LEARNING OUTCOME SUMMARY

LEARNING OUTCOME NO. 2

INSTALL EQUIPMENT / DEVICE SYSTEM

CONTENTS:
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Safety procedures.
Basic computer configuration set up.
System's specifications.
Identifying common symptoms and problems associated with each devices.
Troubleshooting and isolating PC hardware problems.
Diagnosing and troubleshooting hardware conflicts.
Knowledge in installing peripherals, network devices and other I/O devices.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Occupational health and safety policies and procedures followed in installing
computer systems, network deveices, and peripherals.
2. Computer systems, network deveices and peripherals installed obtained in
accordance with the established procedures and checked against job
requirements.
3. Appropriate procedures in installing computer systems, network devices and
peripherals achieve in accordance with requirements without damage or
distortion to the sorrounding environment and services.
4. Variation to devices/systems installation carried out in accordance with the
customer/client's requirements.
5. Unplanned events or conditions responded in accordance with established
procedures.
6. Approval is obtained before any contingencies implemented.
7. On going checks of the quality ofthe work undertaken in accordance with
the established procedures.
CONDITION:
The students/trainees must be provided with the following.
1. Personal Protective equipment (ex. protective eyewear, anti static wrist wrap)
2. Electronic laboratory hand tools (assorted pliers, assorted screw drivers,

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soldering iron and de-soldering tool)

3. LAN tester
4. Crimping tools
5. RS 232 pin exertion/ extraction tool
6. Flashlights
7. Device drivers, operating systems
8. Appropriate software application programs
9. Diagnostic software or utilities
10.
Hand-outs

ASSESSMENT METHOD:
1. Hands-on
2. Direct observation
3. Practical demonstration

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LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Learning Outcome 2
INSTALL EQUIPMENT / DEVICE SYSTEM
Learning Activities

Special Instructions

1. Read Information Sheet 1.2-1

Read and understand carefully the

contents on the information sheet.
Then you may answer self-check
provided in the module.

Safey Procedures
2. Answer Self-Check 1.2-1

Compare answers to the Answer key

1.2-1 If you can get the correct
answers in this self-check, then you
can proceed to the Task sheet 4.1-1. If
failed, then review the information
sheet and go over the self-check again.

3. Perform Task Sheet 1.2-1

Compare answers to the Performance

Checklist 1.1-2, If you can get the
correct answers, you can proceed to
the Job Sheet 1.1-2. If failed then
review the information sheet and go
over the self-check again.

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Have your work check by

instructor using the Checklist.
4. Perform Job Sheet 1.2-1

Compare answers to the Performance

Checklist 1.1-2, If you can get the
correct answers, you can proceed to
the Job Sheet 1.1-2. If failed then
review the information sheet and go
over the self-check again.
Have your work check by
instructor using the Checklist.

5. Perform Task Sheet 1.2-1

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Compare answers to the Performance

Checklist 1.2-1, If you can get the
correct answers, you can proceed to
the Job Sheet 1.1-2. If failed then
review the information sheet and go
over the self-check again.
Have your work check by
instructor using the Checklist.

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INFORMATION SHEET 1.2-1

The Computer OS Installation according to Job requirements

Learning Objective:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:
1.) Explain Computer OS installation procedures
2.) Perform the Computer installation according to job requirements
Introduction:
Prepare to deploy Windows 7 with tools and resources to help your inventory applications
and hardwara, assess compatibility, plan for migration from an earlier version of Windows
and conduct a successful pilot deployment. Not sure what tool to use?
HOW TO INSTALL WINDOWS 7

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When you make the decision to upgrade your current OS to Windows 7 there are couple of
ways to go about it. The most hassle free is complete clean installation. This method will
save you lots of headaches down the road. Follow this guide to help make your transition to
Windows 7 as smooth as possible.
Method 1 of 3: Changing your OS to Windows 7
check your specs. In order to run Windows 7 you must have at least a 1 gigahertz (GHz)
processor, 1 gigabyte (GB) of RAM (2 if installing 64-bit), 16 GB of hard disk space (20 if
installing 64-bit), and DirectX9 graphics card with WDDM 1.0[1]Different programs will
have different system requirements

#3: Make sure you have enough memory

Memory is another fairly easy-to-meet hardware requirement for new Windows. To be
consired the capability, the PC must have at least 512 MB or RAM. Premium Ready
machines must have a minimum of 1 GB of system RAM. Most modern PCs will either meet
this requirement or be capable of relatively inexpensive upgrade.
#4: Evaluate your graphics adapter
Those of you looking forward to the new 3-D Aero Glass graphics will need to make sure
that your graphics adapter is DirectX 9 capable. WDDM (a Windows display driver model
for writing drivers) compatibility is also recommended. To be considered Premium Ready,
the graphics adapter must have a minimum of 128MB of video RAM. New Windows cards
require only 64 MB of video RAM. Unless you plan on using the Aero Glass graphics, there
is no reason to upgrade your existing video adapter if it's Vista Capable.
#5: Verify that you have sufficient hard drive space

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With hard drive capacity constantly increasing, available space is usually not a major
concern. However, you should still be aware of the minimum space requirements for new
Windows and take a moment to verify that your system has enough free space. To install
new Windows, the hard drive must be at least of 40 GB in size and have a minumum of 15
GB of free space.
#6: Make sure you've got a DVD drive
New Windows ships on a DVD, so to install the new operating system, the computer must
have a DVD drive. This is another requirement that should be fairly easy to meemt, since
DVD drives have become common place or require only a fairly inexpensive upgrade.
#7: Sort out the versions
Determining which version of new Windows to install can be a bit more complex that it was
with previous version of Windows.
#8: Check application compatibility
To make your new Windows installation go as smoothly as possible, you should ensure that
your exsisting applications will run under that before installing it. You can download and
run the Application Compatability Toolkit to help you identify applications that may not run
under the new Windows.
#9: Don't overlook data backups
Backing up your date is one of the most critical steps in upgrading your operating system.
Unfortunately, this step is often overlooked in the excitement of installing the latest
operating system. In addition to backing up your data, it's best to verify that you have all of
the installation media from your existing software and the appropriate licensing
information before you start the installation.
#10: Remember the notebooks

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Notebook computers must meet all of the same hardware specifications as desktop PCs.
The one problem with notebooks however is that if the graphics card isn't compatible, there
is a little chance that you can upgrade the system.
SPECIFIC OS:
Top 5 Things To Remember Before Installing Windows 7
In this guide I will point ou some important things that you need to do and remember
before installing Windows 7 on your machine.

1.) Check the hardware requirement: This is one of the most important factors that you
need to keep in mind before thinking about Windows 7. Though windows 7 should run fine
with the 512 MB RAM system, it's always better to follow Microsoft recommendations.
Below are the Windows 7 requirements:
1. A blank DVD
2. DVD-R/W Drive
3. 1 GHz 32-bit or 64-bit processor
4. 1 GB of system memory
5. 16 GB of available disk space
6. Support for DirectX 9 graphics with 128 MB memory (inorder to enable Aero theme)

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2.) Backup Vista: If you are planning to upgrade from Vista SP1 (SP1 is a must) then it's a
good idea to backup your Vista drive so that you can revert back to Vista easily.
3.) You need to backup all your profiles and other important files that I have listed
below. In case you are planning to wipe out Vista and install Windows 7 then also it's better
to create a backup of all profiles.
Below are the important profiles that I backup:

1. Documents
2. Videos
3. Pictures
4. Saved games
5. Other program profiles that you use.
4.) The most important thing for a web addict is browser bookmark folder. Use backup
Bookmarks option in your browser to create a bookmark. Most of the browsers today can
backup the bookmarks automatically if you login your profile account.
5.) Last but not the least, don't forget to retrieve Office and other product keys using
the free programs like Winkey Finder.

SELF CHECK 1.1-1

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Computer Installation Plan according to Job requirements

(True or False) : Write "True" in the box provided if you agree to the statements given and
"False" if you think otherwise.

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2.

With hard drive capacity constatly increasing, we must junk old

ones.

Backing up your date is one of the most critical steps in

upgrading your operating system

Hardware requirements is one of the most important factors that

3.

you need to keep in mind before thinking about installing

Windows 7.
This is the symbol for installing new OS:

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No worry about Notebooks or Netbooks because the video card is

just similar to that of the desktop

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ANSWER KEY TO SELF CHECK 1.1-1

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False
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True
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TASK SHEET 1.1-1

TITLE :

The Computer Installation Plan according to Job requirements

Performance Objective:
Given one competency of the qualification assigned to you, you should be able to
demonstrate proper planning of computer installation.
Supplies/ Materials : Bond papers, PC printer with ink
Equipment: PC System
Steps and Procedure:
In your company level (assuming that you are the computer technician), write
down the important things to consider before installing new OS in your
computers according to job requirements:
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10.
Assessment Method :
Performance Criteria Checklist

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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CHECKLIST

Title
Trainees Name: _____________________ Date: ______________________
CRITERIA

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NO

Comments/Suggestions:

Trainers Name: ______________________

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References:

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