Computer Disassembly and Assembly Guide PDF

You might be wondering why the lesson starts with disassembly and not assembly itself? Simply because we want to learn how to disassemble so we can assemble it again from how we took out the parts. It Is because in the industry, you will be performing disassembly especially in servicing, compared t...

You might be wondering why the lesson starts with disassembly and not assembly itself? Simply because we want to learn how to disassemble so we can assemble it again from how we took out the parts. It Is because in the industry, you will be performing disassembly especially in servicing, compared to building a new computer and repairing and maintaining the computers in the workplace. You will have to be familiar especially first with the system unit. We want you to learn how to assemble what you've taken out (disassembled). Preparing for Disassembly Before going into the disassembly proper, you will have to prepare all the materials that you will need. Make sure to... - The system unit you will disassemble is UNPLUGGED! - Wear your antistatic wrist strap! - Lay out the antistatic mat! - The table is large and Long enough! Performance Checklist If you tried disassembling a computer on your own, this checklist might be able to help you if you've done the job correctly. Check the following if you've met the criteria: A computer on your own, this checklist might be met the criteria: CRITERIA Did you...? 1. Unplug the System Unit before proceeding to disassembling? 2\. Wear anti-static wrist strap and other PPE properly? 3\. Remove the following safely and correctly? a\. Outer Steel/Casing? b\. Case Fan? C. CPU Fan? d\. Power Supply? e\. Memory (RAM)? 4\. Remove the Optical Disk Drive? 5\. Remove the Hard Drive? 6\. Remove the Motherboard? Now that you've learned how to disassemble a PC, we are now going to proceed to assembling what we just disassembled. Ideally, as seen in the last part of the disassembly video, you need to document the specifications/status of the components before putting back the system unit together again. A helpful tip is since you worked your way part by part in disassembly, now you are just going to retrace your steps in assembling it. Preparing for Assembly Before going into the assembly proper, you will have to prepare all the materials that you will need. Make sure to... - Clean the equipment and parts! - Don't let the CPU stay exposed for a long time! - Prepare to re-apply thermal paste! - Wear your anti-static wrist strap! Performance Checklist If you tried assembling a computer on your own, this checklist might be able to help you if you've done the job correctly. Check the following if you've met the criteria: Did you...? 1\. Clean the equipment and parts before assembly? 2\. Wear anti-static wrist strap and other PPE? 3\. Install the following correctly and carefully: a\. CPU Fan? b\. Hard Disk Drive? c\. Optical Drive? d\. RAM (Random Access Memory)? e\. Power Supply? f\. Interface Cards/Add-on Cards/Adapters Graphics/Video Cards? g\. System Fan? 4\. Attach the System cover properly? Installing I/O Devices If you still do not have an installed operating system, you can simply install the keyboard and mouse first. Then, install an operating system. After installing an operating system, install the rest of your peripherals. These devices are important since it lets you control your computer. Installing the Keyboard Make sure to read the instruction manual of your keyboard first. Check whether the keyboard has a USB (flat, rectangular shape) or PS/2 (typically round and purple colored) connector. Install the keyboard by connecting it to its proper port. Do not install the keyboard while the computer is powered on. Do not remove the keyboard while the computer is running. Installing the Mouse The process to installing this device is similar to that of the keyboard. Check whether your mouse is using a PS/2 Connector or a USB connector then connect it to its proper port. Installing the Monitor Identify the connection type that will connect the monitor to the motherboard or the graphics card. A DVI, VGA, or HDMI are common ports in the monitor and used to produce best picture qualities. Once the display is plugged to its proper connector on the video card or the motherboard, the display is ready. Most of the time, drivers are not required but it should be downloaded to utilize a maximum resolution. Installing the Speakers Determine the type of speaker and its connector. Connect the cable (usually a 3.5mm jack) to the line-out jack of the computer sound card or on the system unit. Plug in the power cord. Installing the Webcam Common webcams can be simply plugged into the USB port and you will be prompted to install their drivers. Some webcams would need to have its driver installed first. Make sure to read the manufacturer's instruction manual first. Installing the Printer - Make sure to have the printer and power cable. - Connect the printer connector to the unit. - Insert the ink or toner cartridge to the printer. - Turn the printer on. - Power the computer. - Start the Printer Install Wizard. - Follow the instructions to install the Printer Driver. - Run a test print to check if the printer is installed correctly.