Download or read book Upgrading and Repairing PCs written by Scott Mueller and published by Que Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 1622 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Upgrading and Repairing PCs is the runaway best-selling PC hardware book of all time and one of the best-selling computer books ever! This 15th Edition is loaded with the most up-to-date hardware information anywhere. World-renowned PC hardware expert Scott Mueller has taught thousands in his weeklong seminars and millions through his books, videos and articles. This edition contains hundreds of pages of new material, including the latest in processor and motherboard technologies. The DVD offers you more than two hours of high quality video plus a searchable hard drive database, a searchable vendor database, and thousands of pages of legacy PC hardware coverage that can no longer be included in the printed book, but that are invaluable to PC techs servicing older computers!
Download or read book Repairing and Upgrading Your PC written by Robert Bruce Thompson and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2009-02-09 with total page 451 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most computer users think that fiddling with the insides of their PC is taboo. They fear that by removing the screws that hold the case on, they're crossing into forbidden territory. And even for those who know they can open the box and fix or upgrade their PC, analysis paralysis often stops them in their tracks: Which upgrades offer the best bang for the buck? How do you pinpoint the faulty component that's making your system freeze? What about compatibility issues? Get ready to get unstuck and get your PC running fast and running right. Repairing and Upgrading Your PC delivers start-to-finish instructions, simple enough for even the most inexperienced PC owner, for troubleshooting, repairing, and upgrading your computer. Written by hardware experts Robert Bruce Thompson and Barbara Fritchman Thompson, this book covers it all: how to troubleshoot a troublesome PC, how to identify which components make sense for an upgrade, and how to tear it all down and put it back together. This book shows how to repair and upgrade all of your PC's essential components: Motherboard, CPU, and Memory. Choose the optimal match of these core components to keep your PC running at top speed Hard Drive, Optical Drive, and Removable Storage Give your computer what it needs for long-term and short-term storage Audio and Video. Enhance your computing experience with the right sound and graphics devices for your needs Input Devices. Pick the best keyboard and mouse to keep your hands happy and healthy Networking. Set up secure wireless networking to keep the bits flowing between your computers and the outside world Cases and Power Supplies. Keep everything running cool and reliably With its straightforward language, clear instructions, and extensive illustrations, this book makes it a breeze for PC owners of any skill level to work on their computer.
Download or read book PC Upgrade and Repair Bible written by Marcia Press and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2004-05-10 with total page 501 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated and revised with eighty percent new material, this book is 100 percent of what readers need to upgrade, fix, or troubleshoot PCs Sixty-five percent of U.S. households own a PC; this book caters to the do-it-yourselfers in these households, both novices and tech hobbyists alike, who are looking for an approachable reference A one-stop reference for topics such as video, CD, and DVD; multimedia; storage; communications (network and Internet); peripherals; and integrating with laptops and handhelds Concludes with a step-by-step tutorial on building an "extreme" machine that can handle the most demanding multimedia or gaming applications Written by Marcia and Barry Press, authors of PC Toys (076454229X)
Download or read book Upgrading and Repairing PCs written by Scott Mueller and published by Que Publishing. This book was released on 1999 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All the essential reference tables and configuration settings are contained in this portable guide, organized for easy access. This edition includes hundreds of tables and charts on everything from BIOS settings, to monitor sizing, to jumper settings for corner peripherals.
Download or read book Upgrading and Repairing PCs Academic Edition written by Scott Mueller and published by Que Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Appropriate for all courses in computer hardware, PC troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair. In Upgrading & Repairing PCS, 14th Academic Edition, leading PC hardware expert Scott Mueller offers a complete and authoritative guide to the core topics at the heart of virtually every course in PC hardware, maintenance, and repair. Condensed and distilled from Mueller's renowned Upgrading & Repairing PCS, 14th Retail Edition, this book contains focused coverage of every significant PC component: processors, motherboards, memory, the BIOS, interfaces, drives, removable and optical storage, video and audio hardware, and much more. Its accompanying CD-ROM contains 90 minutes of Windows Media Player videos featuring Scott Mueller demonstrating PC repair and upgrades, as well as PDFs of the complete student workbook, the entire 14th Retail Edition, vendor contacts, help files, and hundreds of pages of additional technical reference material. The student workbook provided on CD-ROM includes updated chapter summaries, practice exercises, and study questions designed to help students ensure they fully understand the material. Also available: an updated Instructor's Manual CD-ROM with thoroughly revised sample syllabus, improved PowerPoint slides, complete lesson plans, and student workbook answers.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Upgrading and Repairing PC s written by Jennifer Fulton and published by Que. This book was released on 1998 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides information on upgrading computer memory, increasing speed, adding multimedia equipment, and fixing common problems.
Download or read book Build a PC with Scott Mueller written by Scott Mueller and published by Que Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teaches people how to diagnose, repair and upgrade their PCs with step-by-step instruction.
Download or read book PC Hardware in a Nutshell written by Robert Bruce Thompson and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2003-07-24 with total page 877 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: PC Hardware in a Nutshell is the practical guide to buying, building, upgrading, and repairing Intel-based PCs. A longtime favorite among PC users, the third edition of the book now contains useful information for people running either Windows or Linux operating systems. Written for novices and seasoned professionals alike, the book is packed with useful and unbiased information, including how-to advice for specific components, ample reference material, and a comprehensive case study on building a PC.In addition to coverage of the fundamentals and general tips about working on PCs, the book includes chapters focusing on motherboards, processors, memory, floppies, hard drives, optical drives, tape devices, video devices, input devices, audio components, communications, power supplies, and maintenance. Special emphasis is given to upgrading and troubleshooting existing equipment so you can get the most from your existing investments.This new edition is expanded to include: Detailed information about the latest motherboards and chipsets from AMD, Intel, SiS, and VIA Extensive coverage of the Pentium 4 and the latest AMD processors, including the Athlon XP/MP Full details about new hard drive standards, including the latest SCSI standards, ATA/133, Serial ATA, and the new 48-bit "Big Drive" ATA interface Extended coverage of DVD drives, including DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW, and DVD+R/RW Details about Flat Panel Displays, including how to choose one (and why you might not want to) New chapters on serial communications, parallel communications, and USB communications (including USB 2.0) Enhanced troubleshooting coverage PC Hardware in a Nutshell, 3rd Edition provides independent, useful and practical information in a no-nonsense manner with specific recommendations on components. Based on real-world testing over time, it will help you make intelligent, informed decisions about buying, building, upgrading, and repairing PCs in a cost effective manner that will help you maximize new or existing computer hardware systems. It's loaded with real-world advice presented in a concise style that clearly delivers just the information you want, without your having to hunt for it.
Download or read book Upgrading and Repairing Servers written by Scott Mueller and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2006-04-24 with total page 1754 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the price of servers comes down to the level of desktop PCs, many small- and medium-sized businesses are forced to provide their own server setup, maintenance and support, without the high-dollar training enjoyed by their big corporation counterparts. Upgrading and Repairing Servers is the first line of defense for small- and medium-sized businesses, and an excellent go-to reference for the experienced administrators who have been asking for a reference guide like this one for a long time! It's all here in one, incredibly useful tome that you will refer to again and again. Inside is in-depth coverage of server design and implementation, building and deploying, server hardware components, network and backup operations, SAN, fault tolerance, server racks, server rooms, server operating systems, as well as SUN Microsystems servers. No other computer hardware book has ever dared tackle this enormous topic - until now!
Download or read book Upgrading and Repairing PCs written by Scott Mueller and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2001-10-23 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Upgrading and Repairing PCs: Field Guide is a portable, "essentials" version of Upgrading and Repairing PCs, 13th Edition - the bestselling PC hardware book of all-time. Weighing less than half a pound, this tiny book packs a hefty punch - containing the essential information you need to upgrade and repair PCs, whether you're a hardcore pro or a weekend warrior. All of this information fits nicely in your toolkit, briefcase or backpack and be there to rescue you when you're out of your office and away from your trusty copy of Upgrading and Repairing PCs. Use the connector quick reference section to identify most any connector or port you run across while servicing PCs out in the wild! Who says detailed coverage must come in a big package? This diminutive book makes up for its tiny size by providing you with a level of detail that exceeds that found in some bigger (in size and name) competitor books. Hundreds of detailed tables boil down complicated settings, standards and specifications into an easy to read - and easy to find - format. All of this detailed information easily fits in your toolkit, briefcase or book bag-right where you need it!
Download or read book Upgrading and Repairing Macs written by and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 1994 with total page 1060 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides extensive coverage of all Macs and offers practical advice on Macintosh upgrades, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting. In addition, professional tips and tricks help users save both time and money in selecting and maintaining their computers.
Download or read book PC Repair Bench Book written by Ron Gilster and published by Wiley. This book was released on 2003-03-21 with total page 792 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your one-stop guide to Understanding and repairing motherboards, processors, chipsets, BIOS, and system resources Updating and optimizing memory and aging systems Diagnosing common PC problems and performing routine maintenance Installing and configuring system upgrades Working safely with the electrical components of a PC Troubleshooting peripherals, storage systems and devices, sight and sound systems, and more Here’s everything you need to know to fix or maintain a PC–and nothing you don’t If you’re a PC technician, time is money. Bestselling author Ron Gilster trimmed every scrap of fat from this indispensable reference guide, packing it with clear, concise information that helps you do your job. Organized by hardware or component groups–motherboards, storage devices, printers, communications and networking, operating system software, and so on–it’s liberally illustrated for faster comprehension. This is the one book you can’t afford not to have on your repair bench.
Download or read book PC Upgrade Repair Simplified written by Ruth Maran and published by Wiley. This book was released on 2001 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With "PC Upgrade and Repair Simplified", Ruth Maran and her 3-D Visual cohorts have delivered the penultimate PC upkeep manual. Each chapter is clearly presented with helpful illustrations, common considerations, FAQs, troubleshooting tips, and software benefits
Download or read book The PC and Gadget Help Desk written by Mark Edward Soper and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2014-08-27 with total page 697 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annotation Everyone uses consumer technology - and everyone has problems with it. Don't get frustrated - and don't waste time or money on tech support calls! Solve the problem yourself, with the one book that makes it easy: 'The PC and Gadget Help Desk'.
Download or read book Managing and Maintaining Your PC written by Jean Andrews and published by Delmar. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 1287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by best-selling PC repair author and educator Jean Andrews, the seventh edition of A+ Guide to Managing and Maintaining Your PC, International Edition maps fully to CompTIA’s 2009 A+ Exam objectives. This full-color guide is the most complete, step-by-step book available for learning the fundamentals of supporting and troubleshooting computer hardware and software. At the same time, it prepares readers to successfully pass the A+ 220-701 and 220-702 exams. The new edition is formatted to support any teaching style and course format, featuring an essentials-to-practical reorganization within each chapter and inclusion of new tabs distinguishing exam content. Further content and live demonstrations with Jean Andrews are available on the accompanying CD, making this new edition a total solution for PC repair.
Download or read book Troubleshooting Maintaining Repairing Pcs With Cd written by Bigelow and published by Tata McGraw-Hill Education. This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive guide provides full coverage of cutting-edge technologies--from DVD drives, cable, and DSL modems to Ultra360 SCSI devices, AGP accelerators, USB, IEEE 1284, and Infrared ports. This essential volume also contains a valuable CD-ROM with over 120 diagnostic and maintenance utilities. The author also provides real-world examples and condition-specific troubleshooting advice that will have you fixing common and little-known PC problems in no time.
Download or read book Maintaining and Repairing PCs written by Charles J. Brooks and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For introductory courses in computer hardware, computer software, PC repair and A+ certification. Prepares students with the knowledge, ability, and skills demanded by the computer industry and covers the objectives of the 2006 CompTIA A+ Certification exams.
