some of the most important skills that you must gain for you to render quality service when you enter the real world of Computer System Servicing. Read carefully the skills then put a check mark in Not much if you are not really familiar, A little if you have a little knowledge and A lot if you are familiar with the skill. Feel free to answer each skill. Skills in PC Assembly Not much A little A lot I can open a computer case. I can connect the mouse. I can connect the keyboard. I can connect the monitor. I can attach the power supply from the system unit I know how to install the RAM from the motherboard I can install the hard drive from the system unit. I can install the optical drive from the system unit. I can install external cables I can install the motherboard Activity 3: Direction: Answer the essential questions below according to your experience in connecting hardware and peripherals of a computer. 1. What is the essence of following the correct procedures in assembling the PC parts? 2. What is your perspective why is reattach side panels would be the ninth step in PC assembly. 3. What do you feel when you are doing the activity? 4. As a computer technician, why do think skills is a crucial factor?
- 13. Answer key Activity 1 1. Prepare your workplace 2. Install IO Shield 3. Install the Power Supply 4. Attach the Motherboard Components 5. Install the Motherboard 6. Install the Expansion/Adapter 7. Install Internal Drive 8. Install Internal Cables 9. Re-attach Side Panels 10. Connect External Cables Activity 2 • Answers may vary Activity 3 • Answers may vary Prepared by: DANILO B. AÑOS Teacher II/ Barobo NHS