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Unit: Computer Systems

Assignment front sheet

Qualification Unit number and title

BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in IT 1 Computer Systems

Learner name Assessor name

Thwin Htut Aung Mr. Si Thu Aung

Date issued Hand in deadline Submitted on

22 / 04 / 2019 21 / 05 / 2019 5/5/2020

Assignment title Setup a computer system, test and evaluate the performance

Perform the Tasks mentioned in the Project Brief and provide evidence against the following
assessment criteria:

Criteria To achieve the criteria the evidence must show

Task no. Evidence
reference that the learner is able to:

Set up a standalone computer system, installing hardware

P5 1 P5.doc
and software components

P6 Configure a computer system to meet user needs 2 P6.doc

P7 Test a configured computer system for functionality 3 P7.doc

M3 Evaluate the performance of a computer system. 4 M3.ppt

Explain and justify improvements that could be made to a

D2 5 D2.ppt
computer system.

Undertake routine maintenance tasks on a standalone

P8 6 P8.ppt
computer system.

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Learner declaration

I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own. I have clearly referenced any
sources used in the work. I understand that false declaration is a form of malpractice.

Learner signature: Thwin Htut Aung Date: 5/5/2020

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Task 1
P5: Set up a standalone computer system, installing hardware and software
components

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 The Task List for the Disassembly of a Standalone Workstation

Task Number Task Description Task Details

Unplug the computer from the socket so that it is no longer

1 Unplug the computer. supplied power by any source. Remove all the cables that are
connected to the system unit.

Take out appropriate tools from the toolkit to dissemble the

2 Use the toolkit.
workstation.

Unscrew the system unit Remove all the screws from the system unit casing and
3
casing and open it. remove the cover.

Disconnect the power supply Disconnect the power supply cables from the motherboard
4
cables. and CPU.

5 Remove the RAM. Disassemble the RAM from the motherboard.

Remove the graphics card by gently pressing the front part,

6 Remove the graphics card.
then the heavy part.

7 Remove the fan. Take out the CPU cooling fan by gently undoing the clips.

8 Remove the CPU. Slowly take out the CPU from its case.

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Unplug the computer.

Unscrew the system unit casing.

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 Disconnect the power supply cable to the motherboard.

Disconnect the power supply cable to the CPU.

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 Disassemble the RAM.

Remove the graphics card.

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 Disassemble the CPU cooling fan.

Disassemble the CPU.

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 The Task List for the Assembly of a Standalone Workstation

Task Number Task Description Task Details

Install the CPU back on the motherboard together with its

1 Restore the CPU and fan.
fan.

Reinstall the RAM and Place the RAM and graphics card back into their original
2
graphics card. positions.

Reconnect the power Reconnect the motherboard and CPU with their
3
supply cables. corresponding power cables.

4 Assemble the casing. Attach the cover to the casing and screw it properly.

5 Plug in the workstation. Plug in the computer and switch it on.

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Reinstall the CPU.

Assemble the CPU cooling fan.

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 Reinstall the RAM.

Restore the graphics card.

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 Reconnect the CPU power supply cable.

Reconnect the motheboard power supply cable.

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 Close the casing and screw it.

Plug the computer again.

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 Computer Tool Kit

Source: https://www.novatekusa.com/assets/images/SY-ACC65052-1.jpg

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Health and Security Procedures for the Assembly and Disassembly of a
Computer

1. Make sure to completely shut down and unplug the computer.

2. Be careful to touch the computer with dry hands only.
3. Work in a cool area in order not to drop any sweat into the computer.
4. Avoid wearing metal objects such as bracelets, bangles and watches as
some electric charges could remain in the devices inside the tower.
5. Touch a metal object before touching any components in order to remove
any static charge from the body since it can damage some sensitive devices
inside the tower.
6. Make sure to keep all the screws carefully and memorize where each
screw fits.
7. Handle every part cautiously and gently since some devices are fragile.
8. Great care should be taken when handling the motherboard as it is fragile
and its pointed parts can hurt the hands, as well.
9. Make sure to hold wires from the head or base and be gentle so as not to
break them.
10. Do not try to dismantle the power supply unit as it is dangerous.

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 The Task List for the Installation of Windows 10 and Office 2016

Task Number Task Description Task Details

Insert the DVD and change Insert the DVD, enter the BIOS and change the boot priority to
1
the boot priority. the DVD drive.

2 Choose the language. Choose the language and start the installation.

3 Put the key. Type the product key of the software.

4 Agree to the terms. Tick in the checkbox to agree to the software license terms.

5 Choose an option. Choose the ‘Custom Install’ option to install Windows 10.

6 Delete the partition. Delete the partition where the OS is saved (Partition 2).

Select the unallocated space that appears. Set the size to

7 Construct a partition.
around 256,000 MB and create a partition.

8 Format it. Click “Format’ to format the partition.

Then click ‘Next’ and wait for the installation process to

9 Wait for the process.
complete.

10 Create an account. Finally, give a PC name and password to create an account.

11 Insert another DVD. Insert the DVD with Office 2016.

12 Install Office. Install Office 2016.

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Enter the BIOS and change the boot priority to the DVD drive.

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 Save the changes.

Choose the language and start the installation.

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 Start the installation.

Enter the product key.

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 Agree to the license terms.

Choose the installation option.

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 Delete the partition in which the OS is saved.

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 Delete the partition.

Set the data size and construct a new partition.

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 Format the partition.

Format the partition, then click ‘Next’.

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 Wait for the installation process to complete.

Create an account by giving a PC name and password.

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Office Installation

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Task 2
P6: Configure a computer system to meet user needs

Task
Task Description Task Details Progress
Number
Open Device Manager and
select any device to configure.
Open the driver. Move to
1 Update driver software Completed
‘Driver’ and click ’Update
driver’. Search for updates
online and install.
Open Settings and enter Time
and Language-Date and Time.
Choose to
2 Change date and time Completed
either set date and time
automatically or change them
manually.
Open Settings-Personalization
Change background and edit the background
3 In progress
and themes picture, theme color, cursor,
etc.
Open the Start Menu and
switch to an administrator
4 User Access account. Right-click on any Completed
app icon or file and alter the
access settings.
Open Microsoft OneDrive and
enter the cloud. Right-click
5 Backup Software anywhere and open Settings In progress
from the menu that appears.
Change some settings.

Open Windows Defender

Firewall and enter Customize
6 Firewall In progress
Settings. Choose to turn it on
or off.

Configuration Tasks

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 Configuring Driver Software

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 Updating Driver Software

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 Adjusting Date and Time in Settings

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 Personalization of the Background, Themes and Colors

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 Switching Accounts for Access Control

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 Windows User Access Control

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 Managing OneDrive Backup

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 Managing OneDrive Settings

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 The Configuration of the Firewall

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 Task 3

P7: Test a configured computer system for functionality

Test Plan
Thwin Htut Aung’s Computer System tested by Wai Yan Aye Kyaw

Test Remark
Test Performance Expected Result Actual Result
Description (Pass/Fail)

Restart the computer and wait Windows was loaded

Start Up for Windows to be loaded. 30 seconds in less than 30 Pass
Record the time taken. seconds.

Type the name of a program in All the related programs Any application can
Search Box Pass
the Search Box. should be displayed. be searched easily.

The scan should run The antivirus works

Open Virus and Threat
well and all the threats well and shows that
Antivirus Protection in Windows Security Pass
detected should be there is no threat
Settings and start a quick scan.
displayed. detection.
Almost all
Run any application software
applications take less
CPU and record the time taken to be 10-15 seconds Pass
than 15 seconds to
opened.
start.

The correct
Open the Calculator and The correct answer
ALU calculation result is Pass
perform a calculation. should be displayed.
displayed.

The RAM should be

Run several programs More than 5 tasks can
RAM able to handle 4 to 5 Pass
simultaneously. be handled at once.
programs.

Save a file in either Local

The file should be run The file is saved
Hard Disk Disk(C:) or Local Disk(D:) and Pass
properly. properly.
reopen it.

The video will display

clear images, textures The video has good
Graphics Card Play a video. Pass
and colors with good graphics.
resolution.

The audio track will be The audio file is

Sound Card Play an audio file(e.g. a song). Pass
played clearly. played clearly.

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 Create a voice recording and Everything will be The recording the is
Microphone Pass
replay it. recorded adequately. perfect.

All the files in the

DVD ROM Insert a DVD and check the All the data in the DVD DVD are found
Pass
Drive DVD drive in This PC. should be found. inside DVD RW
Drive (E:).

All the data inside the

Insert a USB flash drive and All the data in the drive
USB Port flash drive are found Pass
check it in This PC. should be found.
inside (F:).

Comment

To sum up, this computer system has high performance capabilities since it
processes fast and handles multiple programs with ease. It is the result of having
both efficient hardware resources and good system software. In addition, all the
peripheral devices do their tasks without any errors.

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 Wai Yan Aye Kyaw’s Computer System Tested by Thwin Htut Aung

Test Test How will you perform Expected

Actual result Remarks
No: Description Test result
-check images and resolution Like an
1. Graphic card Good resolution Nice
-play high graphic game expected result

-open window boot loaded Within 3 or 4

2. SSD 5 or 6 seconds Good
-open software seconds

-backup the important files

3. Backup software 4s 5s Good
& software

-check which wifi are

Connect within
4. Wifi available 2 or 3 seconds Nice
3s
-connect the wifi

-increase or decrease volume Like an

5. Sound Clear voice Nice
-play song expected result

-change date and time

6. Control Panel -uninstall what we unwanted Open within 3s 3 seconds Nice
software

7. Open the PC -by open the PC 10s 8 or 9 seconds Nice

8. Open the Google -by open the Google 5s 5s Nice

Comment

In conclusion, this peer’s computer system has good performance as its

processing speed is relatively fast and it is not easily overloaded. Moreover, no
error occurs in the processes of the peripheral devices. It is the quality of both
hardware resources and software.

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 Evidence – Test plan sent by Wai Yan Aye Kyaw via Email

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M3: Evaluate the performance of a computer system.

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D2: Explain and justify improvements that could be made to a computer system

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