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Chapter 7: Laptops

  • 7.0 Laptops
    • 7.0.1 Introduction
      • 7.0.1.1 Introduction
  • 7.1 Laptop Components
    • 7.1.1 Laptop Components
      • 7.1.1.1 External Features Unique to Laptops
      • 7.1.1.2 Common Input Devices and LEDs in Laptops
      • 7.1.1.3 Internal Components
      • 7.1.1.4 Special Function Keys
      • 7.1.1.5 Docking Station versus Port Replicator
      • 7.1.1.6 Worksheet - Research Docking Stations
  • 7.2 Laptop Display Components
    • 7.2.1 Comparing Display Types
      • 7.2.1.1 LCD, LED, OLED, and Plasma Monitors
    • 7.2.2 Internal Components
      • 7.2.2.1 Backlights and Inverters
      • 7.2.2.2 Wi-Fi Antenna Connectors
  • 7.3 Laptop Power
    • 7.3.1 Power Settings
      • 7.3.1.1 Power Management
      • 7.3.1.2 Managing ACPI Settings in the BIOS
      • 7.3.1.3 Worksheet - Match ACPI Standards
      • 7.3.1.4 Managing Laptop Power Options
  • 7.4 Laptop Wireless Communication Technologies
    • 7.4.1 Features and OS Configuration
      • 7.4.1.1 Bluetooth
      • 7.4.1.2 Infrared
      • 7.4.1.3 Cellular WAN
      • 7.4.1.4 Wi-Fi
  • 7.5 Laptop Hardware and Component Installation and Configuration
    • 7.5.1 Expansion Options
      • 7.5.1.1 Expansion Cards
      • 7.5.1.2 Flash Memory
      • 7.5.1.3 SODIMM Memory
      • 7.5.1.4 Worksheet - Laptop RAM
    • 7.5.2 Replacing Hardware Devices
      • 7.5.2.1 Overview of Hardware Replacement
      • 7.5.2.2 Power
      • 7.5.2.3 Worksheet - Laptop Batteries
      • 7.5.2.4 Keyboard, Touchpad, and Screen
      • 7.5.2.5 Worksheet - Laptop Screens
      • 7.5.2.6 Hard Drive and Optical Drive
      • 7.5.2.7 Worksheet - Laptop Hard Drives
      • 7.5.2.8 Wireless Card
      • 7.5.2.9 Speakers
      • 7.5.2.10 CPU
      • 7.5.2.11 System Board
      • 7.5.2.12 Plastics
      • 7.5.2.13 Worksheet - Build a Specialized Laptop
  • 7.6 Preventive Maintenance Techniques for Laptops
    • 7.6.1 Scheduled Maintenance for Laptops
      • 7.6.1.1 Scheduling Maintenance
      • 7.6.1.2 Cleaning Procedures
  • 7.7 Basic Troubleshooting Process for Laptops
    • 7.7.1 Applying the Troubleshooting Process to Laptops
      • 7.7.1.1 Identify the Problem
      • 7.7.1.2 Establish a Theory of Probable Cause
      • 7.7.1.3 Test the Theory to Determine Cause
      • 7.7.1.4 Establish a Plan of Action to Resolve the Problem and Implement the Solution
      • 7.7.1.5 Verify Full System Functionality and Implement Preventative Measures
      • 7.7.1.6 Document Findings, Actions, and Outcomes
    • 7.7.2 Common Problems and Solutions for Laptops
      • 7.7.2.1 Identify Common Problems and Solutions
      • 7.7.2.2 Worksheet - Research Laptop Problems
      • 7.7.2.3 Worksheet - Gather Information from the Customer
      • 7.7.2.4 Worksheet - Investigating Support Websites and Repair Companies
  • 7.8 Laptops
    • 7.8.1 Summary
      • 7.8.1.1 Summary
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