We void warranties and you save money when an expert helps you discover how to replace batteries, add RAM or change a hard drive .
Type
ticketed sit-down activity
Duration
30 min
# Deliveries
4
Participants will be guided through simple disassembly of a laptop using tools provided. By removing and replacing battery, RAM and hard drive, they will have an opportunity to overcome fear of damaging the device, and also ask questions of the facilitator to extend their knowledge. Information about sourcing replacement parts can be provided during informal discussions.
It's time to get started!
Place your laptop upside down on the desk in front of you, so the underside is facing you.
Static
Before you touch anything inside your computer discharge any static electrical charge you might have on your body, as static 'shock' can damage electronic components. This is as simple as touching a large metal object before touching any components.
Inside The Back Casing
By the end of the workshop you'll be able to name and describe the easily replaceable parts in this laptop.
Battery
Let's start by removing the battery, which is a very easy process;
Let's look at what information we can find on the battery;
If your laptop battery is no longer working, only powering on when plugged in, then replacing the battery is one thing you can do easily to continue the life of our portable computer.
Inside The Battery Bay
After we've removed the battery, we can see a lot more information inside including model and serial numbers, regulatory info and possibly a sticker outlining the operating system originally installed.
Remove Back Case
Now let's remove the back case component and see what more we can get at. While the computer still has the backside facing you, remove the 2 screws from the back casing so we can locate the Hard Drive and other easily replaceable items.
Let's now take a look inside at what we can easily access.
Hard Drive
The hard drive - also called a is a permanent store of information or data. This is where we will install the Operating System later, and where you will store your files like music, movies or documents. The amount of information stored, or capacity is measured in gigabytes.
The hard drive label should give you all the info you need to upgrade or replace the drive:
Random Access Memory (RAM)
RAM is where your computer stores data it uses to run programs. Unlike your hard drive, the data in RAM is gone when you turn off your computer.
RTC Battery
WLAN Module
1 laptop per facilitator (if done as 1 : 1 activity). Best if all machines used are the same model.
1 x Small Phillips head screwdriver 1 x Small container to hold screws as they are removed