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Activity 1: Examining inside the computer’s system unit
Activity 2: Disassembling and reassembling a PC

Caution: These activities should be done under supervised conditions.

Activity 1: Examining inside the computer’s system unit

In the following exercise you will identify the internal components of a PC by removing the case and looking inside it. You will then re-assemble the case. Print these instructions to:

1. Remove the case of the system unit.
2. Identify internal components inside the system unit.
3. Re-assemble the case of the system unit.

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Activity 2: Disassembling and reassembling a PC

This activity involves disconnecting internal peripherals from the motherboard, as well as removing the CPU and memory module. The PC is then re-assembled. Specifically you will:

1. Disassemble the PC
2. Reassemble the PC
3. Install a power supply
4. Install a new motherboard
5. Install storage media
6. Install a range of controller cards (into bus slots).

Firstly, organise your tools and work area. Look at this list of what you’ll need.

Then click on each of the above steps to get your instructions. Follow the steps in the order given.

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