CIS/290

PERSONAL COMPUTER HARDWARE SUPPORT

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CIS 290 Week 1 Individual: Trusted Information Resources and Component Identification

With rapid changes going on in the computer industry, a technician needs to build a trusted network of information resources that include websites, periodicals, and industry professionals.

This week’s assignment consists of completing a worksheet that is beneficial to developing a network to help identify PC and mobile components.

Complete the worksheet titled, “CIS/290 Week 1 Assignment” and save it with your name in the file name.

Submit the worksheet to the Assignment Files tab above.

CIS 290 Week 2 Individual: Motherboard Replacement Process

The motherboard, the main printed circuit board in a computer, contains the computer’s basic circuitry and components. The motherboard carries the central processing unit and system buses and it is equipped with sockets that connect to the computer’s memory module, processors, plug-in cards, and peripheral devices.

Identify the specifications you would need to gather to select a motherboard for a system.

Write a procedure for replacing a motherboard in a desktop computer. Include the steps for transferring the CPU to the new motherboard, and any cautions or notes need. The target audience for your procedure will be the help desk support agent, so the process should be clear, concise, and complete.

Submit the procedure to the Assignment Files tab above.

CIS 290 Week 2 Individual: Power Supply Replacement Process

The power supply provides the power for all of the components of a personal computer. When replacing a power supply, it is important to consider the power needs of the internal components of the system, as well as, any non-powered peripheral devices used with the system.

When determining the type of power supply unit (PSU) needed to run your computer and all of its components, there are certain factors to keep in mind:

• Maximum Output – This is the number of watts the power supply is capable of delivering. The higher the wattage, the more power available. By determining the amount of wattage you need to run a computer, you could avoid spending more money than necessary on the power supply.
• Efficiency Rating – This determines how much energy your power supply uses to deliver the necessary wattage to run your computer. Most power supplies have an efficiency rating of 70 percent (%) or higher at full load.
• Cooling – The more wattage there is, the more heat produced. The power supply should have at least one 80mm fan to cool the system. Power supplies with over 400 watts should have two 80mm fans or one 120mm fan to effectively cool the machine.
• Power Connectors – Make sure the power supply comes with enough power connectors to run your computer.

Identify the specifications you would need to gather to select an appropriate power supply for a system.

Include the components that you would need to use for gathering the wattage requirements for a system.

List the steps for selecting and replacing a power supply in a desktop computer that will require a minimum of 1,200 watts of power. Include the choice of a power supply that meets the needs of the system, the steps for transferring the power supply to the new system, and any cautions or notes needed. The target audience for your procedure will be the help desk support agent, so the process should be clear, concise, and complete.

Submit the document to the Assignment Files tab above.

CIS 290 Week 3 Individual: Component and Security Comparison

Based on your collaborative activity discussion, compare the types of processors, chipsets, memory systems, storage, and expansion cards.

Identify the challenges that may occur when installing and configuring components. What security factors needs to be considered for each component?

Display information in one of the following ways:

• Option 1: A 1- to 2-page paper in APA format.
• Option 2: An 8- to 1- slide presentation with detailed speaker notes. Narration is optional.
• Option 3: A chart featuring detailed descriptions.

Submit your comparison to the Assignment Files tab above.

CIS 290 Week 4 Individual: I/O Devices and Mass Storage Devices

As a computer technician, you must be familiar with a wide range of Input/Output (I/O) devices including; keyboards, mice, monitors, biometric devices, projectors, cameras, and video or graphics cards. Before you can attach any of these to a computer system, you must first research which I/O devices and expansion cards are best suited for your computer’s configuration.

Compare three input devices and three output devices. Criteria to address includes, but is not limited to:

• Expansion card type
• Specific system requirements
• Challenges with configuration
• Firmware updates
• Connection type

Display this information in one of the following ways:

• Option 1: An infographic.
• Option 2: A 5- to 7-slide presentation with detailed speaker notes.
• Option 3: A detailed chart.

Submit your comparison using the Assignment Files tab above.

CIS 290 Week 4 Individual: Printers

There are several types of print technologies available for computer technicians.

Compare at least three print technologies. Criteria to address includes, but is not limited to:

• Different maintenance needs
• How to maintain the printers

Display this information in one of the following ways:

• Option 1: An infographic.
• Option 2: A 5- to 7-slide presentation with detailed speaker notes.
• Option 3: A detailed chart.

Submit your comparison using the Assignment Files tab above.

CIS 290 Week 5 Individual: Custom Built Computer

You have been tasked with building a custom desktop PC that will be used by Research and Development (R&D) programmers. They will use it to develop complex animations. The system will need to have a processor and other computers that will support resource-intensive multimedia development applications. This system should be comparable to a high-end gaming computer.

Use the Custom Built Computer Worksheet to identify the components that will be needed to build this system. The system components should be compatible with one another and should meet the needs of the R&D team. Complete the Custom Built Computer Worksheet.

Submit the worksheet with your name located within the file name to the Assignment Files tab above.