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Written in a straightforward, easy to read style, Rob Beales provides the knowledge and techniques needed to build, troubleshoot, and maintain personal computer systems. Divided into three parts, Part 1 forms an introduction to digital computers, leading the reader through the various parts of a modern PC system, including popular peripherals and networking concepts. Part 2 contains a step-by-step guide on the assembly and configuration of a complete state-of-the-art PC system, including a section on the use of important Windows 98 / ME / 2000 / XP applications and components. Part 3 covers preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance, based in typical current work practice – a major part of the IT practitioner’s work schedule. Updated throughout in line with current technologies, the second edition is also designed to cover the latest specifications of BTEC National and City and Guilds e-Quals (400 and 500) courses, and the A+ certification, in addition to meeting the needs of the general PC user.

Table of Contents:
Preface. PC HARDWARE TECHNOLOGY: The PC defined: Introduction to digital computers. Making use of computers. Five stage computer model. CPU. Computer types. The IBM-PC (a mini-history of its development). The PC systems. Self-assessment questions. The system unit: The system-unit: PSU. The motherboard – a closer look: The chipset; CPU; Real-time clock; The system (BIOS) ROM; RAM; Cache memory; Serial data transmission; The Centronics parallel port standard; The system buses; Interrupts; Direct Memory Access (DMA); The OS. Compact disc drives. Self-assessment questions. Peripherals: Input peripherals. Output peripherals. Printer types and characteristics. Paper feed methods. Printer input output and control. Character sets. Installing and testing a printer in windows. Scanners. Modems. Digital cameras. Video and sound systems. VDU types and characteristics. Monochrome CRT monitor system. Colour CRT monitor system. Picture elements. Additive colour mixing. Types of video signal. Video cards. Direct X. Installation and adjustment. Fault finding using standard colours bars. Flat panel displays. Glossary of terms used on modern graphics cards. Sound cards. The keyboard. The mouse. Self-assessment questions. Networks: Communication fundamentals. Modulation methods. Computer networks. Installing your own windows network. Installing a network using Windows XP. Making RJ-45 UTP flyleads. Making thinnet RG-58 coaxial leads. ASSEMBLING, CONFIGURING AND UPGRADING: Building a complete PC system: Handling and transporting equipment. Assembling a complete PC system. Installing Windows XP Home Edition. Windows XP registration and activation. Installing Windows 98 on a new PC. Upgrading from Windows 95. Installing Windows 98 on an existing Windows 98 system. Upgrading to Windows 98 from Windows 3.X. Installing Windows 2000. Windows 95/98/ME/XP architecture. Windows 2000/XP architecture. SYSTEMS SUPPORT: Routine maintenance and troubleshooting: Troubleshooting. POST. Repairing motherboards. ROM BIOS. CMOS setup. PnP. Installing devices in Windows. Windows 95/98 registry. Diagnosing faults. Finding faults by visual inspection. Specific troubleshooting guide (Windows 95/98/2000 systems). Windows 98 specific problems. Windows 98 general troubleshooting. General fault finding in Windows 98. Self-assessment questions. Health and safety: Computers and safe working practices. A brief introduction to the Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974. The European Safety Signs Directive. Self-assessment questions. Appendix A: Glossary. Index.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9780750660747
  • Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
  • Publisher Imprint: Newnes (an imprint of Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd )
  • Depth: 29
  • Height: 264 mm
  • No of Pages: 472
  • Series Title: English
  • Weight: 1014 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0750660740
  • Publisher Date: 02 Oct 2003
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Edition: New edition
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 26 mm
  • Width: 195 mm


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