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COMPUTER SYSTEMS

SERVICING
NCII
UNIT II – UNDERSTANDING Basic Computer Components
LESSON 3: Hand Tools and
Equipment
INTRODUCTION
Most tools used in computer system servicing are
hand tools. These can be part of a computer repair
toolkit as well. In this lesson, you will learn about the
common hand tools and equipment that you will be
using especially in handling computer equipment
such as disassembly/assembly of a computer, as well
as repair and maintenance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS

01 Electrostatic Discharge
Tools 02 Hand Tools

03 Cleaning Tools 04 Diagnostic Tools


01
Electrostatic Discharge
TOOLS
When working with electronic equipment, it is important
to make sure that there is no static electricity to avoid
damage of computer parts.

Static electricity can be easily generated by friction on


carpets, clothing, hair, fabric, flooring, etc.
Thus, these tools should be utilized:

Anti-static wrist wrap – Worn to


prevent ESD damage to computer
hardware.

Anti-static mat – Used to stand on or


place tools to prevent buildup of static
electricity.
HAND
02 TOOLS
Pliers – for firmly holding Precision Tools – for removing
small parts. screws of various sizes.

Torx Screwdriver – for loosening LAN Tester – for testing


or tightening screws that have a connectivity of LAN cables.
star-like head.
Crimping Tool – for
locking RJ45 into
UTP cables Philips Screwdriver – for loosening
or tightening Philip-head screws
Flat Head Screwdriver –
for loosening or tightening
slotted screws
Desoldering Tool – for removing
solder from a circuit board
Wire Stripper – for stripping or
cutting wires

Brush – for removing dust from


the components

Magnifying Glass – aids visually when


looking at small screws/components
CLEANING
TOOLS 03
Lint-free cloth – For cleaning
computer parts without leaving
marks or scratches.

Cable Ties – Used to organize and


bundle cable together.

Parts organizer – For holding and


organizing screws and other small
computer parts.
04
DIAGNOSTICS
TOOLS
Digital Multimeter – A tool that
can be used to measure amps,
volts, and ohms. It can test the
integrity of circuits and the
quality of electricity in computer
components. Information is
flashed on the screen.
Loopback Adapter – Also called as loopback plug.
This tool tests the basic functionality of computer
ports. The adapter is specific to the port that you
want to test.
Toner Probe – A two-part tool that generates a tone that
travels the length of the cable. The toner part is attached to a
cable at one end using specific adapters, such as RJ-45, coaxial,
or metal clips. When the probe is near to the cable where the
toner is attached, a tone can be heard from the speaker.
THANKS!
End of Unit 2 Lesson 3

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