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INFORMATION SHEET 1.1-5 TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTS
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
After reading this Information Sheet, you should be able to:
1. Identify the different tools and equipment used in computer systems and networks
2. Determine the different use and functions of these tools and equipment One important thing to consider before executing a well-planned computer installation is that one must be knowledgeable in the different tools and equipment used in computer systems and networks. Furthermore, the idea on how these tools and equipment are properly used is another important consideration in installing computer systems.
Hardware Tools/Equipment and their Functions
Illustrations
Protective Eyewear
enclose or protect the eye area in order to prevent particulates, infectious fluids, or chemicals from striking the eyes
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Multi-tester or Multi-meter
A multi-meter or a multi-tester, also known as a VOM (Volt-Ohm meter), is an electronic measuring instrument that combines several measurement functions in one unit
Pliers (Assorted)
Pliers is a hand tool used to hold objects firmly, for bending,
or physical compression.
Screwdriver
A screwdriver is a tool for
driving screws and often rotating other machine elements with the mating drive system
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Soldering Gun
A soldering gun is
a tool for soldering metals using tin-based solder to achieve a highly conductive contact
Desoldering Tool
Desoldering tools are used for removing the molten solder so that the joint may be separated.
Allen Wrench
A hex key, Allen key, or Allen wrench (also known by various other synonyms) is a tool of hexagonal cross-section used to drive bolts and screws that have a hexagonal socket in the head
(internal-wrenching hexagon drive)
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Flashlight
A flashlight (or torch in British English) is a hand-held portable electric-powered light source.
Usually the light source is a small incandescent light
bulb or light-emitting diode (LED)
IC Insertion and Extraction Tool
Used for extracting and inserting BIOS Chip
Mirror
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In hardware servicing a mirror is used for inspecting the peripherals
Tweezers
Tweezers are tools used for
picking up objects too small to be easily handled with
the human hands
Antistatic Wrist Strap
An antistatic wrist strap, ESD wrist strap, or ground bracelet is an antistatic device used to
safely ground a person working on very
sensitive electronic equipment, to prevent the buildup of static electricity on their body, which can result in electrostatic discharge (ESD)
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Gloves
A gloves are garments for covering and protecting the whole hand
Printer
a printer is a peripheral which produces a text or graphics of documents stored in
electronic form, usually on physical print media such as paper or transparencies
Computer
A computer is
a programmable machine designed to automatically carry out a
sequence of arithmetic or logical operations
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Windows Operating System CD/DVD
An operating system is used as an intermediary between hardware and software
Device Driver CD/DVD
An application used to install the device and peripherals of a computer systems and networks
RS 232 pin
insertion/extraction tool
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RS232 and D-Sub Pin Insertion and Removal Tool
Computer Networking Tools and Device and
their Functions Illustrations
Crimping Tool
A crimping tool is a tool designed to crimp or connect a connector to the end of a cable. For
example, network cables and phone cables are created using a crimping tool to connect the RJ-45 and RJ-11 connectors to the end of the cable. In the picture to the right, is an example of what a crimping tool looks like.
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This example shows a tool capable of crimping both RJ-11 and RJ-45
connectors.
LAN Tester
A Device used for testing network cable connectivity
UTP Unshielded Twisted Pair Cat 5 Cable
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A cable used for computer
networking
RJ 45 Connector
A plastic connector used for UTP Cable to connect
computers in a network
Ethernet Switch
A network
switch or switching hub is a computer networking
device that
connects network segments or network devices
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References
1. http://www.workcover.nsw.gov.au/OHS/default.htm 2. www.cengageasia.com
3. www.wikipedia.com
SELF-CHECK NO. 1.1-5
A. IDENTIFICATION.
Direction: Identify the Precautions and Procedures write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if the statement is wrong.
________1. Protective Eyewear enclose or protect the nose area in order to prevent particulates, infectious fluids, or chemicals
________2. Uni-tester is an electronic device for measuring instrument that combines several measurement and functions
________3. Fliers are hand tool used to hold objects firmly for beding or physical Compression
________4. A screw is a tool for driving screws and often rotating other machine elements with the mating drive system
________5. A Soldering Gun is a tool for soldering metals using tin-based solder to achieve a highly conductive contact
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B. MATCHING TYPE
Direction: Select your answer on the choices below that will correspond on the statement. Write the letter of your answer on the space provided.
1. Mirror 2. Flash light 3. Gloves 4. Tweezers
5. IC Insertion and Extracting Tool
______ 1. A hand held portable electric light source