What I Need To Know?
Read Information Sheet No 1.1-5 and find out how much you can
remember. Do Self-Check 1.1-5 to know how much you have learned.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
After reading this Information Sheet, you should be able to:
1. Identify the different tools and equipment used in computer systems and networks
2. Determine the different use and functions of these tools and equipment’s
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTS
One important thing to consider before executing a well-planned computer installation
is that one must be knowledgeable in the different tools and equipment’s used in computer
systems and networks. Furthermore, the idea on how these tools and equipment’s are
properly used is another important consideration in installing computer systems.
Hardware Tools/Equipment’s Illustrations
and their Functions
Protective Eyewear
Enclose or protect the eye area in order
to prevent particulates, infectious
fluids, or chemicals from striking the
eyes
Multi-tester or Multi-meter
A multi-meter or a multi-tester, also
known as a VOM (Volt-Ohm meter), is
an electronic measuring
instrument that combines several
measurement functions in one unit
Pliers (Assorted)
Pliers is a hand tool used to hold
objects firmly, for bending, or physical
compression.
Screwdriver
A screwdriver is a tool for
driving screws and often rotating
other machine elements with the
mating drive system
Soldering Gun
A soldering gun is
a tool for soldering metals using tin-
based solder to achieve a highly
conductive contact
Desoldering Tool
Desoldering tools are used for
removing the molten solder so that the
joint may be separated.
Allen Wrench
A hex key, Allen key, or Allen
wrench (also known by various
other synonyms) is a tool of
hexagonal cross-section used to drive
bolts and screws that have a
hexagonal socket in the head (internal-
wrenching hexagon drive)
Flashlight
A flashlight (or torch in British
English) is a hand-held portable
electric-powered light source. Usually
the light source is a small incandescent
light bulb or light-emitting diode (LED)
IC Insertion and Extraction Tool
Used for extracting and inserting
BIOS Chip
Mirror
In hardware servicing a mirror is used
for inspecting the peripherals
Tweezers
Tweezers are tools used for picking up
objects too small to be easily handled
with the human hands
Antistatic Wrist Strap
An antistatic wrist strap, ESD wrist
strap, or ground bracelet is an antistatic
device used to safely ground a person
working on very sensitive electronic
equipment, to prevent the buildup of
static electricity on their body, which
can result in electrostatic discharge
(ESD)
Gloves
A gloves are garments for covering
and protecting the whole hand
Printer
a printer is a peripheral which
produces a text or graphics of
documents stored in electronic form,
usually on physical print media such as
paper or transparencies
Computer
A computer is
a programmable machine designed to
automatically carry out a sequence of
arithmetic or logical operations
Windows Operating System
CD/DVD
An operating system is used as an
intermediary between hardware and
software
Device Driver CD/DVD
An application used to install the
device and peripherals of a computer
systems and networks
RS 232 pin insertion/extraction
tool
RS232 and D-Sub Pin Insertion
and Removal Tool
Computer Networking Tools and Illustrations
Device and their Functions
Crimping Tool
A crimping tool is a tool designed
to crimp or connect a connector to the end
of a cable. For example, network cables
and phone cables are created using a
crimping tool to connect the RJ-
45 and RJ-11 connectors to the end of the
cable. In the picture to the right, is an
example of what a crimping tool looks like.
This example shows a tool capable of
crimping both RJ-11 and RJ-45
connectors.
LAN Tester
A Device used for testing network cable
connectivity
UTP Unshielded Twisted Pair Cat 5
Cable
A cable used for computer networking
RJ 45 Connector
A plastic connector used for UTP Cable
to connect computers in a network
Ethernet Switch
A network switch or switching hub is
a computer networking device that
connects network segments or network
devices
SELF-CHECK NO. 1.1-5
A. TRU OR FALSE
Direction: Identify the Precautions and Procedures write TRUE if the statement is
correct and FALSE if the statement is wrong.
________1. Protective Eyewear enclose or protect the nose area in order to
prevent particulates, infectious fluids, or chemicals
________2. Uni-tester is an electronic device for measuring instrument that
combines several measurement and functions
________3. Fliers are hand tool used to hold objects firmly for bending or
physical compression
________4. A screw is a tool for driving screws and often rotating other machine
elements with the mating drive system
________5. A Soldering Gun is a tool for soldering metals using tin-based
solder to achieve a highly conductive contact
B. Direction: Select your answer on the choices below that will correspond on the statement.
Write the letter of your answer on the space provided.
a. Mirror
b. Flash light
c. Gloves
d. Tweezers
e. IC Insertion and Extracting Tool
______ 1. A hand held portable electric light source
______ 2. Used for extracting and inserting BIOS Chip
______ 3. Used for inspecting peripherals
______ 4. Intended for picking up objects too small for human hands
______ 5. Used for hand protection
