Most
3.1
There are different methods for opening cases. To learn how to open a particular computer case, consult the user manual or manufacturer's website. Most computer cases are opened in one of the following ways:
The computer case cover can be removed as one piece.
The top and side panels of the case can be removed.
The top of the case may need to be removed before the side panels can be removed.
3.2
These are the power supply installation steps:
Insert the power supply into the case.
Align the holes in the power supply with the holes in the case.
Secure the power supply to the case using the proper screws. | | | | Optional ActivityVirtual Desktop: Power Supply
System requirements for the virtual desktop include a minimum of 512 MB RAM and Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system.
Complete the power supply layer in the virtual desktop.Lab: Install the Power Supply Introduction Print and complete this lab. In this lab, you will install a power supply in a computer case. Recommended Equipment Power supply with a compatible form factor to the computer case Computer case Tool kit Power supply screws Step 1 Remove the screws from the side panels. Remove the side panels from the computer case. Step 2 Align the screw holes in the power supply with the screw holes in the case. Secure the power supply to the case with the power supply screws. Step 3 If the power supply has a voltage selection switch, set this switch to match the voltage in your area. What is the voltage in your area? How many screws secure the power supply in the case? What is the total wattage of the power supply? This lab is complete. Please have the instructor verify your work. | | |
3.3
This section details the steps to install components on the motherboard and then install the motherboard into the computer case.
After completing this section, you will meet these objectives: * Install a CPU and a heat sink/fan assembly. * Install the RAM. * Install the
There are different methods for opening cases. To learn how to open a particular computer case, consult the user manual or manufacturer's website. Most computer cases are opened in one of the following ways:
The computer case cover can be removed as one piece.
The top and side panels of the case can be removed.
The top of the case may need to be removed before the side panels can be removed.
3.2
These are the power supply installation steps:
Insert the power supply into the case.
Align the holes in the power supply with the holes in the case.
Secure the power supply to the case using the proper screws. | | | | Optional ActivityVirtual Desktop: Power Supply
System requirements for the virtual desktop include a minimum of 512 MB RAM and Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system.
Complete the power supply layer in the virtual desktop.Lab: Install the Power Supply Introduction Print and complete this lab. In this lab, you will install a power supply in a computer case. Recommended Equipment Power supply with a compatible form factor to the computer case Computer case Tool kit Power supply screws Step 1 Remove the screws from the side panels. Remove the side panels from the computer case. Step 2 Align the screw holes in the power supply with the screw holes in the case. Secure the power supply to the case with the power supply screws. Step 3 If the power supply has a voltage selection switch, set this switch to match the voltage in your area. What is the voltage in your area? How many screws secure the power supply in the case? What is the total wattage of the power supply? This lab is complete. Please have the instructor verify your work. | | |
3.3
This section details the steps to install components on the motherboard and then install the motherboard into the computer case.
After completing this section, you will meet these objectives: * Install a CPU and a heat sink/fan assembly. * Install the RAM. * Install the