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Computer accessories such as external drives, scanners and printers can greatly enhance the functionality of a desktop work station. Learn how to connect, install and adjust a variety of computer peripherals in this free video series from a professional computer hardware trainer.
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To clean a computer mouse, apply rubbing alcohol to a cloth. Get the mouse working like new with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
The first step to connecting a parallel scanner to a computer is checking the cable end to make sure it matches the computer input. Add a scanner to a computer with the tips in this free video on peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
When connecting a printer to a computer, make sure the printer driver matches the printer model. Hook up a printer with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Make sure the computer recognizes an external drive during the connection process. Hook up an external drive with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Drivers for external hard drives can be found on the Internet. Connect an external hard drive with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
When installing a DVD burner on a computer, be careful not to bend any of the IDE pins on the connection cable. Add a DVD burner to a computer with the tips in this free video on peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
When installing a DVD-ROM drive, make sure the computer is configured properly. Hook up a DVD-ROM drive to a computer with the tips in this free video on peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Installing a sound card will greatly enhance the audio capabilities of a computer. Hook up a sound card to a computer with the tips in this free video on peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
An internal CD-RW drive allows users to back up data on their computers. Hook up an internal CD-RW drive to a computer with the tips in this free video on peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Floppy disks are still used by some students to transfer computer files. Hook up a floppy disk drive with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Create extra space on a computer by installing an internal hard drive. Add an internal hard drive with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Computer users who install an internal modem can send faxes from their computers. Add an internal modem with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Keep a computer from overheating by installing a case fan. Hook up a computer case fan with the tips in this free video on peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Improve the sound of music and video games by installing computer speakers. Hook up computer speakers with the tips in this free video on peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
If a CD becomes stuck in a CD-ROM drive, use a paper clip to access the manual eject mechanism. Get a CD out of a drive with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Corrupt RAM on a computer should be replaced, as it slows down the software. Install RAM with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
A computer's battery is generally found on the motherboard. Switch out a computer's battery with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Copy data from a hard drive to back up files. Learn how to transfer data with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Backup the hard drive of a computer to have an extra copy of files. Save computer data with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Transfer computer files from an internal hard drive to an external hard drive to backup files. Copy hard drive files with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
A flash drive is a great device for transferring small files between computers. Copy files with flash drive using the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
A flash drive can be used to back up small files on a computer. Keep copies of computer files with the tips in this free video on peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
A flash drive can store small data files from a computer. Store data on a flash drive with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Adjust the colors on an LCD monitor on the actual monitor rather than using the controls in the operating system. Change the color settings on a computer monitor with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Adjust the resolution of a computer monitor in the properties settings on the desktop. Change monitor resolution with the tips in this free video on computer peripherals from a professional computer hardware trainer.
Computers are complex machines built upon very simple principles. They perform arithmetical operations millions of times over to transform digital information moving at lightning speed into usable human data. A personal computer's job is to help a user create, manipulate, deliver, receive or delete media content. This is a simple, sterile definition that sounds uninteresting on the surface. Nevertheless, these fundamental functions mimic human ability in some surprising ways. Therefore, the computer is increasingly becoming an engine of the imagination, a platform for the digital life. In this free video on computer peripherals, a professional computer hardware trainer demonstrates how to hook up a variety of accessories to a computer, including scanners, printers, external hard drives, internal hard drives, DVD burners, CD burners, internal modems, memory chips and even a floppy disk drive. The trainer demonstrates how to hook up an external monitor, an external keyboard and an external mouse to a laptop. Not sure how to adjust the color or resolution of a monitor? Wondering how to use a flash drive? Then watch this free video series and become a computer expert.
James MacGregor James MacGregor is the training coordinator at InterConnection based out of Seattle, WA. He has been in the computer industry for six years. His experience in computers includes computer hardware, web design, software, maritime navigation computers and custom desktops.dkdk
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