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Technical Vocational Education

Computer Systems Servicing
Quarter 1-Week 3- Module 3
Computer Standard Operating Procedure:
Assemble Computer Hardware
SPTVE_CSYS9- ICCSIa-c-1

English – Grade 7
Technical Vocational Education Computer Systems Servicing – Grade 9
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 1 Week 3 Module 3 - Computer Standard Operating Procedure: Assemble
Computer Hardware
First Edition, 2020

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Technical Vocational Education

Computer Systems Servicing
Quarter 1-Week 3- Module 3
Computer Standard Operating Procedure:
Assemble Computer Hardware
SPTVE_CSYS9- ICCSIa-c-1
 Introductory Message
For the Facilitator:

Welcome to the Technical Vocational Education-Computer Systems Servicing 9 Project

CAP- LRE Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Computer Standard Operating
Procedure: Assemble Computer Hardware.

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators both from
public and private institutions to assist you, the teacher or facilitator in helping the learners
meet the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum while overcoming their personal, social,
and economic constraints in schooling.

This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent learning
activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help learners acquire the
needed 21st century skills 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. Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and the learners as they do the tasks
included in the module.

For the Learner:

Welcome to the Technical Vocational Education-Computer Systems Servicing 9 Project

CAP-LRE Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Computer Standard Operating
Procedure: Assemble Computer Hardware

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 resource while being an active learner.

This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

This will give you an idea of the skills or

competencies you are expected to learn in
the module.

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 This part includes an activity that aims to
check what you already know about the
lesson to take. If you get all the answers
correctly (100%), you may decide to skip
this module.
This is a brief drill or review to help you link
the current lesson with the previous one.
In this portion, the new lesson will be
introduced to you in various ways; a story,
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activity
or a situation.
This section provides a brief discussion of
the
lesson. This aims to help you discover and
understand new concepts and skills.
This comprises activities for independent
practice to solidify your understanding and
skills of the topic. You may check the
answers to the exercises using the Answer
Key at the end of the module.
This includes questions or blank
sentence/paragraph to be filled in to
process what you learned from the lesson.
This section provides an activity which will
help you transfer your new knowledge or
skill into real life situations or concerns.
This is a task which aims to evaluate your
level of mastery in achieving the learning
competency.
In this portion, another activity will be given
to you to enrich your knowledge or skill of
the lesson learned.
This contains answers to all activities in the
module.

At the end of this module, you will also find:

References- This is a list of all sources used in developing this module.

The following are some reminders in using this module:

1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of the
module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities
included in the module.

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3. Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.

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 4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through with it.

If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult
your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are not alone.

We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and gain deep
understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

. This module encourages you to be familiar on how to validate one’s work for quality improveme
activities are provided for you to be able to:

Obtain tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out installation work in acco
Assemble computer hardware in accordance with established procedures and system re
Perform BIOS configuration in accordance with
hardware requirements

Direction: Read the questions carefully and choose the BEST answer. Write
only the letter of your answer in your answer sheet.

1. A hardware component that supplies power to an electrical device.

A. CPU B. Hard Disk C. Power Supply Unit D. System Unit

2. The hard disk drive is also known as .

A. HDD B. MOLEX C. ROM D. SATA

3. What power connector gives supply in the motherboard?

A. 4 pin molex p3 12v C. power cable
B. 24 pin molex connector D. sata connector

4. What power connector used to power the IDE hard drives and optical drives?
A. 4 pin berg connector C. 20 pin molex connector
B. 4 pin molex connector D. sata connector

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5. Power supply unit converts the to .
A. PC TO DC B. AC TO DC C. PC TO AC D. DC TO AC

6. How you will secure the safety of the CPU?

A. By following the steps C. By wearing the anti-static wrist strap
B. By washing your hands first D. By listening carefully to your teacher

7. What is the use of an anti-static bag?

A. A bag is used for storing electronic components for inventory.
B. A bag is used for storing electronic components before and after the activity.
C. A bag is used for storing electronic components to prevent the loss of the
components.
D. A bag used for storing electronic components, which are prone to damage
caused by electrostatic discharge.

8. All of the following is the wiring of the front panel EXCEPT ONE.
A. Power Led B. Reset switch C. Switch on D.HDD Led

9. Before you removed the CPU fan, what is the first thing to do?
A. remove the four screws C. remove the CPU
B. remove the power cord D. remove the heat sink

10. All of the following are internal drives of the computer EXCEPT ONE.
A. Flash Drive B. Floppy Drive C. Hard Drive D. Optical Drive

11. It instructs the computer on how to perform basic functions such as booting,
identifying, and configuring hardware components.
A. BEEP CODES B. BIOS C. CMOS D. POST

12. It checks a computer's internal hardware for compatibility and connection before
starting the boot process.
A. BEEP CODES B. BIOS C. CMOS D. POST

13. It is the audio signal given out by a computer to announce the result of a short
diagnostic testing sequence.
A. BEEP CODES B. BIOS C. CMOS D. POST

14. It holds the configuration parameters.

A. BEEP CODES B. BIOS C. CMOS D. POST

15. The following are keys to enter the BIOS Set up except one.
A. F2 B. F5 C. F8 D. F10

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Directions: Arrange the jumbled letters to form the correct name of the tools in
the given illustration. Write your answer in your answer sheet.

INTA–CTASTCI P SRAPT

1.

LTFLA WRECS VERDRI

2.

DEENLE - SENO ESRIPL

3.

TPARRTERIRVE

4.

NTLI-EFREHLCOT

5.

BLACE SITES

6.

MEULITMRET

7.

PTAR REZNAOGRI

8.

REWTEZE

9.

NTIA–SCTAIT TMA

10.

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 One of the basic skills that you must acquire in computer system servicing is to independently as
ready to gain another experience in CSS by going through this lesson.

Directions: Answer the given questions below. Write your answer in your answer sheet.

1. Are you familiar with the parts of the computer below? Write their names in your answer sheet.

2. If you are to assemble your PC (Personal Computer), what are the

things that you need to consider? Give at least five(5). Why?

Computer Hardware is the physical part of a computer while Internal hardware is the hard

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INTERNAL HARDWARE
Power Supply unit (PSU) converts mains AC to low-voltage regulated DC power for the internal co
. 20 PIN MOLEX ATX POWER CONNECTION
This is used to give supply to motherboard.

4 PIN MOLEX P4 12V

The P4 connector is a 12V power supply cable used with motherboards that have an Intel Pentium 4

4 PIN BERG CONNECTOR

It is used with computer power supplies that connect to floppy disk drives.

SATA CONNECTOR

SATA means Serial Advance Technology Attachment) is a computer bus interface that connects

4 PIN MOLEX CONNECTOR

This is used to power various component including hard disk drives and optical disk drives.

A Motherboard is one of the most essential parts of a computer system. It is a sheet

of plastic that holds all the circuitry to connect the various components of a computer system.

PARTS OF THE MOTHERBOARD

PROCESSOR SOCKET
It is the centerpiece of motherboard and were the CPU is installed.

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 POWER CONNECTOR
Allows an electrical current to pass through it for the exclusive purpose of providing power to a device.
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MEMORY SLOTS
Allows computer memory (RAM) to be inserted into the computer. Depending on the motherboard, there will

VIDEO CARD SLOT

The slot that enable the user to add the adapter card for additional function to the system.

IDE & SATA PORT

A standard interface for connecting a motherboard to storage devices such as hard drives and CD-ROM/DV
IDE - Integrated Drive Electronics
SATA – Serial AT Attachment

BIOS CHIPS & BATTERY

They set up the computer and boot the operating system.
BIOS-Basic Input & Output System
CMOS-Complementary metal–
oxide–semiconductor

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 NORTHBRIDGE
It coordinates the flow of data between the
CPU, graphics card, and RAM.

SOUTHBRIDGE
Theotherone,handlesallofthe computer’s input/output fun

FRONT PANEL
It is where the connectors of hard disk drive activity light

REAR CONNECTOR
The portion of the motherboard that allows you to connect external devices, such as your monitor, speakers,

A Port is an external connecting socket on the outside of the computer. This is a

pathway into and out of the computer. A port lets users plugin outside peripherals, such as
monitors, scanners, and printers. While Cable, is most often two or more wires running side
by side and bonded, twisted or braided together to form a single assembly, but can also
refer to a heavy strong rope.

TYPES OF PORT FUNCTION

Serial Port - Intended for serial type mouse and older

camera

Parallel Port - Also called a printer port. This is only

for the old model printer. It has 25 pins. It is a female
port.

VGA (Video Graphic Array) Port - Used to connect

monitors. It has 15 pins and it is a female port.

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 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Port High-speed serial
interface that is used with almost all devices. It is
used to connect the latest model printers, pen drives,
cell phones, etc. it has 4 pins.
PS/2 Port - Simple, 6-pin, low-speed serial
connections commonly dedicated to a keyboard and
mouse

Power Port - Intended for the power cord.

S-Video Port - S-Video connections are available on

certain source components and video display devices
and offer a higher level of video performance over
composite video signals.

Audio Port - Intended for plugging in the speaker or

headset.

LAN (Local Area Networking) Port - A physical

interface often used for terminating twisted pair type
cables used to connect computers onto local-area
networks (LAN), especially Ethernet RJ-45
connectors

TYPES OF CABLE FUNCTION

These PS/2 jacks are intended for the PS/2 port

specifically for PS/2 type of keyboard and mouse.

This type of audio jack is intended for the audio and

microphone port.

S-video jack is obviously for S-Video port.

This monitor jack is intended for the VGA (Video

Graphic Array) port.

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 This USB (Universal Serial Bus) plug is intended for
the USB port. A modern or new model of peripherals
like printer, camera, scanners, and even other
portable computer attachments used USB type of
plugs.

This printer cable jack is intended for the parallel port.

RJ45 ("RJ" in RJ45 stands for "registered jack,"

since it is a standardized networking interface and the
"45" simply refers to the number of the interface
standard) is a type of connector commonly used for
Ethernet networking.

The power cord is the most important because it

connects the computer to the main source of
electricity to make it functional.

Listing down the things that you need to before starting computer disassembly and assembly, make su

STEPS IN DISASSEMBLY:

Step1. 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, etc. Just
unplug all the cables for safety
purposes

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 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.
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 labelled "CPU FAN1". To remove the fan
from the heat sink, remove the four screws securing it in
place.

Step 5. Power Supply

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.

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 Step 6. CD/ DVD Drive(s)
Unplug the IDE or SATA cable 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

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.

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.

ASSEMBLE OF COMPUTER:

Step 1. Prepare your workplace

 Take Inventory:
 Make Space, Make Time:
 Prepare Grounding Protection:
 Have the Drivers Ready:

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 Step 2. Prepare the Motherboard
 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.
 Before you secure the motherboard onto
the PC case/chassis, inspect it carefully
for any visible defects.
 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.

Step 3. Install the CPU

 Use the unlocking mechanism to open
the CPU socket which is usually a
lever.
 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.
 Align Triangular CPU and socket key
marks.
 Lower the lever to lock the CPU into
place.

Step 4. Install the CPU Heat Sink

 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).
 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.

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 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 dual
channel 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
 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.
 Note the pattern of the holes in your
motherboard, 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).

Step 7. Place the motherboard into the case

 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.
 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.
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 Step 8. Connect the Power Supply
 First, plug the large ATX power connector from
your power supply into the matching port on your
motherboard. Look Figure X for details.
 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.

Step 8. Connect the Power Supply

 Use your motherboard user
manual and find the description
about front-panel connectors.
 4. Attach each of the tiny leads
from the power and reset
switches, the hard-disk 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 9. Install Graphics / Video

Cards
 Begin by removing the backplane
cover from the AGP or PCI
Express X16 slot (the metal piece
where the monitor connector will
emerge)
 Install the graphics board in that
slot, and then secure the card with
a screw

Step 10. Install Internal Drives

 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
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cages to house drives.

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Step 10. Install Internal Drives
 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.

Step 11. Install the Add- in Cards

 For each add-in card, you must
choose a free PCI slot.
 Remove its backplane cover to
allow access from the rear of the
case.
 Carefully position the card above
the slot, and press down firmly to
seat the card
 Secure the card with a screw

STEPS IN CONNECTING EXTERNAL HARDWARE OF A PC

1. Attach the monitor (VGA) cable to

the video port.
2. Secure the cable by tightening the
screws on the connector.

3. Plug the keyboard cable into the PS/2

keyboard port or USB Port

into a USB port.

4. Plug the mouse cable into the PS/2
mouse port or USB Port

5. Plug the USB cable

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6. Plug the network cable into the network port.

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 Keep in mind:
When attaching cables, never force a
Connection.
Plug in the power cable after you have connected all other cables.

7. Plug the power cable into

the power supply.

After the success assembly and disassembly, you are now about to turn on your PC (Personal Computer). U
Power On Self-Test (POST) - is a process performed by firmware or software routines immediately after a co
bootstrap loader code is invoked to load an operating system.
Programs stored on ROM chips are known as firmware while
programs stored on erasable media are called software

Note: Beep codes may vary depending on the manufacturer’s BIOS chip that is used by
the motherboard.

AMI BIOS Beep Codes (American AWARD BIOS Beep Codes

Megatrends, Inc.) BEEP CODE DESCRIPTION
BEEP DESCRIPTION 1 long, 2 short Indicates a video error
CODE has occurred and the
1 short DRAM refresh failure. BIOS cannot initialize the
2 short Parity circuit failure. video screen to display
3 short Base 64 K RAM failure. any additional
4 short System timer failure. information.
5 short Process failure. 1 long, 3 short Video card not detected
6 short Keyboard controller Gate or bad video card.
A20 error. Beeps repeating RAM problem.
7 short Virtual mode exception error. endlessly
8 short Display memory Read/Write Repeated high Overheating processor
test failure. frequency beeps (CPU).
9 short ROM BIOS checksum while PC is running.
failure. Repeated beeps Issue with the processor
10 short How to replace the CMOS alternating high & (CPU), possibly
battery. low frequency. damaged.

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 DELL Beep Codes AWARD BIOS Beep Codes
BEEP DESCRIPTION BEEP CODE DESCRIPTION
CODE 1 short beep Normal POST, computer is ok.
1 short BIOS ROM 2 short beep POST error, review screen for
corruption or error code.
failure. Continuous beep No power, loose card, or short..
2 short Memory (RAM) not Repeating short No power, loose card, or short.
detected. beep.
3 short Motherboard 1 long and 1 short Motherboard issue.
failure. beep
4 short Memory (RAM) long and 2 short Video (Mono/CGA display
failure. beeps circuitry) issue.
5 short CMOS battery 1 long and 3 short Video (EGA) display circuitry.
failure. beeps.
6 short Video card failure. 3 long beeps Keyboard or keyboard card error.
7 short Bad processor 1 beep, blank or Video display circuitry.
(CPU). incorrect display.

Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) is a ROM chip found on motherboards that

allows you to access and set up your computer system.
The BIOS includes instructions on how to load basic computer hardware. It also
includes a test referred to as a POST (Power-On Self-Test) that helps verify the computer
meets requirements to boot up properly.

FUNCTIONS OF BIOS
1. Configuring System Hardware is the major responsible for setting up and preparing
the memory of the system
2. System Boot starts the booting process of the operating system after ensuring that all
the drivers are not only loaded but also configured appropriately for usage
3. CMOS and Battery Backup is a configuration program that allows you to configure
hardware settings including system settings such as computer passwords, time, and
date.
4. Bootstrap Loader locates the operating system. If a capable operating system is
located, the BIOS will pass and have control over it.
5. BIOS Drivers are low-level drivers that give the computer basic operational control over
your computer's hardware.
6. POST - Test the computer hardware and make sure no errors exist before loading the
operating system

HOW TO ENTER THE BIOS OR CMOS SETUP

Computers manufactured in the last few years allow you to enter the BIOS setup
using one of the five keys shown below during the boot process.
 F1 If pressing F2 opens a diagnostics tool, your setup key is likely F10
 F2 F10 is also used for the boot menu. If F10 opens a boot menu, your setup key is lik
 F10
 Del
 Esc
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 An error or alert message like the following is displayed when CMOS was already
expired and the computer boots.
 CMOS Read Error
 CMOS Checksum Error
 CMOS Battery Failure
 System battery voltage is low

If any of the issues or messages above is encountered, you likely need to replace the
CMOS battery

HOW TO RESET CMOS OR BIOS SETTINGS

Using BIOS Setup Utility Menu Items

1. Switch on the System Unit
2. To enter the BIOS Setup utility, press the F2 key while the system is performing the
power- on self-test (POST)

3. Use the left and right arrow keys to select the different menu options. As you select each
menu option, the top-level screen for that menu option appears.
4. Select an option on a top-level screen, use the up and down arrow keys options
presented are presented as you move. Only options that can be modified are highlighted
when you press the up and down arrow keys.
5. Modify the setup field and press the Esc key to save the changes and exit the screen.
Some screens present a confirmation dialog box that enables unwanted changes to be
retracted.
6. On sub-screens that only provide configuration information and cannot be modified,
press the Esc key to exit the screen.

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7. To continue modifying other setup parameters, repeat Step 3 through Step 6. Otherwise,
go to Step 8.
8. Press and release the right arrow key until the Exit menu screen appears.
9. Follow the instructions on the Exit menu screen to save or discard your changes and exit
the BIOS Setup utility.
SCREEN DESCRIPTION
Main General product information, including BIOS type, processor, memory,
and time/date.
Advanced Configuration information for the CPU, memory, IDE, Super IO, trusted
computing, USB, PCI, MPS, and other information.
PCI Configure the server to clear NVRAM during system boot.
Boot Configure the boot device priority (storage drives and the DVD-ROM
drive).
Security Set or change the user and supervisor passwords.
Chipset View the configuration of server chipsets.
Exit Save changes and exit, discard changes and exit, discard changes, or
load optimal or fail-safe defaults.

Activity 1:
Matching Type: Write the letter of the correct answer that will match the connectors
to the internal hardware.

Column A Column B

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

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Activity 2:
Directions: Arrange the following steps chronologically using the number. Write only
the number of your answer in your answer sheet.

Personal Computer Disassembly (1-9)

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
9. Remove the memory

Personal Computer Assembly (1-10)

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

BIOS updates can be a costly mistake if all the proper information and steps are not known by the user befor
The steps below are steps that should be taken before upgrading your computer BIOS.

Independent Activity 1: BIOS Update Precautions and Suggestions

Directions: Write T if the underlined word(s) is correct and F if it is incorrect.
Write your answer in your answer sheet.

1. Only obtain the BIOS update from the computer manufacturer or

motherboard manufacturer.
2. Do not shut off or reboot the computer until the BIOS instructs you to do so.

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 3. Verify that the BIOS you were instructed to use or the one that you're
downloading resolves a problem you have. Remember that BIOS updates
only fix hardware issues and not software issues unless that software is
directly related to the software.
4. Verify the BIOS version and make sure that the BIOS update you plan on
using is the previous version unless otherwise instructed by the
motherboard manufacturer.
5. Some BIOS updates only work with a specific type of processor. Therefore it
is also a good idea to know what type of processor your computer has.
6. Verify that the computer was scanned for viruses. A virus can cause a BIOS
update to ignore or fail.
7. If you are updating a laptop BIOS, make sure the AC adapter is connected.
8. Only do a BIOS update in a stable environment. If it's storming outside, and
the power goes out during the update on a computer without a battery
backup or Uninterruptible Power Source (UPS), data loss or file system
corruption may result.
9. Finally, when upgrading BIOS, read all disclaimers and other instructions
included with the download. Many computer manufacturers void warranties if
a user does the update without the assistance of a technician or company
representative.
10.If the BIOS cause any difficulty with the computer, you may be held responsible.

Independent Activity 1: POST Troubleshooting Steps

Directions: Write T if the underlined word(s) is correct and F if it is incorrect.
Write your answer in your answer sheet.

1. If any new hardware was recently added to the computer, remove that
hardware to make sure it is not causing your issue.
2. Remove any disks, CDs, or DVDs that are on the computer. If any USB
devices (iPods, drives, phones, etc.) are connected, disconnect all of them as
well. Reboot the computer and see if anything changes.
3. Remove everything from the back of the computer and the power cable.
Turn on the computer and see if it beeps normally. If the computer has never
beeped, keep the monitor or display connected to see if any change occurs
4. If the computer is not getting enough power or the power is getting
interrupted, the computer can encounter problems. Connect your power
cables from any power strip or UPS (uninterruptible power supply) and
connect the computer directly to a known-good wall outlet.
5. If you are receiving a sequence of beeps, you can also check your
motherboard or computer documentation for information on the beep codes.
6. If a fan has failed (especially the heat sink fan for the CPU), your computer
could be overheating or detecting the fan failure, causing the computer not to
boot.
7. Verify all the cables are securely disconnected to the computer and that there
are no loose cables by firmly pressing in each cable.

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 8. If you do not hear a beep code, power on the computer. Then, disconnect any
IDE, SATA, SCSI, or other data cables from the motherboard.
9. In some situations, a computer may have power-related issues often caused
by either the power supply or the motherboard. To help determine if this is the
issue, try turning the computer on, off, and back on later on.
10.Loose over time due to heat expansion causes the computer to give an
regular POST. Gently press down on the BIOS chip to make sure it has not
become loose.

Following the procedure in disassembling and assembling and practicing the OHS standard can prevent us t
Also, BIOS Configuration is vital in the operation of computers. BIOS and CMOS work together to function bo

Direction: Read and understand carefully each question below then write your
insights. Write your answer on the space provided.

1. Cite at least two(2) of the following, and describe its function?

 External Hardware -

 Internal Hardware -

2. Why is it important to perform regular computer hardware tools maintenance before

using it?

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3. Which should come first, the POST or the BIOS? Why?

Direction: Given the graph below, write inside the procedure in connecting the
peripherals of the computer.

Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write your answer in your
answer sheet.

1. What is the color of the connector we used on the keyboard?

A. Green B. Blue C. Violet D. Red
2. What is the connector we used in the monitor that can display the graphics?
A. Monitor jack B. VGA C. Display plug D. Graphic card
3. What is the connector we used in the mouse?
A. PS/1 B. PS/2 C. PS/3 D. PS4

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4. Which of the following color in the audio port did we insert the microphone?
A. Red B. Blue C. Green D. Violet
5. Which of the following is the port we used in the printer?
A. Serial port B. Parallel port C. USB port D. Print port
6. This is used to give supply to the motherboard.
A. IDE Cable C. 20/24 pin Molex connector
B. 4 pin Molex connector D. Data Cable
7. It is the wires that you need to disassemble first on the computer.
A. Front P. Wires B. Data Cable C. Back P. Wires D. PS Connectors
8. All of the following is the wiring of the front panel EXCEPT ONE.
A. Power LED B. Reset SW C. Switch on D. HDD LED
9. All of the following are internal drives of the computer EXCEPT ONE.
A. Flash Drive B. Floppy Drive C. Hard Drive D. Optical Drive
10. It is used with computer power supplies that connect to floppy disk drives.
A. 4 pin berg B. FDD Cable C. Sata terminal D. 4 pin Molex
11. The computer uses an IBM BIOS chip. During the initial process, the beep produced
which tells that the computer passed with the POST conducted, what do you think is
the kind of beep does it produce?
A. 1 short beep C. continuous beep
B. 2 short beep D. repeating short beep
12. If 1 long and 1 short beep signal sounds produced after the POST using IBM ROM
chip, which is the component that has an error?
A. adapter B. hard disk C. motherboard D. video card
13. To configure the date and time of your computer, which tab will you click in BIOS
Utility Set-up?
A. Advanced B. Boot C. Main D. Security
14. To see the configuration information of the CPU, memory, and other information from
the BIOS set-up utility, which tab are you going to open?
A. Advanced B. Boot C. Main D. Security
15. Hardware has the program which is embedded into it. Which program is being
described?
A. courseware B. firmware C. malware D. virtual ware

Directions: Draw a graphical illustration showing the following steps:

 Disassemble
 Assemble

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What I Know What’s In
1. C 6. C 11. B 1. Anti-Static Strap 6. Cable Ties
2. A 7. D 12. D 2. Flat Screw Driver 7. Multimeter
3. B 8. D 13. A 3. Needle Nose Pliers 8. Part Organizer
4. B 9. A 14. C 4. Part Retriever 9. Tweezer
5. B 10. A 15. B 5. Lint-Free Cloth 10. Anti-Static Mat
What’s New
1. DC/DVD ROM, Hard Disk, Motherboard
2. For Question No. 2
CRITERIA RUBRICS
10 8 5 3 1
Quality of The students The students The students The students The students
Answer with are able to are able to are able to are able to are able to
Correct understand understand and understand understand answer
Usage of and answer the answer the and answer and answer questions but
Grammar questions questions the questions the questions has a difficulty
correctly and correctly slightly correct slightly in constructing
clearly correct with a ideas
explained minimal error
in usage
grammar
Ideas and The students The students The students The students The students
Explanation are able to are able to are able to are able to have the
explain and explain his/her explain his/her explain hardship to
expand his/her ideas ideas slightly his/her idea explain his/her
ideas thoroughly idea
extremely

What’s In – Activity 1 Activity2-A Activity2-B What’s More-Independent Act.1

1. C 1. 7 6. 4 1. 8 6. 3 1. T 6. F
2. B 2. 5 7. 3 2. 9 7. 4 2. T 7. T
3. D 3. 2 8. 1 3. 10 8. 6 3. F 8. F
4. A 4. 9 9. 8 4. 5 9. 2 4. F 9. T
5. D 5. 6 5. 7 10. 1 5. T 10. T

Independent Activity2:
1. T 6. T
2. T 7. F
3. F 8. F
4. F 9. F
5. T 10. F

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What I Have Learned
CRITERIA RUBRICS
10 8 5 3 1
Quality of The students The students The students The students The students
Answer with are able to are able to are able to are able to are able to
Correct understand understand and understand understand answer
Usage of and answer the answer the and answer and answer questions but
Grammar questions questions the questions the questions has a difficulty
correctly and correctly slightly correct slightly in constructing
clearly correct with a ideas
explained minimal error
in usage
grammar
Ideas and The students The students The students The students The students
Explanation are able to are able to are able to are able to have the
explain and explain his/her explain his/her explain hardship to
expand his/her ideas ideas slightly his/her idea explain his/her
ideas thoroughly idea
extremely

What I Can Do Assessment

1. Attach the monitor cable to the video port. 1. C 6. C 11. A
2. Secure the cable by tightening the screws on the connector. 2. A 7. D 12. C
3. Plug the keyboard cable into the PS/2 keyboard port. 3. B 8. D 13. C
4. Plug the mouse cable into the PS/2 mouse port. 4. D 9. A 14. A
5. Plug the USB cable into a USB port. 5. B 10. A 15. B
6. Plug the network cable into the network port.
7. Plug the power cable into the power
Additional Activity:
RUBRICS
10 7 4 1
Completion All of the Most of the Some of the Student did not
assigned work assigned work assigned work turn in
is complete is complete is complete assignment
Timeliness Homework was Homework was Homework was Homework was
received on the one(1) day late two(2) days three(3) days
due date late late
Accuracy All of the Most of the Some of the Little to none of
answers are answers are answers are the answers
correct correct correct are correct.
Work Shown All work is Most work is Some work is Students didn’t
meticulously meticulously meticulously show any work
shown shown shown

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 References
Book/s:
K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum Technology and Livelihood Education Learning
Module
Understanding PC Hardware, Jemma Development Group
Online Resources:
http://www.depedbataan.com/resources/9/
k_to_12_entrep
based_pc_hardware_servicing_learning_module.pdf
https://vkrepair.com/how-to-use-anti-static-wrist-strap/
https://www.computerhope.com/jargon/t/tools.htm
JENIELLE SISON – Computer hardware servicing module
https://www.academia.edu/22093398/COMPUTER_HARDWARE_SERVICING_ICTCOMPU
TER_HARDWARE_SERVICING
Rosalie P. Lujero , Ronaldo V. Ramilo, Michael Angelo C. Gatchalian
https://www.scribd.com/doc/267763757/TLE-ICT-Computer-Hardware-ServicingGrade-10-
LM
Wikipedia about 5S https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/5S_(methodology)
https://www.slideshare.net/edmundblanco/css-nc-ii-learning-module
https://www.slideshare.net/grayzon21/computer-hardware-servicing-practiceoccupational-
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ii_59046134dc0d609350959eb9_pdf?queue_id=59688f08dc0d60ed3aa88e76
https://www.scribd.com/document/380828448/lm-chs-140627062037-phpapp01
https://www.quora.com/What-are-the-internal-hardware-components
How To Assemble A Desktop PC/Choosing the parts
https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/How_To_Assemble_A_Desktop_PC/Choosing_the_parts
How to build a computer Step by Step
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWB2UHCT0dw
How to Assemble a PC – Technology Guide
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_-G9Cacx2U

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