IT Essentials: Computer Lab Procedures and Tool Use
IT Essentials: Computer Lab Procedures and Tool Use
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Crimper: Used to attach connectors to wires.
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Punch-down tool: Used to terminate wire into termination blocks.
Some cable connectors must be connected to cables using a punch
down tool.
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Cleaning Tools
• Having the appropriate cleaning tools is
essential when maintaining and repairing
computers. Using the appropriate cleaning
tools helps ensure that computer
components are not damaged during
cleaning. Cleaning tools include the
following:
Soft cloth: Used to clean different computer
components without scratching or leaving debris
Compressed air: Used to blow away dust and debris from
different computer parts without touching the components
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Cable ties: Used to bundle cables neatly
inside and outside of a computer
Parts organizer: Used to hold screws, jumpers, fasteners, and
other small parts and prevents them from getting mixed together
Diagnostic Tools
• Diagnostic tools are used to test and diagnose
equipment. Diagnostic tools include the following:
A digital multimeter, as shown in Figure 2-3, is a
device that can take many types of measurements. It
tests the integrity of circuits and the quality of
electricity in computer components. A digital
multimeter displays the information on an LCD or LED.
A loopback adapter, also called a loopback plug, tests the basic
functionality of computer ports. The adapter is specific to the port
that you want to test.
The toner probe, as shown in Figure 2-4, is a two-part tool. The toner part is connected to a cable at one end
using specific adapters, such as an RJ-45, coaxial, or metal clips. The toner generates a tone that travels the length
of the cable. The probe part traces the cable. When the probe is in near proximity to the cable to which the toner is
attached, the tone can be heard through a speaker in the probe.
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Disk Management Tools