Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region III – Central Luzon
Schools Division of Bataan
Oran National High School – Main
Sitio Kawayan Tugatog, Orani, Bataan

Technology and Livelihood Education

Computer Hardware Servicing Grade 9
Quarter 2 MODULE 2 (For 2 Weeks)

NOTE: Use your lecture notebook as your answer sheets. Notebook will be submitted
together with the module after the students accomplished this lesson for one week.
Do not write anything in this module, all your answers must be written in the lecture
notebook.

*Most Essential Learning Competencies:

1. Install computer systems, networking devices and peripherals in accordance with job
requirements

Objectives: At the end of the lesson ,85% of the students will be able to
a) Familiarize with the installation of hardware components and other peripherals.
b) Familiarize with the disassembly and assembly of personal computer.

WHAT DO YOU ALREADY KNOW?

1. What is hardware components of computer?

2. What is software components of computer?

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW?

Read the Information Sheet 2.2 to 2.3 very well then find how much you can remember
and how much you learned by doing Self Check 2.2 Then copy all the information sheets 2.2 to 2.3
in your lecture notebook.

( Information Sheet 2.2)

INSTALLATION OF HARDWARE COMPONENTS AND OTHER PERIPHERALS

One of the basic skills that you must acquire in computer hardware servicing is to
independently assemble and disassemble a personal computer or simply setting up a PC.
After familiarizing with all the tools, devices, peripherals and safety precautions I believe
that you are now ready to gain another experience in CHS by going through this lesson.
Personal Computer Disassembly

Before starting computer disassembly, make sure you have the tools you need and
they're all close by and handy and be sure to have a container to keep the screws in so you
have them when you want to put things back together.

Step 1. Unplugging - The first thing you do is to unplug every cable that is plugged in to
your computer. That includes the cables such as Power, USB, Mouse, Keyboard, Internet,
Ethernet, Modem, AM\FM Antenna, Cable TV, etc. Just unplug all the cables for safety
purposes. Now that your computer is fully unplugged, move your PC to a clean work space.

Step 2. Opening the Outer Shell/Case- First, unscrew the four screws at the back of the
computer. On most computer cases, there will be large knobs that you can unscrew by
hand or by screw driver on the back-right side of the computer. The left side has small
screws because on that side you can't access much on the inside.

Once the screws are removed, you can remove the side panels. On most computers,
they just slide off. Start with the left side panel (the side that once had the knobs), slide it
towards the back of the computer. Now you can remove the left panel. Just like the other
side, slide it towards the back of the computer .

NOTICE: If you are working on a carpet, about every five minutes touch something that is
grounded (Sink faucet / pipe, wire coming from the ground part of a wall outlet). This is
done so you do not shock your motherboard or other parts.

Step 3. Removing the System Fan - First, unplug the fan from the motherboard. You can
find the plug by following the wire from the fan. It should be labeled "SYS_FAN1". Next,
you will have to unscrew the fan from the outside. You should now be able to lift the fan
out of the PC.

Step 4. Removing the CPU Fan- The CPU fan is located right on top of the CPU heat sink,
which is a large piece of metal with fins on the top. The CPU fan plugs into the
motherboard in an awkward place that is hard to access. But just follow the wires and you
should easily find it. It is labeled "CPU FAN1". To remove the fan from the heat sink,
remove the four screws securing it in place.

Step 5. Power Supply - The first thing to do is unplug every wire coming from the power
supply. You must disconnect the motherboard (very large connector/plug), CD/DVD
drive(s) power, internal hard drive power and portable hard drive slot power.

Once everything is unplugged, unscrew the four screws holding the power supply in place,
on the back of the computer. Next, push the power supply from the outside, and then lift it
out.

Step 6. CD/ DVD Drive(s)-First, unplug the ribbon from the back of the drive. Once that is
completed, pull on the tab securing the drive in place, then push it out from the inside.

Step 7. Hard Drive - First, unplug the connector at the back of the slot, and unplug the
other end from the motherboard. Also unplug the SATA cable from the motherboard and
the hard drive. The portable hard drive slot is secured the same way the CD/DVD drive is,
with a tab. Pull on the tab, then slide the slot out.

To remove the hard drive from the side of the slot, unscrew the four screws securing it in
place. You must be very careful not to drop the hard drive, since it is very delicate!

Step 8. Memory (RAM) - To remove the RAM, push down on both tabs holding the RAM in
place, which are located at both ends of the RAM.

Step 9. Motherboard - The motherboard has seven screws holding it to the frame, which
are indicated by large white circles around them. Remove them and then lift the
motherboard out of the frame.

( Information Sheet 2.3)

Personal Computer Assembly

Now that you have the skills in disassembling a personal computer, Ibelieve that you are
ready to take another step of this module which is assembling a personal computer. All you
need to do is to follow the step by step procedures provided in this module.

Step 1. Prepare your workplace

1. Take Inventory: Before you start, take an inventory of your parts. Do not begin
assembling your computer if you don't have everything you need. Begin the step-by-step
process once you are ready with everything you need.

2. Make Space, Make Time: Building a PC takes up space - about a dining room table
worth. So make sure you have plenty of working room and a few hours to proceed with
minimal interruption. Work on a flat, stable table top surface, or bare floor, where you have
room to layout all of the items.

3. Prepare Grounding Protection: Use an inexpensive antistatic wrist strap. Make sure you
are wearing your antistatic wrist strap correctly (it does you no good at all if you do not
wear it!), and you are ready to proceed.

4. Have the Drivers Ready: Assuming you have another internet connected PC, download
the latest drivers from the vendors' websites for each component you will be installing.
Sometimes drivers are updated between the time the component was manufactured and
the time you are installing it. It is always best to have the latest. Copy them to a CD for
easy access.

Step 2. Prepare the Motherboard

1. Great care should be taken when installing the motherboard. First, take the board out of
its packaging and put it on top of the antistatic bag it came in. Remember, you always
want to safeguard your components from potentially hazardous static electricity (wear your
strap).
2. Before you secure the motherboard onto the PC case/chassis, inspect it carefully for any
visible defects.

3. Next, review the motherboard manual, to make sure you are familiar with the
motherboard layout and understand which socket is which. Manuals are extremely helpful,
usually easy to read, and include illustrations. Below you can find instructions on how to
install the processor, the heat sink and the memory modules on the motherboard. You
should not place the motherboard in the computer case until you are told to do so.
Step 3. Install the CPU

1. Use the unlocking mechanism to open the CPU socket which is usually a lever.

2. Carefully line up the pins and place the chip in its socket; it will fit only when oriented
the proper way. An arrow or a missing pin on one corner of the chip will show you how to
line things up.

3. Align Triangular CPU and socket key marks.

4. Lower the lever to lock the CPU into place.

Step 4. Install the CPU Heat Sink

1. Follow the manufacturer's directions to install the heat sink and the fan that will cool the
processor. If you bought an OEM CPU and a separate heat sink, you may need to spread a
thin layer of the thermal grease that came with the heat sink over the chip to ensure
proper transfer of heat (some heat sinks come with this grease already applied).

2. Attach the clip that holds the heat sink in place keeping in mind that it may require a fair
amount of force. Again, follow the instructions that came with the heat sink. They will show
you how to fit it correctly. If you are in doubt, you can visit the manufacturer's website for
more information.

3. Plug the CPU fan's power connector into the proper connector on the motherboard.

Step 5. Install Memory (RAM Modules) In order to install the memory modules, insert them
into the proper sockets and push down firmly but evenly until the clips on both sides of the
socket pop into place. If your motherboard supports dualchannel memory, consult the user
manual to determine which pairs of RAM sockets you should use. The motherboard and the
CPU are the brain and nerve center of your PC, so selecting these components is the most
important decision you'll make.

Step 6. Place the motherboard into the case

1. Some PC cases have a removable motherboard tray. If yours does, remove the screws
holding it in place and pull it out of the case.

2. Note the pattern of the holes in your motherboard (Figure 50), and screw brass
standoffs into the motherboard tray or into the PC case in the correct locations (ALWAYS
check the manual and follow their instructions to the letter).
3. Check the layout of the sockets on the motherboard, and confirm that the ports on your
motherboard's back panel match the holes on the case's Input/Output (I/O) shield that is
installed in your case. If necessary, remove the old I/O shield by tapping it firmly a few
times with the butt-end of a screwdriver, and then replace it with the shield that came with
the new motherboard.

4. Carefully position the motherboard on top of the brass standoffs, line up all the holes,
and use the screws that accompanied the case to fasten down the motherboard. If you are
using a removable tray in your system, slide the tray and motherboard back into the case
and then secure the tray.

Step 7. Connect the Power Supply Making the proper connections is crucial to successfully
assembling your PC system. Fortunately, manufacturers provide color-coded power cables
and unique connector shapes to make the job easy.

1. First, plug the large ATX power connector from your power supply into the matching port
on your motherboard. Look Figure X for details.

2. Locate the smaller, square processor power connector (you cannot miss it - it is the one
sprouting the yellow and black wires) and attach it to the motherboard.

Note: your connector is usually located near the processor. As always, refer to your
motherboard's manual for the exact locations.

3. Use your motherboard user manual and find the description about front-panel
connectors.

NOTE: You are going to be doing work that requires attention to detail and can be quite
frustrating if you do not go into it with the right attitude.

4. Attach each of the tiny leads from the power and reset switches , the harddisk activity
lights, the PC speaker, and any front-panel USB and FireWire ports to the corresponding
pin on your motherboard. The needle-nose pliers are useful for manipulating small pieces.

Step 8. Install Graphics / Video Cards

1. Begin by removing the backplane cover from the AGP or PCI Express X16 slot (the metal
piece where the monitor connector will emerge)

2. Install the graphics board in that slot, and then secure the card with a screw.

Step 9. Install Internal Drives Now it is time to install your drives. This is an easy process,
but it requires attention to detail.

1. Make any necessary changes to jumpers on the drives before mounting them in the
case. A two-drive system (one or two SATA (Serial ATA- is a standard hardware interface
for connecting hard drives and CD/DVD drives to a computer) hard drives, plus one parallel
ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) optical drive, for example) is easy to set up; the
SATA drives are jumper less, and the optical drive can be set as master on its own parallel
ATA channel. Many cases have removable drive rails or cages to house drives.

2. Use the included screws to attach your drives to the rails or cage, and slide them into
the case. For externally accessible drives such as a DVD recorder, you can save time by
installing one drive rail and sliding the drive in for a test fitting to make sure that its front is
flush with the case.

3. When the drives are installed, connect power and data cables to each one. Parallel ATA
drives use wide, flat data cables that can be installed only in the correct way. Floppy drives
use a similar but smaller cable; SATA drives use a thin, 1cm-wide data cable. SATA drives
use a new type of power connector that many power supplies don't come with. Fortunately,
many motherboards ship with adapters for converting a standard four-pin power connector
to a SATA power connector.

Step 10. Install the Add- in Cards

1. For each add-in card, you must choose a free PCI slot.

2. Remove its backplane cover to allow access from the rear of the case.

3. Carefully position the card above the slot, and press down firmly to seat the card.

4. Secure the card with a screw.

Many motherboards have additional sound connectors or ports housed on small add-
in boards. Some of these plug into slots on the motherboard; others screw into the back of
the case in place of slot covers. Usually the additional ports are not essential to your PC's
operation. For example, if you install a sound card, you do not need connectors to the
motherboard's built-in sound chip. Check your motherboard manual to determine what
each of these boards does.

HOW MUCH HAVE YOU LEARNED?

SELF – CHECK 2.1

Rearrange the Procedures Direction: Rearrange the following procedures in their

proper order. Use numbers to indicate their order of precedence. The first number is done
for you.

A. Personal Computer Disassembly

__7_1. Detaching the Hard Drive

____2. Detaching the power supply
____3. Opening the outer shell / case
____4. Pull Out the Motherboard
____5. Removing the CD / DVD Drives
____6. Removing the CPU fan
 ____7. Removing the system fan
____8. Unplugging all the cables and wires
B. Personal Computer Assembly

__7_1. Connect the Power Supply

____2. Install Graphics / Video Cards
____3. Install Internal Drives
____4. Install Memory (RAM Modules)
____5. Install the Add- in Cards
____6. Install the CPU
____7. Install the CPU Heat Sink
____8. Place the motherboard into the case
____9. Prepare the Motherboard
____10. Prepare your workplace

HOW DO YOU EXTEND YOUR LEARNING?

Performance Test Direction: Follow and perform the given procedures on Activity A, B and
C. Safety precautions must be observed when working. You will be rated in accordance with the
rubrics provided after the activity:
A. PC Disassembly
 B. Personal Computer Assembly

HOW DO YOU APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED ?

Activity Sheet 2.2
Make a portfolio of your documentation on the steps by steps procedure of disassembly
and assembly of personal computer.

HOW WELL DID YOU PERFORM?

Find out by accomplishing the scoring rubrics honestly and sincerely.

Remember it is your learning at stake!

Activity 2.1

CRITERIAS SCORE
Attach 100% of the pictures 100
Attach 90% of the pictures 95
Attach 85% of the pictures 90
Attach 80% of the pictures 85
Attach 75% of the pictures 80

References: 1. TLE- Computer Hardware Servicing Module for Grade 9

Prepared by: MAYBEL B. CEREZO

TLE CHS Teacher

Checked by:
ANTONIO B. VENEGAS ARLENE M. MATILDE
TLE – SSHT III School Principal I