Welcome to PC Construction

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Welcome to PC Construction

• Saturday May 12, 2001

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PC Construction

• By 
• William E. Fletcher, Ph.D.
• America 2000 Instructional Technology Specialist
• Tensas Parish School System
• St. Joseph, Louisiana
• And
• Blaine Merriett, Technician
• Communications Services

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Rationale

• Computer building allows the teachers to enhance
  their skills of observation and reasoning and
  deepens their understanding of the inner workings
  of the computer. The teachers will experience a
  great deal of pride and ownership when they
  assemble the computer that they will use. This
  will help them to buy into the use of technology.

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Basic Tools

• Small flathead screwdriver
• Regular flathead screwdriver
• Small Phillips screwdriver
• Large Phillips screwdriver
• Tweezers 
• Chip remover
•  Parts Tube
• Small flashlight

• Compressed air
• Natural Bristle Brush
• Antistatic wristband
• Antistatic mats
• Antistatic bags

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Software Needed

• Windows 95/98
• Bootdisk
• Other software

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References

• Andrews, Jean (1998, Second Edition). A Guide to
  Managing and Maintaining Your PC.
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• Groth, David (1998, Second Edition). A Core
  Module Study Guide.
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• Minasi, Mark . The Complete PC Upgrade and
  Maintenance Guide
• Mueller, Scott . Upgrading and Repairing PCs

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PC Construction Precautions

• Electric Shock
• Sharp Edges
• Connections
• Handling
• Cleaning

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Safety Considerations

• Use wrist straps while working inside of a
  computer.
• Always work on computers after the computer has
  been shut down and the electrical power has been
  disconnected.
• Replacement fuses must be of the same type and
  rating as the blown fuse

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Safety Considerations

• The polarization of the outlet and corresponding
  power cord provide a measure or protection
  against electrical shock .
• Never attempt to open a computers power supply
  unit for service and repair. .
• Never attempt to open a computers monitor for
  service or repair.

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Safety Considerations

• All screws should be finger tight only.
• Never attempt to open a computers monitor for
  service or repair.

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Safety Considerations

• Using screws in the wrong place will stripe the
  threads of the case, floppy, or other drive.
• Do not apply pressure to the top and bottom of
  the drives. This may damage the drives.

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Preventive Maintenance Tips

• 1. Keep your keyboard and mouse clean.
• 2. Keep the inside of the computer clean.
• 3. Defragment your hard disk only
• when needed.
• 4. Don't smoke near your computer.

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Preventive Maintenance Tips

• 5. Make sure there is adequate airspace
• around the computer.
• 6.  Avoid electrostatic discharge.
• 7. Do NOT eat or drink around the
• computer or keyboard.