Fix My Own Computer

As a follow up to the previous post, here’s a very entertaining and modern lecture about the inner workings of a computer, created as an introduction to computing for first year computer science and engineering students at UNSW.

Even though computing technology has improved drastically over the last 2 decades, the basic foundation is still the same - CPU, Motherboard, Hard Drive, RAM, Power Supply and Video Card, etc…. Here’s a video from the 90′ released by the Computer Museum, that will make you feel like your watching the Magic School Bus, which takes an interesting and a funny look at how the workings of a 1990’s computer.

Here are some videos which were created as training material for anyone looking to take and pass the A+ exam. A+ is an exam which measures the proficiency of understanding, troubleshooting and repairing basic computer problems. These videos are also useful for anyone looking to learn everything, from A to Z, about computers. Watch these videos and you’ll be a computer pro in no time. Make sure you click on “Read the rest of this entry to see all the videos”.

This is a 3 part Video outlining what you need to build a “KICK ASS” Game computer. The videos explain how to select correct hardware as well as proper installation of that hardware. This video can be used by not only Game enthusiasts but regular PC users looking to put together a nifty system.

Part 1

As important as it is to humans to intake fluids to stay cool on a hot day, so is it for CPU’s to stay cool inside your tower. Insufficient cooling is what leads to most CPU damages, this video will explain how to properly cool your CPU so it can take a licking and keep on ticking.

This video is CompTIA A+ focused.

This video explains how to properly install and remove an AMD XP64 and Duran Chip and heat sink. Video also explains how to properly ground yourself so you don’t cause damage to electrical component from static discharge.

Installing a component into a computer is usually a fairly easy task, but sometimes installing a CPU can be very tricky and if you don’t properly handle it, you can easily break the delicate pins and no warranty in the world will cover the replacement. This video is from Intel and shows how to properly handle and install an Intel CPU Chip into a motherboard. Don’t forget to either use paste or pad before installing the heat sink.

If you ever wondered whats on the inside of a computer, this video will dissect and explain the internal PC components part by part.

Are you sick of hearing noise from you PC Fan? The video shows you exactly how to get rid of that noise and have your pc run quietly.

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