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For this assignment, it is required to document the tear-down of the given desktop.
- Document the installation of the power supply.
- Document the installation of the motherboard and CPU (use thermal paste). Make sure that you take lots of pictures when you are reconnecting cables/power connectors. Locate the manual for the type of motherboard that you have and add a link to it on this page.
- Document the installation of memory.
- When you have finished installing and connecting everything, you will start up your machine and call me over to confirm that everything powers up and that your processor is not running hot.
- INSTALLATION OF DVD-DRIVE
- INSTALLATION OF SSD HARD DRIVE
- CONNECT PC & BOOT UP PC
- ENTERING BIOS & SETUP BOOT ORDER
- FINALIZE & SHUTDOWN PC
In this lab, you will complete the desktop rebuild:
- Reconnect all remaining parts (if any) on the motherboard.
- Secure the SSD drive into a bay.
- Zip-tie any loose power cables.
- Close up the case.
- Connect all external devices and cables.
- Restart your machine and make sure that everything is working properly (check the BIOS/UEFI).
You will be installing Windows 10 on your computer. Before installing Windows 10, verify that your system qualifies (How?).
- Each group will be given a Win10 USB portable flash drive.
- Insert the USB and make it the first boot option (from BIOS/UEFI).
- Format the SSD during the installation.
- Take pictures of all the steps you will be going through and document your work as a subpage (Lab 5) on your website.
- When you have finished installing:
- Verify that your computer has a network access.
- Install updates.
- Verify anti-malware settings.
- Set up user account.
For this lab, teams are asked to build two network cables :
Each person in the group will attempt to build one of the two varieties; the other person will be taking pictures.
It is required from you to create your own how-to (and document it in a subpage in your website); do not copy what's done in the linked page!!!
When you have completed a build, bring it up to me and I will confirm that it is built correctly.
Once both cables have been checked, you can go work on your subpage for your website.
- 1) A straight-through, and,
- 2) A cross-over.
Each person in the group will attempt to build one of the two varieties; the other person will be taking pictures.
It is required from you to create your own how-to (and document it in a subpage in your website); do not copy what's done in the linked page!!!
When you have completed a build, bring it up to me and I will confirm that it is built correctly.
Once both cables have been checked, you can go work on your subpage for your website.
Installing Ubuntu Linux on VM
Linux is a common operating system that is used to run servers and some other applications. In this lab, you are required to install the Linux on your computer. A good way to try a new operating system is to install it in a virtual machine (VM). Hence, you are going to:
1. Install a virtualization software (VirtualBox or VMWare Workstation Player),
2. Create a VM and use it to install a Linux distribution (Ubuntu), and,
3. Practice running a Linux shell and execute some different Linux commands (take photos). In particular, show the purpose of and demonstrate an example for each of the commands below:
Build a Lab 7 page showing the above 3 tasks where each task is in a separate subpage (i.e., the main lab page includes 3 subpages).
Linux is a common operating system that is used to run servers and some other applications. In this lab, you are required to install the Linux on your computer. A good way to try a new operating system is to install it in a virtual machine (VM). Hence, you are going to:
1. Install a virtualization software (VirtualBox or VMWare Workstation Player),
2. Create a VM and use it to install a Linux distribution (Ubuntu), and,
3. Practice running a Linux shell and execute some different Linux commands (take photos). In particular, show the purpose of and demonstrate an example for each of the commands below:
- a. ls, cd, pwd, mkdir, rmdir, mv, cp, whoami, passwd, su, sudo.
Build a Lab 7 page showing the above 3 tasks where each task is in a separate subpage (i.e., the main lab page includes 3 subpages).
- A. Matching a Processor to a Motherboard and Socket
You are designing a desktop system, and your friend has offered to sell you their unused Core i5-10600K processor at a reduced price. Research the processor and possible motherboards that will support it and answer the following questions:
- B. Using Memory Scanning Software
A great shortcut to research a memory upgrade is an online memory scanner. Follow these directions to use three free products to scan your system and report information about it. (As you work, be careful not to download extra software advertised on these sites.)
- C. Identifying the Intel Chipset and Processor on Your Computer
Intel offers two utilities you can download and run to identify an installed Intel processor or chipset. Do the following to use the utilities:
- D. Researching the Intel ARK Database
Intel provides an extensive database of all its processors, chipsets, motherboards, and other products at: ark.intel.com. Research the database and answer these questions:
- E. Examining Motherboard Documentation
Using the motherboard brand and model installed in your computer, download the user guide from the motherboard manufacturer website and answer these questions:
Basic Network Utilities
In Lab 9 webpage, explain the different utilities that you learned and provide screenshots of the results that you obtained from executing the exercises.
In Lab 9 webpage, explain the different utilities that you learned and provide screenshots of the results that you obtained from executing the exercises.
- Exercise 1: Use the ipconfig /all command to obtain the network interface configuration of your computer. Explain as many fields as you can.
- Exercise 2: Experiment with ping to find the round-trip times to a variety of destinations.
- Exercise 3: Use traceroute to trace the route from your computer to www.google.com and to www.nwpolytech.ca. Explain the difference in the results.
- Exercise 4: To practice your skills using subnet masks, fill in the table below. First, convert decimal values to binary, and then record your decisions in the last
- Exercise 5: Using your computer that is connected to the network, answer some questions.
PART 2: RESEARCHING A NETWORK UPGRADE
An IT support technician is often called on to research equipment to maintain or improve a computer or network and make recommendations for purchase. Suppose you are asked to upgrade a small network that consists of one switch and four computers from 100BaseT to Gigabit Ethernet. The switch connects to a router that already supports Gigabit Ethernet. Do the following to price the hardware needed for this upgrade.
PART 3: EXPLORING IFIXIT.COM FOR COST OF REPAIR
A friend just dropped their iPhone 14 Pro and broke the screen. They have asked you to help them decide how much they should pay for the repair and if you are willing to do it.
An IT support technician is often called on to research equipment to maintain or improve a computer or network and make recommendations for purchase. Suppose you are asked to upgrade a small network that consists of one switch and four computers from 100BaseT to Gigabit Ethernet. The switch connects to a router that already supports Gigabit Ethernet. Do the following to price the hardware needed for this upgrade.
PART 3: EXPLORING IFIXIT.COM FOR COST OF REPAIR
A friend just dropped their iPhone 14 Pro and broke the screen. They have asked you to help them decide how much they should pay for the repair and if you are willing to do it.
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