Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region V
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF SORSOGON

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET

Quarter - 1

TECHNOLOGY AND LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION – Grade 9

Computer Systems Servicing

Student Name: ______________________ Grade & Section: _________________

Teacher: ___________________________ Date Submitted: _________________

I. INTRODUCTORY CONCEPT

Assembling of computer components refers to collection computer hardware which is the

collection of physical components that consists a computer system . computer hardware is the
physical parts or components of a computer such as monitor, keyboard computer data storage,
hard disk drive, graphics cards , sound card, memory and soon , all of which are tangible physical
objects.

This section discusses a step-by-step computer assembly infographic to show you how to
assemble your own PC, complete with pictures for each step along the way.

II. LEARNING COMPETENCIES

LO.1 Assemble computer hardware (TLE_IACSS9-12ICCS-Ia-e-28)

1.6 Assemble computer hardware in accordance with established procedures and system
requirements
Objectives:
1. Recall the computer assembly procedure.
2. Identify the correct sequence of computer disassembly procedure.
3. Assemble and disassemble computer system unit

III. ACTIVITIES

A. LESSON INFORMATION

How to assemble a Computer System Unit

This part is all about CPU assembling. Specifically, you have to be very careful with this
process.
Following are the steps to assemble CPU:
1. Take Inventory
2. Make space and time
3. Prepare your CPU case
4. Install motherboard
5. Install the processor
6. Install the processor heat sink
7. Install the RAM
8. Install SMPS
9. Install the HDD
10. Install CD/DVD drive
11. Connect Expansion cards
12. Install SYS/Rear cooling fan
13. Bus cable connection
14. Power Cable connection
15. Front Panel connector connection

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 1. Take Inventory:
Before you start, take inventory of your parts. Make sure you have the following components
and tools with you.
✓ Case/ Tower/Cabinet
✓ Motherboard
✓ Processor
✓ HeatSink and CPU Fan
✓ SMPS
✓ Hard disk drive
✓ CD/ DVD drive
✓ RAM
✓ CMOS Battery
✓ A good screwdriver sets

2. Make Space, Make Time:

Building a PC takes space. You can use your dining room table to build your PC. So, make sure
you have plenty of working space and a few hours to proceed with minimal interruption. You
must work on a flat, stable tabletop surface or bare floor, where you have room to lay out all of
the items, to begin with, assemble.

3. Prepare your CPU cabinet:

Now it is time to prepare the case. Remove the case cover from the CPU cabinet.
You need to check Screw brass standoffs are perfectly placed or not. If it is not in a proper
position, in that case, you need to position them accurately. (always check the manual and
follow their instructions)

4. INSTALL THE MOTHERBOARD:

Fig: motherboard and Back panel

cover
You must take great care, especially when installing the motherboard. First, remove the
motherboard of its packaging and put it on top of the antistatic bag it came in. Remember, you
always want to safeguard your components from potentially hazardous static electricity.

1. You need to secure the motherboard onto the PC case/chassis and inspect carefully for any
visible defects.
2. Next, review the motherboard handbook, to make sure you are familiar with the motherboard
layout and understand which socket is which. Manuals are immensely helpful, usually easy to
read, and include illustrations instructions.
3. Check the layout of the sockets on the motherboard. And confirm that the ports on your
motherboard’s back panel match the holes on the case’s Input/output (I/O) shield installed in
your case. If it is necessary, then remove the old I/O shield by tapping it firmly a few times with
the thicker end of a screwdriver. And then replace it with the shield that came with the new
motherboard.
4. You need carefully position the motherboard on top of the brass standoffs. After that line up all
the holes, use the screws that accompanied the case to fasten down the motherboard.
5. Don’t forget to place the CMOS in the proper position.

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 5. INSTALL THE PROCESSOR (CPU):

Fig: CPU placement

1. Use the unlocking mechanism to open the CPU socket which is, usually a lever.
2. Carefully line up the pins and place the chip in its socket; it will fit only when oriented correctly.
An arrow or a missing pin on one corner of the chip will show you how to line things up.
3. Align with the triangular symbol with the processor and socket key marks, as shown in the
Figure.
4. Lower the lever to lock the CPU into place.
6. INSTALL THE CPU HEAT SINK:
You should follow the manufacturer instructions to install the heat sink and the cooling fan. If
you bought an OEM CPU and a separate heat sink, then you need to spread a thin layer of the
thermal grease over the chip. The thermal grease ensures proper transfer of heat.

There are some heat sinks that come with this grease already applied. In that case, you don’t
need to use thermal grease over the chip.

1. Attach the clip that holds the heat sink in place, keeping in mind that it may require a fair amount
of force. Again, follow the instructions that came with the heat sink. They will show you how to fit
it correctly. If you are in doubt, you can visit the manufacturer’s website for more information.
2. Plug the CPU fan’s power connector into the proper connector on the motherboard.

7. INSTALL RAM MEMORY:

Fig: Install RAM

1. Unlock the two tabs from both ends of the RAM slot.
2. To install the RAM, insert them into the proper sockets and push down firmly but evenly until the
clips on both sides of the socket pop into place. If your motherboard supports dual-channel
memory, consult the user manual to determine which pairs of RAM sockets you should use.
8. Install the Power Supply Unit (SMPS):

Fig: Install Power supply unit (SMPS)

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 1. Place the SMPS inside the CPU cabinet in the proper position. If you are not able to find
the correct location, then check the manual.
2. Final steps, to install SMPS, you need to tighten the screw to secure the SMPS to the
case.
9. To install HDD:
You can see a 3.5 inch bay inside the CPU cabinet. If you are unable to find it, then check the
manual of the case to identify the bay location.
Place the HDD inside the bay properly and tighten the screw.

Fig: Install drives

10. To install CD/DVD:
You can see a 5.25 inch bay inside the CPU cabinet. If you are unable to find it, check the
manual of the case to identify the bay location.
Place the CD/DVD inside the CPU cabinet to align with the 5.25-inch bay. And, finally, you need
to tighten all the screws to hold firmly.

11. Install Expansion cards:

Expansion cards help to increase the functionality of your computer. You can place Expansion
cards on the motherboard.

Fig: Install Expansion Cards

➢ PCI compatible expansion cards can place on the PCI slots of the motherboard.
➢ PCI-e compatible expansion cards can place on the PCI-e slots of the motherboard.
➢ Video cards or graphics cards can place on the AGP slot of the motherboard.
➢ You must know about various parts of a motherboard such that, you can effortlessly
identify the different connectors.

12. Install Sys/Rear cooling fan:

Cooling Fans

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Find the location where you can place the Sys/Rear cooling Fan. Generally, SYS/Rear cooling
can place below the SMPS.

Fig: Cooling fans

13. Bus cable connection:
Amazingly, bus cable or data cable connections are prime connections. Bus cable helps to
share information or data between the storage device and motherboard.

sata-pata bus and

connector
If your motherboard has a SATA Bus connector, then you need to use SATA cables. AND if
your motherboard has a PATA Bus connector, then you can use PATA cable or IDE cable.

In general, two bus cables need to connect inside the CPU. First, Bus cable connects the HDD
and motherboard. And the second Bus cable connects the CD/DVD drive and motherboard.

14. Power Cable connection:

Fig: Cable connection

This one is the final step of assembling a CPU. You need to provide power to the different parts
of the CPU. Plug the ATX power connector from your power supply into the matching port on
your motherboard.

1. You can find a 20/24 pins ATX power connector port on the motherboard. The 20/24
pins ATX power connector cable coming from SMPS needs to connect here. Check the lock
system in both ends of the connector and the port, and place it properly. As always, refer to
your motherboard’s manual for the exact locations.
2. There is another 4-pins ATX power connector port, you can find on the motherboard.
You can locate this port near the processor socket. You must connect the 4-pins power
connector in this port properly.

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15. Front Panel connector connection:
Use your motherboard user manual and find the description of front-panel connectors.

First, Attach each of the tiny leads from the power and reset switches. After that, the hard-disk
activity lights, the PC speaker, and any front-panel USB to the corresponding pin on your
motherboard.

How to Disassemble a Computer System Unit

Step 1: Unplugging

Unplug ever cable that is connected to the computer

Wear a grounding strap or touch an unpainted metal part of the computer to discharge any
static electricity. If you walk across a carpet at any point, touch an unpainted metal part of the
computer again to discharge the built up static electricity.

Step 2: The Casing

After you computer is unplugged move to a clean working space, preferably a table.

First off all, take the black casing off the PC by sliding it towards the front side.Then place the
case at the side as you don’t need it anymore.

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Step 3: The Power Supply

The Power Supply manages all the power for the computer

The Power Supply is a large metal box located in the top left corner.
The power supply supplies power to every component in a computer, therefore it has the most
wires out of every other component in the computer. The first thing you do is unplug every wire
coming from the power supply. The list below is every thing that you have to disconnect:
▪ Motherboard (very large connector/plug)
▪ CD/DVD drive[s] power
▪ Internal hard drive power
▪ Portable hard drive slot power
Once everything is unplugged, unscrew the screws holding the power supply in place, on the
back of the computer. Next, push the power supply from the outside, then lift it out.

Keep the screws/bolt aside in a bag so when you assembling it back, it will be easier.

Step 4: CD/DVD Drive

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This one of the easiest components to remove. Just push the grey metal and pull out the drive.
If you don't have a second drive, there should be a flat piece of metal covering the drive slot.

Step 5: System Fan

Most computers have two fans: the system fan, the one blowing air into the computer, and the
CPU fan, the one blowing air onto the CPU heat sink.
The system fan is located at the back side of the computer, the side with all the component
plugins.
First, unplug the fan from the motherboard. You can find the plug by following the wire from the
fan.
It should be labeled "SYS_FAN1". Next, you will have to unscrew the fan from the outside.
You should now be able to lift the fan out of the PC.
Keep the screws/bolt aside in a bag so when you assembling it back, it will be easier.

Step 6: CPU Fan

The CPU fan is located right on top of the CPU heat sink, which is a large piece of metal with
fins on the top. The CPU fan plugs into the motherboard which is hard to access. But just follow
the wires and you should easily find it.

To remove the fan from the heat sink, remove the four screws securing it in place.

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Step 7: Hard Drive and Floppy Disk

Remove the metal casing on the top side of the PC.

Remove the hard drive and floppy disk combo from the computer. Then, remove each.
Keep the screws/bolt aside in a bag so when you assembling it back, it will be easier.

Step 8: The Power Switch

To remove the button, you will need to push it from the back, the side with the wires. For
clarification, see the pictures.

Step 9: RAM (Random Access Memory)

A RAM is a s the memory or information storage in a computer that is used to store running
programs and data for the programs. So, the more RAM you have, the faster your computer
runs. Most computers have 4 or 2 RAM slots.

To remove the RAM, push down on both tabs holding the RAM in place, which are located at
both ends of the RAM.

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Step 10: CPU

Remove the CPU by working the lever. Handle with care.

Step 11: Heat Sinker

Take out the heat sink through the lever, handle with care.

Step 12: The Motherboard

The motherboard is the mother of the computer! The motherboard links every component in the
computer together. The CPU, RAM, and expansion cards are attached directly to it, and every
other part of the computer is in one way or another attached to it.

The motherboard has seven screws holding it to the frame, which are indicated by large white
circles around them. Remove those seven, then lift the motherboard out of the frame.

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Keep the screws/bolt aside in a bag so when you assembling it back, it will be easier.

Step 13: Done

These are all the components that are disassemble from the PC.

Check your PC Set-Up:

It is time to turn on your system and check your PC set up. Make sure the keyboard, mouse,
and monitor are all plugged into the appropriate ports on the back of the PC. Plug the power
cord back in, and turn the machine on.

To boot a computer, you need hardware and software. Till now you have understood to
assemble a computer. If you want to work on that computer you need to install an Operating
System

STEP-BY-STEP COMPUTER ASSEMBLY INFOGRAPHIC

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B. TASK 1:
Write the procedure on how to assemble computer system unit. Write your answer on your
answer sheet.

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C. TASK 2.
Arrange the computer parts/procedure following the correct disassembly sequence. Write your
answer on your answer sheet.
Step 1: CD/DVD Drive
Step 2: CPU
Step 3: CPU Fan
Step 4: Hard Drive and Floppy Disk
Step 5: Heat Sinker
Step 6: RAM (Random Access
Memory)
Step 7: System Fan
Step 8: The Casing
Step 9: The Motherboard
Step 10: The Power Supply
Step 11: The Power Switch
Step 12: Unplugging

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D. TASK 3: PERFORMANCE TASK

Arangge the correct procedure on how to DISASSEMBLE computer system unit by writing the
number on the space provided.

Open the cover case Remove the power supply Unplug the external cables

Disconnect all the cables & Remove the Hard disk drive Remove the CD/DVD drives
wires

Detach the memory (RAM) Remove the power CPU fan Detach the CPU

Remove the motherboard Remove the expansion card

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 Write the procedure on how to ASSEMBLE computer system unit

1. Install the motherboard 2. 3.

4. 5. 6.

7. 8. 9.

10. 11.

IV. RUBRICS

DISASSEMBLE COMPUTER

CRITERIA SCORE /RATE

Arrange with complete and correct procedure in computer disassemble 10
Arrange at least 8-10 correct procedure in computer disassemble 8
Arrange at least 5-7 correct procedure in computer disassemble 6
Arrange at least 1-4 correct procedure in computer disassemble 4
Arrange the procedure but no correct answer 2
No answer at all 1

ASSEMBLE COMPUTER

CRITERIA SCORE /RATE

Can write the correct and complete procedure in computer assemble 10
Can write at least 8-10 correct procedure in computer assemble 8
Can write at least 5-7 correct procedure in computer assemble 6
Can write at least 1-4 correct procedure in computer assemble 4
Can write the procedure but no correct answer 2
No answer at all 1

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V. EVALUATION

List down the correct procedure on how to assemble & disassemble computer system unit
Assemble computer system unit Disassemble computer system unit

VI. ANSWER KEY

Task 1: Task 2:

1. Take Inventory Unplugging

2. Make space and time The Casing
3. Prepare your CPU case The Power Supply
4. Install motherboard RAM (Random Access Memory)
5. Install the processor CD/DVD Drive
6. Install the processor heat sink CPU
7. Install the RAM System Fan
8. Install SMPS CPU Fan
9. Install the HDD Hard Drive and Floppy Disk
10. Install CD/DVD drive The Power Switch
11. Connect Expansion cards Heat Sinker
12. Install SYS/Rear cooling fan The Motherboard
13. Bus cable connection
14. Power Cable connection
15. Front Panel connector connection

Evaluation
Assemble computer system unit Disassemble computer system unit
1. Take Inventory
2. Make space and time Unplugging
3. Prepare your CPU case The Casing
4. Install motherboard The Power Supply
5. Install the processor RAM (Random Access Memory)
6. Install the processor heat sink CD/DVD Drive
7. Install the RAM CPU
8. Install SMPS System Fan
9. Install the HDD CPU Fan
10. Install CD/DVD drive Hard Drive and Floppy Disk
11. Connect Expansion cards The Power Switch
12. Install SYS/Rear cooling fan Heat Sinker
13. Bus cable connection The Motherboard
14. Power Cable connection
15. Front Panel connector connection

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VII. REFLECTION

Direction: Reflect on the following questions below, then write your responses on your
answer sheet.

Directions. Kindly share the what you’ve learned by completing the statement below. Write down
your insights on the spaces provided.

3 Things that you’ve learned today

__________________________________________________________
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2 lesson that you can apply on your daily life

__________________________________________________________
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1 thing that you want to know/explore more

__________________________________________________________

VIII. REFERENCES

https://www.beens.org/computer-hardware-safety-rules/
https://computerassemblyfordummies.wordpress.com/overview/safety-precautions/
https://www.ciscopress.com/articles/article.asp?p=2086239&seqNum=4
http://www.pcbuildadvisor.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/How-to-build-a-computer-PC-
step-by-step-infographic.jpg

LAS DEVELOPMENT TEAM:

Writer:
Ervin G. Balaston
Teacher II
Bulan NHS

Reviewers:

Daisy M. Balaston
Carlos M. Gripon
Bulan NHS

Juvylyn G. Conda
Gate NHS

Vanessa B. Imperial
Alcoba NHS

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