7 Region I

SCHOOLS DIVISON OFFICE

SAN CARLOS CITY, PANGASINAN

TECHNICAL– VOCATIONAL
EDUCATION (TVE)
Internet and Computing
Fundamentals I
(ICF I)
Quarter: 1

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ICF I– Grade 7
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 1 – Module 6-8: BEING FAMILIAR WITH COMPUTER
PERIPHERALS AND DEVICES

First Edition, 2020

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Published by SDO San Carlos City

Schools Division Superintendent: Lourdes D. Servito, CESO VI
Assistant Schools Division Superintendent: Diosdado I. Cayabyab, CESO VI

Development Team of the Module

Writer: Adoracion E. Palisoc
Editors: Virgilio Padlan Marites V. Cabatbat
Lyndon F. Garcia Marlow V. Gregorio
Reviewers: Virgilio Padlan
Illustrators: Renson C. Dimalanta Fernando Capua
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Dr. Diosdado I. Cayabyab
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TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL
EDUCATION
Internet and Computing Fundamentals I
(ICF I)

Quarter 1
Module 6-8
BEING FAMILIAR WITH
COMPUTER
PERIPHERALS AND DEVICES

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For the learner:

Welcome to the Grade 7 ICF!

The hand is one of the most symbolized part of the human body. It is often used to depict skill, action
and purpose. Through our hands we may learn, create and accomplish. Hence, the hand in this learning
resource signifies that you as a learner is capable and empowered to successfully achieve the relevant
competencies and skills at your own pace and time. Your academic success lies in your own hands!

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for guided and
independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be enabled to process the contents of the
learning resource while being an active learner.
This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

This will give you an idea of the skills or

What I Need to
competencies you are expected to learn in the
Know
module.

What I Know
This part includes an activity that aims to
check what you already know about the
lesson to take. If you get all the answers
correct (100%), you may decide to skip this
module.
This is a brief drill or review to help you link
What’s In the current lesson with the previous one.

In this portion, the new lesson will be

What’s New introduced to you in various ways such as a
story, a song, a poem, a problem opener, an
activity or a situation.
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understand new concepts and skills.
This comprises activities for independent
What’s More practice to solidify your understanding and
skills of the topic. You may check the
answers to the exercises using the Answer
Key at the end of the module.
This includes questions or blank
What I Have
Learned sentence/paragraph to be filled in to process
what you learned from the lesson.
This section provides an activity which will
What I Can Do help you transfer your new knowledge or skill
into real life situations or concerns.
This is a task which aims to evaluate your
Assessment level of mastery in achieving the learning
competency.
In this portion, another activity will be given
Additional
Activities to you to enrich your knowledge or skill of the
lesson learned. This also tends retention of
learned concepts.

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 This contains answers to all activities in the
Answer Key module.

At the end of this module you will also find:

References This is a list of all sources used in
developing this module.

The following are some reminders in using this module:

1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of the module. Use a
separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities included in the
module.
3. Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.

4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your answers.

5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.

6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through with it.

If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult
your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are not alone.
We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and gain deep
understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

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 What I Need to Know

LESSON 2: BEING FAMILIAR WITH COMPUTER PERIPHERALS AND DEVICES

Content Standard: The learner demonstrates understanding of basic computer

concepts.

Performance Standard: The learner: 1. Connect computer peripheral devices as

specified in the diagram provided 2. Install computer peripheral devices according to
user’s manual 3. Perform power-on test in line with the operational manual.

Learning Outcome (LO2): Demonstrate proper connection of computer peripherals and

devices

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 What I Know

PRE-TEST
Name the common computer ports and connections.

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 BEING FAMILIAR WITH
Lesson COMPUTERPERIPHERALS AND DEVICES
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What’s In

Instructions: CONNECT the dots to make the picture visible.

This time let us try to be familiarized with the different computer ports and
connections!

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 What’s New

DEFINITION OF TERMS
PERIPHERALS– are “non essential” pieces of hardware that
plug into the computer externally. They are called non-
essential because a computer can operate without them.
These are optional devices connected to the computer
externally.
PORTS– -Also called communication port. These are an
interface between the computer and another peripheral
device such as a disk drive, mouse, printer, modem, monitor,
camera, flash drive or keyboard.

What is It

Familiarizing Common Computer Ports and

Connections

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 Type of Port Functions Illustration

Ethernet Port Intended for router,

network switch

· Line in
Audio ports Blue audio port:
MP3 player, CD player,
DVD player, turntable,
electric guitar etc (line-in
port to play and record
sounds from the above
devices)
· Line out (speaker port)
Green audio port:
computer speakers or
headphones
· Microphone
Pink audio port:
microphone

Game Port Connection for

analog devices used to
control computer games,
such as joysticks.

HDMI Used to connect computer

High Definition monitor or television
Multimedia
Interface)

Tips on Basic Computer Hardware Troubleshooting

As a computer user, you should also know some of the basic computer hardware
troubleshooting techniques. This will help you save a lot of money and time in finding the
right solution for common computer problems. It is important that before you proceed
in troubleshooting, you should consider the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) when
dealing with the electric components of the PC such as:

Safe working conditions - help to prevent injury to people and damage to computer
equipment

Safe workspace - clean, organized, and properly lighted workplace.

Awareness – an understanding of how to follow safely procedure for handling computer

equipment to reduce the risk of personal injury, damage to property, and loss of data.

An understanding that any damage or loss may result in claims for damage from the
owner of the property and data.

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Figure 2.1 A well-organized workspace (above) and clustered workspace (down)

BASIC COMPUTER PROBLEMS, CAUSES, AND

SOLUTIONS
PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING TECHNIQUES

with MONITOR

Ensure all power sources are plugged in

Does not and turned on.
respond
Check the power cord going from the
(No power) back of the monitor to the AVR and the
power cord going from the AVR to the
outlet.

Ensure all power sources are plugged in

and turned on.

Make sure the AVR is turned on.

Try plugging the monitor directly into the

wall.

If the monitor then works, the AVR has

gone bad and will need to be replaced. If
not, the monitor must be replaced.

Double check the cable and make sure

"No Signal” display the cable going from the monitor to the
PC is plugged in and is in the appropriate
place.

This error means that the monitor is not

plugged in to the PC.

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Screen is fuzzy
with REMOVABLE DISC DRIVES
CD/DVD Drive does not eject
with KEYBOARD
Computer does not recognize
keystrokes
Keys on keyboard shrink
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Remove any electronic devices such as
fans or electric pencil sharpeners from
the proximity of the monitor.
Ensure the monitor is plugged tightly to
the computer.
Use the emergency eject hole.
Often located near the lower/middle
section of the DVD or CD Rom drive is a
small hole. Ensure all power sources are
plugged in and turned on.
Find a paper clip and straighten it, then
place it inside the small hole until you feel
resistance. You may need to move or
wiggle the paper clip before any resistance
is felt. Press firmly, but not hard enough
to break the paper clip. This should cause
the CD or DVD drive to eject manually.
If the keyboard does not work at all,
check the back of the PC to make sure
the keyboard is correctly connected.
Remove the cable and reconnect it, then
reboot your PC. If the problem persists,
you will need a new keyboard.
Lift the keyboard up, turn it over, and
firmly tap to remove any excess material
that may rest beneath the keys.
You may use compressed air to clean out
the keyboard.
The keyboard is probably dirty.
If the problem persists, the keyboard may
need to be replaced.
 with MOUSE
Cannot move mouse cursor/
Mouse cursor difficult to move
with SPEAKER
No sound is coming from the PC at
all for external speakers
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Check the cable going from the mouse to
the back of the PC to make sure it is
connected appropriately.
Remove then reconnect the mouse and
reboot the computer. If the mouse is still
not recognized, try another mouse in its
place.
If the mouse is physically difficult to
move, either the mouse pad has worn
and needs to be replaced or the mouse
itself needs to be cleaned. In cleaning the
mouse:
Turn the mouse over so that you can see
the bottom.
Cleanse the inner rollers with a cotton
swab dipped in alcohol. You may also
scrape off any accumulated lint if
no alcohol or swabs are available.
Check the speakers and make sure they
are turned on and the volume is up.
Check to make sure they are plugged in
and in the appropriate ports (the ports in
which the speakers should be plugged
are color coded to match the end of the
speakers on most machines).
Go to the control panel and click sounds
or sounds and audio devices. Make sure
the device volume is turned up and the
mute checkbox is not checked.
 with SYSTEM UNIT

Computer has no power

Ensure all power sources are plugged in
and turned on.
Check the power cord going from the
back of the PC to the power strip, the
power cord going from the monitor to the
power strip, and the power cord going
from the power strip to the wall.
Make sure the power strip is turned on.
• Try plugging the PC directly into the
wall.
• If the PC then works, the power strip
has gone bad and will need to be
replaced

Make sure the problem lies within your

computer and not your monitor.
• Check the front of the PC (this is not
the same as the front of the monitor).
• Look for the light near the power
button. If there is light, either amber
or green in color, the problem could
be within the monitor.
• If another monitor is available, try
hooking it up to the PC and try
booting again.
• If there is no light in the front of the
computer, or a light appears briefly
then disappears, call a
computer technician for support.

PC running very slowly A PC that is running very slowly is a

common error and one that may be
difficult to pinpoint.

• Sometimes, a program that requires a

lot of memory, especially games
and screensavers, will cause a
computer to run much more slowly
than usual.

• If a lot of programs are running at once,

the PC can slow down as well.

If changes have been made to the PC,

unchanged them - meaning, remove
any hardware or uninstall any software
to see if this is what is causing the
problem with speed.

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 • Before installing any programs
hardware it is necessary to know the
required system specifications.
• For instance, a Pentium II processor
and a 64MB of RAM is not advisable
PC if you are going to install a MS
Windows XP as your operating
system.
• XP needs at least 128MB of RAM and
preferably a Pentium III processor.
If the computer is only slow when many
programs are running, you probably
need a memory upgrade.

If the computer is slow only when a

specific program is running, you should
check the specifications of that program
or even contact the manufacturer to see
if it is a known issue.

If none of the above problems pertain

to your PC and it only runs slowly for no
apparent reason, you may have a system
error or a virus. First, run a virus scan.
You can do this by following these
steps:

• Double-click the antivirus icon in the

lower right corner of the screen.

• Follow the procedures provided by the

antivirus manufacturer on how to
perform a computer scan.

• If a virus is found and can be

eradicated, memory problems should
be solved. Reboot your PC and work
as usual.

If the problem is not solved, it is

possible that the machine is infected
with a malware.

Note: Once all of these troubleshooting steps have been completed, if the computer

still runs slowly, it will be necessary to call a computer technician for technical
services as the problem may be within the Operating System or in the hardware of
the PC itself.

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 What’s More

Activity Sheet 2.1

Basic Computer Problems and Solutions:

Instruction: Complete the table below. Write your answer on a separate sheet.

TROUBLESHOOTING
SITUATIONS
TECHNIQUE

1. CD/DVD Drive does not

eject.

2. The computer has no

power.

3. No sound is coming from

the external speakers of the
computer.

4. The mouse cursor

won’t move.

5. The computer does not

recognize Keystrokes.

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 What I Have Learned

Activity Sheet 2.2

Instruction: Complete the following statement. Write your answer on a separate sheet.

I have learned that as a computer user, we should also know some of the basic
computer hardware (1)____________________This will help us save a lot of money and
time in finding the right solution for common computer problem.

Common problems that may need troubleshooting techniques are:

(2) with monitor-___________________________________________

(3)with removable disc drive-_______________________________

(4)with keyboard-__________________________________________

(5)with mouse-_____________________________________________

(6) with speaker-___________________________________________

(7) with system unit-_______________________________________

What I Can Do

Activity Sheet 2.3

What are the necessary actions to avoid the following problems. Write your answer on a
separate sheet.

1. Computer has no power?

Answer: _____________________________________________
2. "No Signal" display?
Answer: _____________________________________________
3. Computer does not recognize keystrokes?
Answer: _____________________________________________
4. Cannot move mouse cursor?

Answer: _____________________________________________
5. No sound coming from PC to external speakers?

Answer: _____________________________________________

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 Assessment

A. Direction: Match Column A (Troubleshooting techniques) with Column B (computer

problem). Write your answer on a separate sheet.

COLUMN A COLUMN B

___1. Delete program that requires a. Computer has no power

a lot of memory, especially games
and screensavers.
___2. Ensure all power sources are b. No sound is coming from PC
plugged in and turned on.
___3. Check the speakers and
make sure they are turned on c. PC is running very slowly
and the volume is up.
___4. Check the cable going from
the mouse to the back of the PC d. Cannot move mouse cursor
to make sure it is connected
appropriately.
___5. Lift the keyboard up, turn it e. Computer does not recognize
over, and firmly tap to remove any keystrokes
excess material that may rest
beneath the keys.

B. Direction: Name the following common computer ports and connections.

10.
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 Additional Activity

Activity Sheet 2.4

Demonstrating Proper Connection of Computer Peripherals and Devices

Instruction: Create a simple video demonstration(or if there are no available computer

peripherals and devices just download a simple video and upload it on your Facebook
account) where you will connect and install the following basic computer peripherals
and devices. After connecting and installing the required devices, you need to test it for
operation. Make the necessary action in case trouble occurs.
Peripheral/Device
1. Monitor
2. Keyboard
3. Mouse
4. Speaker
5. Printer ( if available)

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References
STVEP, Internet & Computing Fundamentals Module 1
http://www.computerhope.com/basic.htm
http://www.winnpsb.org/dhs/troubleshooting/bct.htm
http://basicpctroubleshooting.com/
https://red-dot-geek.com/types-computer-connectors-cables/
https://hardsoft-support.kayako.com/article/66-computer-cable-types-and-
descriptions

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For inquiries or feedback, please write or call:

Schools Division Office San Carlos City

Roxas Blvd., San Carlos City, Pangasinan 2420

Tel. No./Fax No. (075) 632-3293 (OSDS)

Trunkline Nos. (075) 633-5691 to 93

Email Address: sdosancarloscity@gmail.com;

sancarlos.city1@deped.gov.ph

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