Monday, July 04, 2011

Assembling a Computers

The following will be discussed on how to assemble a computer, especially for those who are just learning .. of some references that I learned .. then the following will be explained step by step how to assemble a computer, hopefully useful.

    Components of computer assemblers are available on the market with a wide selection of quality and price. By assembling your own computer, we can determine the types of components, capabilities and facilities of the computer according kebutuhan.Tahapan in computer assembly comprising:

    The following will be discussed on how to assemble a computer, especially for those who are just learning .. of some references that I learned .. then the following will be explained step by step how to assemble a computer, hopefully useful.

    Components of computer assemblers are available on the market with a wide selection of quality and price. By assembling your own computer, we can determine the types of components, capabilities and facilities of the computer as needed. Stages in the assembly of the computer consists of:

A. Preparation
B. Assembling
C. Testing
D. Troubleshooting

A Preparation 

    
Good preparation will facilitate the assembly of the computer and avoid possible problems related timbul.Hal in preparation include: 1. Computer Configuration Determination 2. Preparation of components and equipment 3. Security Computer Configuration Determination
    
Computer configuration relates to the determination of types of components and features of the computer and how all components can work as a computer system according to our wishes. Determination of the components starting from the type of processor, motherboard and other components. Factors suitability or compatibility of the components of the motherboard must be considered, because each type of motherboard support this type of processor, memory modules, ports and I / O bus is different.
Preparation Components and Supplies
   
Computer components and equipment for the assembly is prepared for assembly prepared in advance to facilitate assembly. Prepared equipment consists of: • Computer components • Completeness of components such as wires, screws, jumpers, bolts and so on • User manuals and reference of the component • The tools in the form of flat and philips screwdriver Software operating system, device drivers and application programs.

   
The book takes as a reference manual to know the chart position of the connection elements (connectors, ports and slots) and element configuration (jumpers and switches) and how to setting jumpers and switches are suitable for computer or CD dirakit.Diskette Software needed to install the Operating System, device drivers from the device, and application programs on a computer that is assembled.
Security
   
Security precautions needed to avoid problems such as damage to the components by static charge, falls, excessive heat or liquid spills. Prevention of damage due to static electricity by: • Use anti-static wristband or touching a metal surface on the chassis before handling components to remove static charge. • No direct touching of electronic components, connectors or circuit track but holding the body of metal or plastic found on the component.

Assembling Stage of the process on a computer assembly comprising: 1. Preparing the motherboard 2. Installing the processor 3. Installing heatsink 4. Replacing the Memory Module 5. install the motherboard on the casing 6. Installing the Power Supply 7. Installing the Motherboard and VGA Cables 8. Installing the Drive 9. Installing Adapter Card 10. Final Settlement 


1. Preparing the motherboard
 
     Check the motherboard manual to locate the jumpers for CPU speed setting, speed multiplier and input voltage to the motherboard. Set a jumper as instructed, set the jumpers wrong voltage can damage the processor.



2. Installing the processor

     Processor is more easily installed before the motherboard occupies the casing. How to install the processor socket type and different slots. socket type


1. Determine the position of pin 1 on the processor and the processor socket on the motherboard, usually located on the corner marked with dots, triangles or indentation.
2. Enforce the position of the locking lever to open the socket.
3. Insert the processor into the socket by first aligning the position of the legs of the processor with the socket holes. Squeeze until there is no gap between the processor with the socket.
4. Lower the locking lever back.

 

 3. Installing Heatsink
 
     Heatsink function is to remove the heat generated by the processor through the conduction of heat from the processor to optimize heat transfer heatsink.Untuk the heatsink should be fitted tightly on the top of the processor with some clip as a drag while the contacts on the heatsink surface coated with the gene of heat. If the heatsink is equipped with a fan then the fan power connector is connected to the fan connector on the motherboard.







 4. Replacing the Memory Module
 
     Memory modules are generally installed sequentially from the smallest socket number. The order of installation can be seen from the diagram motherboard.Setiap the type of memory module SIMM, DIMM and RIMM can be distinguished by the position of grooves on the sides and bottom of the module. How to install for each type of memory module as follows.


1. Adjust the position of grooves on the module with the protrusions in the slot.
2. Insert the module by creating an oblique angle of 45 degrees to the slot
3. Push the module straight up in the slot, the locking lever on the slot will automatically lock the module.


5. Replacing the motherboard on the casing
 
     Motherboard mounted to the chassis with screws and mounting (standoff). How to install as follows:
 



1. Determine the position of mounting holes for each plastic and metal. Holes for the metal holder (metal spacer) is characterized by a ring on the edge of the hole.
2. Attach metal or plastic holder on the tray casing in accordance with the position of each corresponding mounting holes on the motherboard.
3. Place the motherboard on the casing so that the head holder tray out of the hole on the motherboard. Replace the locking screw on each metal holder.
4. Attach frame I / O ports (I / O Shield) on the motherboard if any.
5. Replace the casing tray that is mounted on the chassis and lock the motherboard with screws.


 6. Installing the Power Supply
 
     Some type of casing is equipped with power supply. When the power supply is not included then the way the installation is as follows:


1. Enter the power supply on the shelf at the back of the casing. Replace the four screws to lock.
2. Connect the power connector from the power supply to the motherboard. ATX power connector types have only one way of installation so it will not be reversed. For non-ATX type connectors with two separate cables then ground black must be placed side by side and mounted in the middle of the motherboard power connector. Connect the power cord for the fan, if using a fan for cooling the CPU.


7. Installing the Motherboard and VGA Cables
 
    Once the motherboard is installed in the casing next step is to install the cable I / O on the motherboard and the casing panels.
  



1. Connect the data cable for the floppy drive connector on the floppy controller on the motherboard
2. Attach the IDE cable to the primary and secondary IDE connector on the motherboard.
3. For non-ATX motherboard. Connect the serial and parallel port cable to the connector on the motherboard. Note the position of pin 1 to install.
4. On the back of the casing there is a hole to install additional types of non-slot port. Open the lock plate screw holes covered lalumasukkan port connector port that you want to install and plug the screw again.
5. When the mouse port is not available at the back of the card casing mouse connector should be installed and connected to the mouse connector on the motherboard.
6. Wiring connectors on the front panel of the switch casing, LED, internal speakers and ports are mounted in front of the casing when the motherboard. Check your motherboard diagram to locate the proper connector


8. Installing the Drive
 
     The procedure to install the hard disk drive, floppy, CD ROM, CD-RW or DVD is the same as follows:
  


1. Pellet dislodged the cover drive bay (space for the drive on the casing)
2. Enter from the front drive bays with the first set the jumper settings (as master or slave) on the drive.
3. Adjust the position of the screw holes on the drive and the casing and replace the retaining screw drive.
4. Connect the IDE cable connector to the drive and the connector on the motherboard (the connector is used first primary)
5. Repeat steps 1 samapai 4 for each installation of the drive.
6. When the IDE cable connected to the du drives make sure the jumper setting differences both the first drive set as master and the other as slave.
7. Secondary IDE connector on the motherboard can be used to connect two additional drives.
8. The floppy drive is connected to a special connector on the motherboard floppy
Connect the power cord from the power supply to each drive.
 

9. Installing Adapter Card
 
     A common adapter card is installed for the video cards, sound, network, modem and SCSI adapters. Video card should generally be mounted and installed before any other adapter card. How to install the adapter:
 



1. Hold the adapter card at the edges, avoid touching the electronic components or circuits. Press the card until the connectors fit on the expansion slot on the motherboard
2. Replace the retaining screw to the chassis card
3. Reconnect the internal cables to the card, if any.

 

10. Final Settlement




1. Replace the chassis cover by sliding 2. connect the cable from the power supply into a wall socket. 3. Connect the monitor to the video card port. 4. Plug the telephone cord into the modem port if any. 5. Connect the keyboard cable connector and plug the mouse into the mouse port or serial poert (depending on the type of mouse). 6. Connect other external devices such as speakers, joystick, and microphone if there is to the corresponding port. Check the manual of the adapter cards to ensure the location of the port.
Testing

   
The new computer is assembled can be tested by running the BIOS setup program. How to perform tests with the BIOS program as follows: 1. Turn on the monitor and system unit. Note the display monitor and the sound from the speakers. 2. FOST program of the BIOS will automatically detect the hardware installed in the computer. If there are errors then display a blank monitor and speaker emits an audible as a code indication of errors. Check the reference BIOS code to find the error indication is meant by the beep codes. 3. If no error occurs then the monitor displays the execution of the POST program. ekan the BIOS interrupt according to the instructions on screen to enter the BIOS setup program. 4. Check all the hardware detection by the BIOS setup program. Some settings may have changed in value, especially the capacity of hard drives and boot sequence. 5. Save the changes to the settings and exit the BIOS setup.
   
After exiting the BIOS setup, the computer will load the operating system by searching sequence corresponding settings in the BIOS boot sequence. Insert the bootable diskette or CD containing the operating system to drive the search.
Troubleshooting  
A common problem in computer assembly and handling, among others: 1. Computer or monitor is not lit, probably caused by the switch or power cord disconnected. 2. Card adapter is not detected due to the installation of card not fitting into the slot /
   
LED of the hard disk, floppy or CD is on hold due to wrong wiring or connector pins are not connected right. Good luck and Good Work.
 

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