Installation and Configuration of PCs and Components (non-audio)
Overview/Description
To outline the installation and configuration of hardware components
Target Audience
Anyone wanting to become a hardware support technician
Prerequisites
Computer service technicians at entry level or with up to 6 months on the job experience
Expected Duration
305 Minutes
Objectives:
Installation and Configuration of PCs and Components (non-audio)
describe IRQs, DMAs, I/O addresses, and hexidecimal notation.
identify IRQ assignments for component parts.
identify different cable types and describe cable orientation.
identify different connector types and distinguish between ports and cables.
identify the difference between serial and parallel communication.
connect the correct cable to the correct device and identify the different connectors.
describe a master/slave installation and controller configuration.
explain the difference between primary and secondary controllers.
install and configure internal and external SCSI devices.
describe address and termination conflicts, ID priority, and SCSI cabling types.
install and configure IDE/EIDE and SCSI devices.
install and configure peripheral devices.
upgrade and improve the desktop components.
upgrade and optimize portable devices.
identify and troubleshoot power supply unit and boot problems.
identify and troubleshoot audio, sound, and I/O device problems.
identify the tools and procedures required to identify and solve hardware and software problems.
identify and troubleshoot hard disk, floppy disk, and CD-ROM drive problems.
identify and solve potential computer problems.
identify and troubleshoot modem, NIC, and USB problems.
Course Number: 37746_eng