Chapter 3 - Computer Assembly, Step-by-Step

Assembling computers is a large part of a technician's job. As a technician, you will need to work in a logical, methodical manner when working with computer components. As with any learned trade, computer assembly skills will improve dramatically with practice.

After completing this chapter, you will meet these objectives:

• • Open the case.

  • Install the power supply.

  • Attach the components to the motherboard and install the motherboard.

  • Install internal drives.

  • Install drives in external bays.

  • Install adapter cards.

  • Connect all internal cables.

  • Re-attach the side panels and connect external cables to the computer.

  • Boot the computer for the first time.

Additional Resources

3D Computer Components (3Dtoad.com)

How to Assemble a Desktop PC

Computer Assembly Tutorial (video)

Chapter 3 Review Practice Quiz (ProProfs)

Assignment

Chapter 3 Study Guide

* You can find the Virtual Desktop activity in the Teacher Hand-Out Folder *

Click on MyComputer, Teacher Hand-In, Hand-Out Folders:

• 1. Hamlin

  2. Hand Out

  3. ICT CIS

  4. Virtual Desktop

  5. index.html