[PDF] Servicing Personal Computers 3rd Edition eBook

Author : Michael Tooley
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Page : 0 pages
File Size : 12,19 MB
Release : 2014
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Servicing Personal Computers, Third Edition focuses on processes, techniques, and methodologies involved in servicing personal computers. The publication first elaborates on microcomputer systems and test equipment. Discussions focus on data communications test equipment, choosing test gear, microprocessors, random access memory, parallel input and output, memory mapped input and output, and raster scan displays. The manuscript then takes a look at fault diagnosis and tape and disk drives. Concerns include disk and cassette drives, initial check procedure, testing the CPU board, and fault finding on an RS-232 interface. The book examines printers and monitors, servicing the IBM PC and compatibles, and servicing 68000-based microcomputers. Topics include fault finding 68000-based micromputers, Apple Macintosh, 68000 based systems, 68030 and 68040, support devices, useful memory locations, 8086 and 8088 microprocessors, and user and supervisor modes. The publication is a vital source of data for computer engineers and researchers interested in servicing personal computers.

Author : Michael Tooley
Publisher : Newnes
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 37,98 MB
Release : 2014-05-12
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1483193675

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Servicing Personal Computers, Third Edition focuses on processes, techniques, and methodologies involved in servicing personal computers. The publication first elaborates on microcomputer systems and test equipment. Discussions focus on data communications test equipment, choosing test gear, microprocessors, random access memory, parallel input and output, memory mapped input and output, and raster scan displays. The manuscript then takes a look at fault diagnosis and tape and disk drives. Concerns include disk and cassette drives, initial check procedure, testing the CPU board, and fault finding on an RS-232 interface. The book examines printers and monitors, servicing the IBM PC and compatibles, and servicing 68000-based microcomputers. Topics include fault finding 68000-based micromputers, Apple Macintosh, 68000 based systems, 68030 and 68040, support devices, useful memory locations, 8086 and 8088 microprocessors, and user and supervisor modes. The publication is a vital source of data for computer engineers and researchers interested in servicing personal computers.

Author : Michael H. Tooley
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 24,95 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Microcomputers
ISBN : 9780750617574

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This book sets out the principles and practice of personal computer servicing in a handy reference manual. It contains a wealth of information, including a large number of circuits and block diagrams. Some of the latest software diagnostic routines have been included together with listings and, where appropriate, actual screen dumps. This fourth edition has been completely rewritten to cover the latest technology such as 32-bit microprocessors and serial communications servicing. Although silicon technology is inherently very reliable, the complexity of today's personal computers renders them prone to failure from a number of common causes - and some that are not quite so common! In addition, other parts of the system (including such peripherals as tape and disk drives, printers, modems and monitors) may require routine adjustment and preventive maintenance. This completely rewritten fourth edition still covers the whole range of microcomputer equipment, but now also gives a guide to developments and trends such as the new generation of diagnostic software, code for which is included in the book, and applications such as serial communication, and memory and hard disk management. Reviews of previous editions 'A real gem. Some necessary theory is put over brilliantly...excellent chapters on equipment and trouble shooting, and the packed book ends up with a magic reference section.' Computer in Schools 'This book is worth having to test equipment usage techniques alone - the other information is a bonus.' Electronic Technology 'Welcome indeed is Michael Tooley's exhaustive but easy-to-use book...it will go a long way to overcoming the awful problem of equipment faults.' Laboratory Equipment Digest 'At last a crucial gap in the huge pile of microcomputer literature is filled - and this book fills the gap so well it'll be hard to beat.' Education Equipment 'A very worthwhile publication.' Television 'This is an excellent book and recommended.' Computing This is an enormously thorough book on how PCs and peripherals work and what to do when they don't.' PC Plus Magazine, June 1995

Author : Cheryl A. Schmidt
Publisher : Addison Wesley Publishing Company
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 10,68 MB
Release : 2001-06
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781576760673

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Comprehensive text useful for the novice or a student with some knowledge of computer or peripheral installation, configuration and repair. Includes lab exercises and certification review questions.

Author : R. P. Beales
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 14,87 MB
Release : 2006-08-11
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1136374426

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Written in a straightforward, easy to read style, Rob Beales provides the knowledge and techniques needed to build, troubleshoot, and maintain personal computer systems. Divided into three parts, Part 1 forms an introduction to digital computers, leading the reader through the various parts of a modern PC system, including popular peripherals and networking concepts. Part 2 contains a step-by-step guide on the assembly and configuration of a complete state-of-the-art PC system, including a section on the use of important Windows 98 / ME / 2000 / XP applications and components. Part 3 covers preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance, based in typical current work practice – a major part of the IT practitioner’s work schedule. Case Studies and practical worked examples are included throughout the text, with additional Case Studies, specifically aimed to meet the requirements of e-Quals courses on an accompanying website. Further web resources include key figures from the text available to download in full-colour, with a wealth of extra material covering Binary / Hex and basic logic functions; ASCII tables; Connector types and pinouts; Bus slots; RAM slots and further useful website links. Updated throughout in line with current technologies, the second edition is also designed to cover the latest specifications of BTEC National and City and Guilds e-Quals (400 and 500) courses, and the A+ certification, in addition to meeting the needs of the general PC user.

Author : Barry Press
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 970 pages
File Size : 38,83 MB
Release : 1996-01-01
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780764530234

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PC Upgrade and Repair Bible, 3rd Edition brings together the personal and professional editions of this popular series into one enormously comprehensive volume. Whether you just bought your first computer or are an IT professional managing thousands of workstations, this book is indispensable. Virtually all descriptive upgrade sequences and graphics have been updated for today's technology, and all of the current issues pertaining to Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, and Windows 2000 are fully explained in easy-to-understand language. Plus, PC Upgrade and Repair Bible, 3rd Edition includes product reviews and comparisons, a Q&A, and an exhaustive online vendor list. This book is ideal if you want to: Evaluate the suitability of upgrading an existing computer. Determine the upgrades needed to make an under-powered machine suitable for your specific purposes. Specify an effective new configuration of an existing machine to meet your requirements. Build a new machine from components that precisely meet your needs. Design an approach for integrating personal computers into local area networks, wide area networks, and the Internet. Tune your computer system for peak performance. Repair or install upgrades into an existing machine.

Author : Dan Gookin
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 48,92 MB
Release : 2017-05-12
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1119378370

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Stop being a prisoner to your PC! Need a PC problem fixed in a pinch? Presto! Troubleshooting & Maintaining Your PC All-in-One For Dummies offers 5 books in 1 and takes the pain out of wading through those incomprehensible manuals, or waiting for a high-priced geek to show up days or weeks after you need them. Arming you with everything you need to get that pesky PC working for you ASAP, this handy guide walks you through all the steps to restoring whatever's making your PC go rogue —so you can get back to making it work for you. There's nothing worse than firing up your PC only to discover it's inexplicably unresponsive. With this guide, you'll gain all the skills and insight you need to need to bring it back to life —and to prevent it from ever leaving you in the lurch again. Find out what's behind common PC problems Solve email and web woes, both big and small Perform regular maintenance and get serious about backups Troubleshoot to find solutions to your issues and learn proper maintenance to head off future headaches! Your PC problems aren't as big as you think! Take matters into your own hands with the helpful instruction provided inside this book!

Author : Art Margolis
Publisher : Tab Books
Page : 679 pages
File Size : 45,49 MB
Release : 1991-01-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780830621866

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Identifies the most common computer problems, locates chips in the IBM PC and the Apple IIe, describes performance tests, and reviews techniques for repairing display monitors and disk drives

Author : Dan L. Beeson
Publisher :
Page : 484 pages
File Size : 44,64 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Computers
ISBN :

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Disk contains: diagnostic programs SysChk 2.42, BurnIn 4.5, Wintune 1.0.24, and The Troubleshooter (a time-limited version).

Author : Colin Grimston
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,67 MB
Release : 1997
Category : Micrcomputers
ISBN : 9780340645451

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The personal computer is now an essential part of modern life. However, the internal workings of this modern miracle remain an enigma to most of us. 'PC Maintenance, An Introduction to Upgrade and Repair' seeks to demystify the subject. It is ideal for students of Information Technology, Electronic Servicing and Microcomputer Technology, but the PC enthusiast will also find it fascinating. The text can be used as a series of tutorials or can be delved into as a reference. The first section covers the introductory principles and basic jargon, whilst the second section concentrates on valuable fault-finding techniques. The practical details are discussed in the third section, from removing the cover, through simple component identification, to more detailed dismantling and upgrading. Finally, the appendices contain useful reference data and useful proforma sheets for recording system details.