Computer System

SENIOR
Servicing HIGH
SCHOOL
Grade 12
Obtain System Tools, Module
needed for correct 4
operation and safety Quarter 3
Introductory Message

For the facilitator:

Welcome to the Computer System Servicing Grade 12 Module on Obtain System

Tools, needed for correct operation and safety !

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators from
Schools Division Office of Pasig City headed by its Officer-In-Charge Schools Division
Superintendent, Ma. Evalou Concepcion A. Agustin in partnership with the Local
Government of Pasig through its mayor, Honorable Victor Ma. Regis N. Sotto.
The writers utilized the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum using the Most
Essential Learning Competencies (MELC) while overcoming their personal, social, and
economic constraints in schooling.

This learning material hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent
learning activities at their own pace and time. Further, this also aims to help learners
acquire the needed 21st century skills especially the 5 Cs namely: Communication,
Collaboration, Creativity, Critical Thinking and Character while taking into
consideration their needs and circumstances.

In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the body of
the module:

Notes to the Teacher

This contains helpful tips or strategies that
will help you in guiding the learners.

As a facilitator you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module. You
also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them to manage their
own learning. Moreover, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners as they
do the tasks included in the module.

For the learner:

Welcome to the Computer System Servicing Grade 12 Module on Obtain System

Tools, needed for correct operation and safety !

The hand is one of the most symbolized part of the human body. It is often used to
depict skill, action and purpose. Through our hands we may learn, create and
accomplish. Hence, the hand in this learning resource signifies that you as a learner
is capable and empowered to successfully achieve the relevant competencies and skills
at your own pace and time. Your academic success lies in your own hands!

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for
guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be enabled to
process the contents of the learning material while being an active learner.

This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

Expectation - These are what you will be able to know after

completing the lessons in the module

Pre-test - This will measure your prior knowledge and the concepts
to be mastered throughout the lesson.

Recap - This section will measure what learnings and skills that you
understand from the previous lesson.

Lesson- This section will discuss the topic for this module.

Activities - This is a set of activities you will perform.

Wrap Up- This section summarizes the concepts and applications of

the lessons.

Valuing-this part will check the integration of values in the

learning competency.

Post-test - This will measure how much you have learned from the
entire module.
 EXPECTATION

After going through with this module you are expected to;

1. Identify system tool use to monitor network and units to

diagnose operation;
2. Execute system monitoring in performing network and units
maintenance;
3. Apply consistency in using different system tools as part of responsibility
diagnosing and maintaining network.

PRE–TEST

Direction: Identify what type of SYSTEM TOOL you are going to use in performing a
maintenance task. Write the letter that correspond to type of system tool after the
phrase.

A. Event Viewer B. Server Manager C. Device Manager

Performance Monitor

1.Log Summary 5. Performance counters

2. Events from remote computers 6. Registry key values
3. The status of all the logs 7. Scan for new hardware
4. New Data Collector Sets 8. Scan for new hardware

RECAP

Maintenance tool is essential in computer network. To execute a task for hardware

maintenance there are four basic tool types that computer technician should have
these are: ESD tools , Hand tools, Cleaning tools and Diagnostic tools. Each tools have
vital functions and purposes always take care of these tools kits because it is part of
your job to perform a task. You are responsible to keep this tool functioning and ready
to use. As a technician it is part of your job.
In this module, you are going to learn for the other important tools as network
technician and these are software tools that will help you to diagnose, maintain and
anticipate future network problems.

LESSON

Windows Server 2008 R2 is a server operating system developed by Microsoft, which

builds on the enhancements built into Windows Server 2008. The operating system
(OS), which is highly integrated with the client edition of Windows 7, offers
improvements in scalability and availability, as well as power consumption.

The key enhancement in the server OS is hypervisor technology in the form of HyperV.
It affords the ability to deliver virtualized apps and operating systems. Hyper-V can
also be used to build out Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI).

Windows Server 2008 R2 also has enhanced Remote Desktop Services, which allows
corporate management of desktops using virtualization and VDI.

The Diagnostics page in Server Manager consolidates three different consoles into a
convenient location. The three consoles are as follows:

1. Event Viewer
2. Server Manager Performance Monitor
3. Device Manager

1. Event Viewer
The Windows Server 2008 R2 Event Viewer functionality has been improved over the
Windows Server 2003 version. The version in Windows Server 2008 R2 is the version
that released in Windows Vista. The event logs can contain an overwhelming volume
of information, which the new Event Viewer summarizes and drills into very effectively.

Event Viewer in Server 2008 R2

Selecting the Event Viewer folder under Diagnostics shows the Overview and Summary
page. The Summary of Administrative Events section on this page shows a high-level
summary of the administrative events, organized by level:

• Critical
• Error
• Warning
• Information
• Audit Success Audit Failure

The view shows the total number of events in the last hour, 24 hours, 7 days, and the
total. Each of these nodes can be expanded to show the counts of particular event IDs
within each level. Double-clicking on the event ID count shows a detailed list of the
events with the matching event ID. This is very useful for drilling on the specific events
to see when they are occurring.

The Overview and Summary page also has a Log Summary section, which shows a list
of all the various logs on the server. This is important, as there are now over 100
different logs in Windows Server 2008 R2. In addition to the standard system, security,
and application logs, there is a setup log and a forwarded events log. Then there are
the numerous application and services logs, which include logs for each application,
service, and a huge number of diagnostic and debugging logs. For each of the logs, the
Log Summary section shows the log name, current size, maximum size, last
modification, if it is enabled, and what the retention policy for the log is. This allows
the administrator to quickly see the status of all the logs, which would be a daunting
task otherwise.

2. Server Manager Performance Monitor

The Performance monitor is incorporated into Server Manager as well. This diagnostic
tool enables the administrator to monitor the performance of the server in real time,
generate reports, and also save the performance data to logs for analysis.

The top-level folder of the Performance Monitor displays the System Summary. This
gives a comprehensive overview of the memory, network interface, physical disk, and
processor utilization during the past 60 seconds. The System Summary is organized
in a matrix, with a column for each instance of the network interface, disk, and
processor. The information is updated every second. Unfortunately, the pane is a fixed
height, so it is hard to see all the information at once, and excessive scrolling is needed.

The Monitoring Tools contains the Performance Monitor tool. This tool allows you to
monitor the performance of the server in more detail. The Performance Monitor has
not really changed from previous versions of Windows. It allows you to select
performance counters and add them to a graph view for real-time monitoring. The
graph can be configured to be a line graph, a bar graph, or even a simple text report
of the counters being monitored. The monitor shows the last, average, minimum,
maximum, and duration of the windows (1 minute 40 seconds by default).
For longer-term tracking, the Data Collector Sets can be used. Data Collector Sets can
log data from the following data sources:

• Performance counters
• Event traces
• Registry key values
This data can be logged over an extended period of time and then reviewed. The data
collected will also be analyzed and presented in reports that are very useful. There are
two reports defined by default, the System Diagnostics and System Performance. When
roles are added, such as the Active Directory Domain Services role, there might be
additional Data Collector Sets defined. These data sets gather data that is presented
in reports, which is new to Windows Server 2008 R2. There is a new reports folder in
the Performance Monitor where the reports are saved.

To generate data for a Performance Monitor report, execute the following steps:

1.Launch Server Manager.

2.Expand the Diagnostics node.

3.Expand the Performance node.

4.Expand the Data Collector Sets node.

5.Expand the System node and select the System Performance Data Collector Set. Note
that the Data Collector Set includes an NT Kernel trace and performance counters.

6.Right-click on the NT Kernel trace object and select Properties. Note the events that
will be collected. Click Cancel to exit without saving.

7.Right-click on the Performance Counter object and select Properties. Note the
performance counters that will be collected. Click Cancel to exit without saving

8.Right-click on the System Performance Data Collector Set and select Start. The Data
Collector Set will start collecting data.

9.Right-click on the System Performance Data Collector Set and select Latest Report.

10.Select the Open properties for this Data Collector Set and click Finish.

11.Click on the Stop Condition tab.

12.Change the Overall Duration setting to 1 hour.

13.Click OK to save.
 Server 2008 r2 performance monitoring

3.Device Manager
The Device Manager node shows the hardware that is installed on the server. It shows
the hardware grouped by type of device, such as Disk Drives, Display Adapters, and
Network Adapters. Each instance of the device type is listed in a node underneath the
device type.

The Device Manager can be used to update the device drivers of the hardware, to
change settings, and to troubleshoot issues with the hardware. Specifically, you can
perform the following tasks:

• Scan for new hardware

• Identify hardware problems
• Adjust configurations
• View device driver versions
• Update the device drivers
• Roll back device driver upgrades

• Enable or disable hardware

For example, sometimes older video drivers or network card drivers will cause
problems with the system. It is easy to check the Microsoft online driver repository
using Device Manager. To check for an update to the device driver for the network
adapter, follow these steps:

1.Expand the Network Adapters node in Device Manager.

2.Select the network adapter to check.

3.Select Action, Update Driver Software from the menu.

4.Click on Search Automatically for Updated Driver Software.

5.Click on Yes, Always Search Online (Recommended).

6.Install the update if found.

7.Click Close to exit the wizard.

Device Manager – Server 2008 R2

ACTIVITIES
From the types of system tools discussed in this module arrange the
listed procedure in using the 2 three major system tool for diagnosing
and maintaining your server 2008 R2. Number the procedure according to its
sequence.

1.Device Manager
Procedure Sequence
Click Close to exit the wizard.
Install the update if found.
Click on Yes, Always Search Online (Recommended).
Click on Search Automatically for Updated Driver Software.
Select Action, Update Driver Software from the menu.
Select the network adapter to check.
Expand the Network Adapters node in Device Manager.

2. Server Manager Performance Monitor

Procedure Sequence
Click OK to save.
Change the Overall Duration setting to 1 hour.
.Click on the Stop Condition tab.
Select the Open properties for this Data Collector Set and click Finish.
 Right-click on the System Performance Data Collector Set and select Latest
Report.
Right-click on the System Performance Data Collector Set and select Start. The
Data Collector Set will start collecting data.
Right-click on the Performance Counter object and select Properties. Note the
performance counters that will be collected. Click Cancel to exit without saving
Right-click on the NT Kernel trace object and select Properties. Note the events
that will be collected. Click Cancel to exit without saving.
Expand the System node and select the System Performance Data Collector
Set. Note that the Data Collector Set includes an NT Kernel trace and
performance counters.
Expand the Data Collector Sets node.
Expand the Performance node.
Expand the Diagnostics node.
Launch Server Manager.

3. Event Viewer
Procedure Sequence
Either browse to the computer name or type the computer name in the dialog
box to view the Event log on that computer.
Click Start, point to Programs, point to Administrative Tools, and then click
Event Viewer.
Click OK.
In the top of the console tree, right-click Event Viewer (local), and then click
Connect to another computer.

WRAP–UP

Settings and configuration should be recorded as well as passwords

and previous drivers, app updates. All should be properly documented because even
we have system tool to use to monitor and maintain our network. Documentation is
still important. Always run these ready to use tool to avoid third party software to do
it.

Discipline is important in maintaining your work station, Restriction should be tight

to avoid data loss and network disruption.
 VALUING

First Thing First

First Thing First is a principle in seven habit of highly effective people, a book by
Stephen Covey. It is how people prioritized their goal and systematically execute their
works. How this principle can be applied with regards to network settings and
diagnosing. How important documentation is, in maintaining your network.

1.

2.

POST TEST
Direction: Fill in the blank.

In Event Viewer page, enumerate the network events that can be reviewed to
diagnose your network?
1
2
3
4
5
6

In Device Manager page what configuration, updates and diagnosing feature can
be executed?
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
 Computer System
SENIOR
Servicing HIGH
SCHOOL
Grade 12
Testing/Diagnostic tools Module
used in Computer system 5
Servicing Quarter 3
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the Computer System Servicing Grade 12 Module on Testing/Diagnostic

tools used in Computer System Servicing !

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators from

Schools Division Office of Pasig City headed by its Officer-In-Charge Schools Division

Superintendent, Ma. Evalou Concepcion A. Agustin in partnership with the Local

Government of Pasig through its mayor, Honorable Victor Ma. Regis N. Sotto.

The writers utilized the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum using the Most
Essential Learning Competencies (MELC) while overcoming their personal, social, and
economic constraints in schooling.

This learning material hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent
learning activities at their own pace and time. Further, this also aims to help learners
acquire the needed 21st century skills especially the 5 Cs namely: Communication,
Collaboration, Creativity, Critical Thinking and Character while taking into
consideration their needs and circumstances.

In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the body of
the module:

Notes to the Teacher

This contains helpful tips or strategies that
will help you in guiding the learners.

As a facilitator you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module. You
also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them to manage their
own learning. Moreover, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners as they
do the tasks included in the module.

For the learner:

Welcome to the Computer System Servicing Grade 12 Module on Testing/Diagnostic

tools used in Computer System Servicing !

The hand is one of the most symbolized part of the human body. It is often used to
depict skill, action and purpose. Through our hands we may learn, create and
accomplish. Hence, the hand in this learning resource signifies that you as a learner
is capable and empowered to successfully achieve the relevant competencies and skills
at your own pace and time. Your academic success lies in your own hands!

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for
guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be enabled to
process the contents of the learning material while being an active learner.

This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

Expectation - These are what you will be able to know after

completing the lessons in the module

Pre-test - This will measure your prior knowledge and the concepts
to be mastered throughout the lesson.
Recap - This section will measure what learnings and skills that you
understand from the previous lesson.

Lesson- This section will discuss the topic for this module.
Activities - This is a set of activities you will perform.
Wrap Up- This section summarizes the concepts and applications of
the lessons.
Valuing-this part will check the integration of values in the learning
competency.

Post-test - This will measure how much you have learned from the
entire module.

PRE–TEST

Direction: LAN connection and Power supply disruptions are common in

troubleshooting in network maintenance. Identify the phrases given regarding these
two common maintenance problem. Write A power failure and B for LAN problem.

A. Power Failure B. LAN connection disruption

1. Lack of cable raceway that cause 5. fan failure.

crisscrossing of UTP cable
2. Running UTP cable in parallel 6. Improper tagging of UTP cable
with electrical cables affected by
magnetic field
3. Slight static discharges disrupt 7. spontaneous rebooting or
system operation. intermittent lockups during
normal operation.
 4. Hard disk and fan simultaneously 8. Network discovery to allow the
failing to spin computer to find other network
computers

RECAP

In the last two module we have learned the two types of diagnostic and
maintenance tools, the hardware tools and system tools. Hardware tools are physical
tools we use to troubleshoot or repair our physical computers while the system tools
are intangible in nature which we use to monitor or detect disruption in our networked
computers.

We can also include some third party application that can help us to maintain our
computer in updating, uninstalling, and detecting viruses.

In this module we will elaborate important testing tool that can be consider vital in
network repair and troubleshooting. As CSS technician works with electricity it is
important to know these electrical tool to prevent hazard in your workplace.

LESSON

Before we begin, lets us have a quick look on basic electricity. Electricity, simply put,
is the flow of electric current along a conductor. This electric current takes the form of
free electrons that transfer from one atom to the next. Thus, the more free electrons a
material has, the better it conducts. There are three primary electrical parameters: the
volt, the ampere and the ohm.

1. The Volt- The pressure that is put on free electrons that causes them to flow is
known as electromotive force (EMF). The volt is the unit of pressure, i.e., the
volt is the amount of electromotive force required to push a current of one
ampere through a conductor with a resistance of one ohm.
2. The Ampere - The ampere defines the flow rate of electric current. For instance,
when one coulomb (or 6 x 1018 electrons) flows past a given point on a
conductor in one second, it is defined as a current of one ampere.
3. The Ohm -The ohm is the unit of resistance in a conductor. Three things
determine the amount of resistance in a conductor: its size, its material, e.g.,
copper or aluminum, and its temperature. A conductor’s resistance increases
as its length increases or diameter decreases. The more conductive the materials
used, the lower the conductor resistance becomes. Conversely, a rise in
temperature will generally increase resistance in a conductor.
 Ohm’s Law

Ohm’s Law defines the correlation between electric current (I), voltage (V), and
resistance (R) in a conductor.

Ohm’s Law can be expressed as: V = I × R

Where: V = volts, I = amps, R = ohms

A MULTI TESTER – Use to measure AC and DC current

The most basic things we measure are voltage and current. A multimeter is also great
for some basic sanity checks and troubleshooting. Is your circuit not working? Does
the switch work? Put a meter on it! The multimeter is your first defense when
troubleshooting a system. In this tutorial we will cover measuring voltage, current,
resistance and continuity.

Recommended Equipment

• A digital multimeter
• The multimeter manual
• A battery to test
• A power supply tester
• A manual for the tester
• A power supply
Note: The multimeter is a sensitive piece of electronic test equipment. Do not drop it
or handle it carelessly. Be careful not to accidentally nick or cut the red or black wires
or leads, called probes. Because it is possible to check high voltages, take extra care
to avoid electrical shock.

Set up the multimeter.

1. Insert the red and black leads into the jacks on the meter. The black probe should
go in the COM jack and the red probe should go in the + (plus) jack.
2.Turn on the multimeter (consult the manual if there is no ON/OFF switch).

Explore the different multimeter measurements.

1.Switch or turn to different measurements. For example, the multimeter can be
adjusted to measure Ohms.

2. Switch or turn the multimeter to the DC voltage measurement.

Power Supply Tester

1.Complete only the steps for the connectors supported by the power supply tester that
you are using.

A. Check the testing ports for the power supply tester.

Many power supply testers have connector ports to test the following power supply
connectors:

• 20-pin/24-pin motherboard connector

• 4-pin Molex connector
• 6-pin PCI-E connector
• P4 +12V connector
• P8 +12V EPS connector
• 4-pin Berg connector
• 15-pin SATA connector
B. Test the power supply motherboard connector.
Complete the following steps for the connectors supported by the power supply tester
that you are using.
 • Set the power supply switch (if available) to the OFF (or 0) position.
• Plug the 20-pin or 24-pin motherboard connector into the tester.
• Plug the power supply into an AC outlet.
• Set the power supply switch (if available) to the ON (or 1) position.
If the power supply is working, LEDs will illuminate and you might hear a beep. If the
LED lights do not illuminate, it is possible the power supply could be damaged or the
motherboard connector has failed. In this instance, you must check all connections,
ensure the power supply switch (if available) is set to ON (or 1) and try again. If the
LEDs still do not illuminate, consult your Answer.
Possible LED lights include +5 V, -5 V, +12 V, +5 VSB, PG, -12 V, and +3.3 V. C.
Test the power supply Molex connector.

Plug the 4-pin Molex connector into the tester. The LED illuminates on +12 V and +5
V. (If the power output fails, the LEDs will not illuminate.)

D. Test the 6-pin PCI-E connector.

Plug the 6-pin PCI-E connector into the tester. The LED will illuminate on +12 V. (If
the power output fails, the LED will not illuminate.) E. Test the 4-pin Berg connector.
Plug the 4-pin Berg connector into the tester. The LED will illuminate on +12 V and

+5 V. (If the power output fails, the LEDs will not illuminate.) F.
Test the P4/P8 connectors.

Plug the P4 +12 V connector into the tester. The LED will illuminate on +12 V. (If the
power output fails, the LEDs will not illuminate.)

Plug the P8 +12 V connector into the tester. The LED will illuminate on +12 V. (If the
power output fails, the LEDs will not illuminate.)

Installation of the power supply was easy, and there aren't usually many issues when
doing so, but power supplies don't last forever. Moreover, many issues that occur with
power supplies are intermittent making the troubleshooting process a little tougher.
Your best friends when troubleshooting power supplies are going to be a multimeter,
power supply tester, and your eyes and ears. Of course, always make sure that the
power supply connects to the AC outlet properly before troubleshooting further. Here
are a couple of the issues you may encounter with power supplies:

• Fan failure
• Fuse failure

• Quick death • Slow death

LAN Tester
LAN testers cover the fields of installation and network control. These LAN tester can
be used in the workplace and are ideal for technical service professionals and network
administrators. These LAN testers can determine LAN Tester used in the workplace
and are ideal for technical service professionals and network administrators. IP
addresses, identify polarity, connected port and link connectivity. Furthermore, they
can test fiber optic cables. It can also show cable break points, incorrect connections
in fiber optic lines. All this in a large pen design. With these LAN testers you can test
the state of LAN network connections to Hubs and Switches and can analyze the traffic
of a network and which IP it generates.

LAN Tester Light Indicator as per type on Cabling

Straight-through is normally used for connecting different network devices such as:

• Router to hub and vice-versa

• Hub to computer
• Computer to switch
On the other hand Crossover cable is used to connect similar devices, the likes of:

• Router to router
• Hub to hub
• Switch to switch
• Computer to Computer
• Router to computer (Router to computer uses crossover cable because they both
have an IP address.

Loopback cable
A loopback cable is also known as loopback plug or loopback adapter, which is a plug
used to test physical ports to identify network issue. It provides system test engineers
a simple but effective way of testing the transmission capability and receiver sensitivity
of network equipment. In a word, it is a connection device that is plugged into a port
to perform a loopback test. There are loopback plugs for many different ports, including
serial ports, Ethernet ports, and WAN connections.
Testing UTP Cables Using a Loopback Plug and a Cable Meter
Recommended Equipment

• A LAN hub or switch

• Loopback plug and coupler
• A known good Ethernet cable
• A Fluke series 620 LAN CableMeter
• A manual for the cable meter
• Good Category 5 straight-through cables of different colors
• Good Category 5 crossover cables (T568A on one end and T568B on the other
end)
• Category 5 straight-through cables of different colors and different lengths with
open connections in the middle, or one or more conductors shorted at one end
• Category 5 straight-through cable with a split pair or a mis-wire
Wire maps can be very helpful in troubleshooting cabling problems with UTP cable. A
wire map shows which wire pairs connect to what pin on the plug or socket.
A. Test an Ethernet cable using a loopback plug
a. Plug the loopback plug into one end of the coupler.

b. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the other end of the coupler.
c. Power on the hub or switch.

d. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into a port on the hub or switch.

After plugging the cable into the port, does a link light appear on the port?
If a link light does not appear, the problem is with the hub or switch. If the port displays
a link light, then the cable has passed the continuity test.

Testing UTP Cables

Set up the cable meter

• On the cable meter, select the WIRE MAP function.

• Ensure that the following settings (if available) are set properly.
Tester Option Desired Setting - UTP Tester Option Desired Setting - UTP
CABLE: UTP CABLE: UTP
WIRING: 10BASE-T OR EIA/TIA 4PR WIRING: 10BASE-T OR EIA/TIA 4PR
 CATEGORY: CATEGORY 5 CATEGORY: CATEGORY 5 /6
WIRE SIZE: AWG 24 WIRE SIZE: AWG 24
CALIBRATE TO CABLE? NO CALIBRATE TO CABLE? NO
BEEPING: ON or OFF BEEPING: ON or OFF
Test Cabling Procedure
When testing with a Fluke LAN CableMeter use the following procedure.

a. Place one end of the cable into the RJ-45 jack labeled UTP/FTP on the tester.
b. Place the other end of the cable into the RJ-45 female coupler (labeled LAN Use).
c. Insert the cable identifier (labeled Net Tool) into the other side of the coupler.

The coupler and the cable identifier are accessories that come with many cable meters.

ACTIVITIES

Direction: From the discussion about the use Multi-meter , enumerate procedure on
how to test the power supply of a motherboard.

Direction: Enumerate the procedure in testing an Ethernet cable using a loopback

plug

1
2
3
4
Direction: Enumerate four major cause of system unit power failure.

1
2
3
4

WRAP–UP

We can now consider that all testing and diagnosing tool are essentially valuable in
troubleshooting your unit or network. Basic concept in electricity is essential too,
because with computers we are also working with electricity and it is consider
hazardous. The point is, there should be an extra consideration with regards to safety.
Always remember basic testing guide and standards you have learned from previous
modules. Everything is essential and always think of safety in your workplace.

Always remember working with computers is also working with electricity.

VALUING

“One thing that makes it possible to be an optimist is if

you have a contingency plan for when all hell breaks
loose.”
Randy Pausch

How contingency planning can be helpful in maintaining computer

network?
1.
2.

3
 POST TEST

Direction: Encircle the letter of the correct answer

1. It feeds the motherboard, hard drives, optical drives, and any other devices inside
of the computer.
A LAN tester B power supply C Cable tester
2. If the power supply is dying a slow death and is causing intermittent errors, it
could be tough to troubleshoot.
A Slow death B Slow death C Fan failure
3. Due to the fact that the power supply is old, extremely clogged with dirt, or that the
fan was of cheaper design (without ball bearings).
A Fuse failure B Fan failure C Slow death
4. If the power supply is working, LEDs will illuminate and you might hear a beep
A LEDs will illuminate and B LEDs will illuminate C hear a beep
you might hear a beep
5. Ethernet cable using a loopback plug , If a link light does not appear, the problem
is with the _____________
A hub or switch B switch C UTP cable
6. A plug used to test physical ports to identify network issue.
A Loopback cable B LAN tester C Multi-meter
7. In testing the power supply Molex connector, If the power output fails, the LEDs
A will not illuminate B illuminate C hear a beep
8. 163145278 is LED light sequence for what type of UTP cable connector?
A Crossover B Straight-through C straight connection
9. In testing the P4/P8 connectors. (If the power output fails, the LEDs will__?
A not illuminate B hear beep C LED will blink
10. In testing 4-pin Berg connector, (If the power output fails, the LEDs will__?

R E F E R E N CE S
Web Links

Basic Electricity https://bit.ly/2Wc83xP

Understanding and Testing Power Devices and Supplies
https://www.pearsonitcertification.com/articles/article.aspx?p=1398777&seqNum=3

Usage of Multimeter http://bidyut-roboguru.blogspot.com/2014/07/how-to-use-multimeter.html

How to Troubleshoot Wired (Cat 5, Cat 6 etc.) https://www.lanshack.com/How-to-

Troubleshoot-Wired-Network-Connections.aspx

Testing UTP Cables Using a Loopback Plug and a Cable Meter https://bit.ly/2Wh7J0E

Using a Multimeter and a Power Supply Tester https://www.ccna7.com/2-2-4-4-lab-using-a-

multimeter-and-a-power-supply-tester/

Ethernet Cable: color-code standards

https://joncamfield.com/oss/schooltools/Reference/EthernetCabling.htm

What is a loopback adapter?

https://www.computercablestore.com/what-is-a-loopback-adapter

Books and other Online Publication/s

Iry Englander, The architecture of computer hardware, system software, and

networking, ( Hoboken, NJ 2009 ) 511