This document is a step-by-step guide on personal computer assembly and disassembly, outlining the importance of learning these skills for cost savings, customization, and troubleshooting. It includes required tools, safety precautions, an overview of internal and external components, and detailed steps for assembling and disassembling a PC. Additionally, it highlights common mistakes to avoid and troubleshooting tips.

1. Personal Computer
Assembly and Disassembly
A step-by-step guide…
Lesson 1 and 2
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2. Why Learn PC Assembly and
Disassembly?
•Cost savings
•Customization
•Learning opportunity
•Troubleshooting skills
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3. Required Tools and Equipment
•Basic Tools:
Screwdrivers (Philips, flat-head)
Anti-static wrist strap
Tweezers
Thermal paste (optional)
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4. Required Tools and Equipment
•Optional Tools:
Cable ties
Compressed air
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5. Safety Precautions
•Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Safety:
Use an anti-static wrist strap.
Work on a non-conductive surface.
•General Precautions:
Power off the PC.
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6. Overview of PC Components
•INTERNAL COMPONENTS:
•Motherboard
•CPU
•RAM
•Power Supply Unit (PSU)
•Storage (HDD/SSD)
•Graphics Card
•Cooling System
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7. Overview of PC Components
•EXTERNAL COMPONENTS:
•Monitor
•Keyboard
•Mouse
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8. Steps to Assemble a PC
1. Prepare Workspace
•Clean and organized area.
2. Install Components:
•Step 1. Opening the Outer Shell/Case
•Step2. Installing the System Fan
•Step3. Installing the CPU Fan
•Step4. Installing the Power Supply
•Step5. CD/ DVD Drive(s) (optional)
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9. Steps to Assemble a PC
•Step6. Hard Drive
•Step7. Memory (RAM)
•Step8. Motherboard
•Step9. Close the outer shell/case
•Step10. Plugging
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10. Steps to Disassemble a PC
•Step1. Unplugging
•Step2.Opening the Outer Shell/Case
•Step3. Removing the System Fan
•Step4. Removing the CPU Fan
•Step5. Removing the Power Supply
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11. Common Mistakes to Avoid
•Forgetting to use anti-static
measures.
•Applying too much/little thermal
paste.
•Incorrect cable connections.
•Over-tightening screws.
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12. Troubleshooting Tips
•No Power:
Check PSU switch and connections.
•No Display:
Ensure GPU and monitor connections are
secure.
•Overheating:
Verify cooling systems and thermal paste.
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