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Computer Systems Servicing 10

Installing and Configuring Computer Systems (ICCS)
Quarter 2 - Week 1 Module

Romeo T. Navarro Jr.

Writer
Maureen S. Saligumba,
Validators

Quality Assurance Chair

Schools Division Office – Muntinlupa City

Student Center for Life Skills Bldg., Centennial Ave., Brgy. Tunasan, Muntinlupa City
(02) 8805-9935 / (02) 8805-9940
At the end of the module, you should be able to:

1. identify and configure a system unit;

2. set the computer system properly and;

3. assemble and disassemble computer hardware in accordance with established

OHS policy, procedures and system requirements.

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Directions: Write your answers on the space provided before the number. Use
CAPITAL letter for your answer. (10 pts)

______ 1. It helps bring cool air into and blow hot air out of the case.
A. CPU C. system fan
B. chasis D. hard disk drive
______ 2. It allows information to be stored and retrieved randomly.
A. CPU C. PSU
B. HDD D. RAM

______ 3. What componet allocates power and allows communication to the CPU,
RAM, and all other computer hardware components?
A. chasis C. motherboard
B. CPU D. SATA

______ 4. What housing that helps protect and organize all the components that
make up a desktop computer?
A. chasis C. system fan
B. video card D. power supply unit

______ 5. What hardware in the computer that deals with processing images and
video, along with some of the tasks normally handled by the CPU?
A. HDD C. CPU cooler
B. video card D. optical disk drive

______ 6. It is a device that means to keep a hot component, such as a processor,

cooled down.
A. system fan C. CPU cooler
B. motherborad D. power supply unit

______ 7. It handles all instructions it receives from hardware and software

running on the computer.
A. CPU C. PSU
B. ODD D. SATA

______ 8. It supplies all components in a computer with power.

A. HDD C. PSU
B. ODD D. SATA

______ 9. What cable transmit data to and from the rest of the computer?
A. HDD C. PSU
B. ODD D. SATA

______ 10. It is a non-volatile memory that permanently stores and retrieves data?
A. CPU C. PSU
B. HDD D. RAM

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Directions: Identify the Tools, Testing Devices and Materials in each of the following
items. Write your answer on the space provided before the number. (10 pts)

______ 1. It is used to hold screws, jumpers, fasteners, and other small parts and
prevents them from getting mixed together.

______ 2. A diagnostic tool that is used to test the integrity of circuits and the
quality of electricity in computer components.

______ 3. It provides ESD protection to devices. It works by guiding the static

electricity to the earth ground.

______ 4. It is a device that helps to prevent the buildup of static electricity near
sensitive computer electronics.

______ 5. Used to see the POST (power on self-test) codes that the BIOS
commands the motherboard to perform.

______ 6. It is used for generating flow of air at substantial pressure to blow away
dust and debris.

______ 7. A tool that can be used by hand and does not require any motor or
electrical power.

______ 8. A small electric light which gets its power from batteries and which you
can carry in your hand.

______ 9. It allows you to test individual leads among a possibly hundreds in a

cable trunk, without having to either strip or connect the remote end.

______ 10. A hand tool that is used for picking up or manipulating objects too
small to be easily handled with the human fingers.

Installing and Configuring Computer Systems (ICCS), This unit covers the
outcomes required in installing and configuring desktop and workstation computers
systems. Where in you will learn the skills to assemble a computer hardware, install
operating system and drivers for peripherals/devices, and install application
software as well as to conduct testing and documentation.

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In this module, you as a Grade 10 learner will have a first-hand experience in
educational activities leading to assessment of the core competencies that makes up
the Computer System Servicing NCII (CSS NCII). In which you will develop & enhance
the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of an Information Technology (IT) Specialist in
accordance with industry standards.

ASSEMBLING A DESKTOP PC

This set of instructions will help you assemble a basic computer encountered by a
casual user. After you have all of the parts and materials needed, it will take between
30 minutes to an hour to assemble and POST (Power-on self-test) your computer.
One of the requirements to be able to accomplish this task is for you to be able to
use simple hand tools.

Step 1: Prepare Your Workplace

Step 1.1: Take Inventory

Take an inventory of your parts. Do not begin assembling your computer if

you don't have everything you need.

Step 1.2: Gather Tools and Supplies

Phillips Head ScrewdriverSmall Flashlight, ESD Wrist Strap and Mat,

Magnetic Parts Tray, and Pliers

Step 2: Prepare the Mainboard (motherboard).

Step 3: Mount the CPU in the socket of the motherboard and Apply a pea size
thermal paste on the CPU to get better heat conduction with the CPU cooler.

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Step 4: Connect the CPU cooler to the
Motherboard.

Step 5: Attach the RAM (memory) modules in

the corresponding slots.

Step 6: Open the case and mount the power

supply.

Step 7: Attach the back plate and screw

brass standoffs to the case and check the
Motherboard mounting positions.

Step 8: Suitably position the Motherboard in

the case and screw it to place.

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Step 10: Install the system fans for intakes and exhaust. In the second image you’ll
see two sample of airflow inside the system unit.

Step 11: Connect the 20 or 24 pin ATX

connector and the 4-pin or 8-pin power
supply connectors to the motherboard.

Step 12: Mount the Hard Disk and Optical

Disk Drive, then connect it to the power
supply and SATA connector. And connect the
SATA connectors to the Motherboard.

Step 13: Attach each of the tiny leads from

the power and reset switches, the hard disk
activity lights, and front-panel USB ports to
the corresponding pin on your motherboard.

Step 14: For Gaming PC and Workstations:

Install the graphics card to the top most PCIe
x16 slot.

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Step 15: Finally, manage the cable and cover the case.

Directions: Below are some parts of the system unit. Identify and arrange them
based on their location on the image. Then, illustrate and give its function. (30 pts)

Title: LO1.3 System Unit Parts

Plate No.: 4 Q1

• Chassis • PSU
• CPU • RAM
• CPU Cooler • Serial ATA
• Hard Disk Drive • System Fan
• Motherboard • Video Card
• Optical Disc Drive

Image 1.21 System Unit

In the early 80s the whole System Unit are called CPUs and remained that way until
the late 90s. Due to the fact that the original Intel 80486 systems had non removable
CPUs, so they referred to the whole unit as the CPU. When the personal computer
became popular, they change it into System Unit.

A cheap PSU from a no-name manufacturer can result in a house fire. This is not
hyperbole or exaggeration- bad PSUs aren’t just bad for your system, they could be
life-threatening. Always buy a high-quality PSU from a trusted brand (like Corsair,
EVGA or SeaSonic) before installing it into your PC.

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TASK SHEET LO1.3: Flowchart

Direction: Create a flowchart on how to disassemble a system unit. You can also
put some tips or tricks for an organized and safe disassembling. And don’t forget to
be creative in creting it.

Title: LO1.3 Flowchart for Disassembling a System Unit

Plate No.: 5 Q1

Directions: Write your answers on the space provided before the number. Use
CAPITAL letter for your answer. (10 pts)

1. What is a flat surface device that safeguards an individual or piece of

equipment like a PC from an ESD?
A. anti-static mat C. multimeter
B. lint free cloth D. tweezers

2. It helps bring cool air into and blow hot air out of the case.
A. CPU C. system fan
B. chasis D. hard disk drive

3. What cable transmit data to and from the rest of the computer?
A. HDD C. PSU
B. ODD D. SATA

4. It aims to protect the health, safety and welfare of all people at the
workplace. What legislation, policies and procedures it refers too?
A. CSS policy C. PPE policy
B. OHS policy D. ICCS policy

5. What hardware in the computer that deals with processing images and
video, along with some of the tasks normally handled by the CPU?
A. HDD C. CPU cooler
B. video card D. optical disk driv

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 6. It handles all instructions it receives from hardware and software
running on the computer.
A. CPU C. PSU
B. ODD D. SATA

7. It supplies all components in a computer with power.

A. HDD C. PSU
B. ODD D. SATA

8. It allows information to be stored and retrieved randomly.

A. CPU C. PSU
B. HDD D. RAM

9. What will you apply on the CPU to get better heat conduction with the
CPU cooler
A. none C. tooth paste
B. glue D. thermal paste

10. What housing that helps protect and organize all the components that
make up a desktop computer?
A. chasis C. system fan
B. video card D. power supply unit

REFERENCES

DepEd. (n.d.). Information and Communications Technology – Computer Systems Servicing

(NC II) Curriculum Guide.

H&D INFOrmation TECHnology, Inc. (n.d.). Computer Hardware Servicing - Exploratory

Module.

United Christian Academy - Computer System Servicing CSS Core Module 2017

Bitwit. (2017, May 23) How to Build a PC! Step-by-step [Video file]. Retrieved from
https://youtu.be/IhX0fOUYd8

B 10. A 10. TWEEZERS 10.

D 9. D 9. TONER PROBE 9.
C 8. D 8. FLASHLIGHT 8.
A 7. C 7. HAND TOOLS 7.
C 6. A 6. AIR BLOWER 6.
B 5. B 5. PCI DIAGNOSTIC CARD 5.
A 4. B 4. ANTI-STATIC WRIST STRAP 4.
C 3. D 3. ESD TOOLS 3.
D 2. C 2. MULTIMETER 2.
C 1. A 1. PART ORGANIZER 1.

PreTest Post Test Looking Back

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