Tools For Hardware Servicing

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Different Tools Used in Computer Hardware Servicing

1. Anti-static Wrist Strap- designed to safely ground operators working with


ESD sensitive components, preventing a build-up of static electricity.

2. Anti-static Mat - helps to prevent the buildup of static electricity near


sensitive electronics or other projects where static charge could damage
electronics or cause safety issues.

3. Flat-head Screwdriver - used to loosen or tighten slotted screws.

4. Hex Driver – sometimes called a nut driver, is used to tighten nuts in the
same way that a screwdriver tightens screws.

5. Needle Nose Pliers - used to hold small parts.

6. Philips Head Screwdriver – used to loosen or tighten cross-head screws.

7. Torx Screwdriver - used to loosen or tighten screws that have a star-like


depression on the top, a feature that is mainly found on laptop.
8. Wire Cutter - used to strip and cut wires.

9. Tweezers - used to manipulate small parts.

10. Part Retriever - used to retrieve parts from location that is too small for your
hand to fit.

11. Flashlight - used to light up areas that you cannot see well.

12. Lint-Free Cloth - used to clean different computer components without


scratching or leaving debris.

13. Compressed Air - used to blow away dust and debris from different computer
parts without touching the components.

14. Cable Ties - used to bundle cables neatly inside and outside of a computer.
15. Multimeter – used to test the integrity of circuits and the quality of electricity
in computer components.

16. Loopback Adapter - used to test the functionality of computer ports.

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