Department Of Education

National Capital Region

Schools Division of Parañaque City
Self-Learning Module
ICT-Computer Systems Servicing Grade 9
QUARTER 2 - WEEK 3

Install Operating System and Drivers for Peripherals/ Devices

Learning Competencies (Essential Competencies)

LO 3. Install operating system and drivers for peripherals/devices
(TLE_IACSS912ICCS-IIa-j-30)
3.5 Install OS and drivers updates/patches in accordance with manufacturer’s
recommendations and requirements
3.6 Check the quality of the work undertaken in accordance with established
procedures
• Install /Update Operating system

Objectives
A. Content Standard: The learners demonstrate an understanding of
concepts and principles in installing configuring computer systems
B. Performance Standard: The learner shall be able to install and configure
computer system based on established procedure and system requirements
C. Learning Objectives
By the end of this module, you are expected to:
1. Demonstrate understanding with the importance of updates and patches
for OS and drivers
2. Determine the steps in checking and keeping the operating system and
drivers updated
3. Install OS and drivers’ updates/ patches in accordance with the
manufacturers’ recommendation and requirements
4. Check the quality of the work undertaken with the established
procedures

Let’s Recall (Review)

Direction: Read the sentences carefully and identify the word or phrase being
asked in each test item.
1. It refers to the arrangement or set-up of the hardware and software that
make up a computer system.
2. A type of software that manages computer hardware, software
resources, and provides common services for computer programs.
3. These are small software programs that help the operating system use
or “drive” the device or peripherals connected to a computer.
4. It is a component of the Microsoft Windows that allows users to view and
change system settings such as hardware, software, controlling user
accounts, changing accessibility options, and accessing network
settings.
5. It refers to a Control Panel applet that allows a user to view, check, and
diagnose or configure the peripherals/ devices or hardware components
attached to a computer.

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 Let’s Understand (Study the Concept)

Updates and Patches

Updating and Patching are the procedures that occur whenever a computer’s
Operating System, drivers, applications or security software installed on it are being upgraded
to the latest version. Although those two terms are different. Updates usually provide new
features or enhance the functionality of the specific software, hardware and peripherals
connected to a computer, whereas Patches fix bugs and glitches by addressing specific
vulnerabilities on a software program or application. Both occur when we download and install
upgraded versions of software to any device or computer.

Downloading the latest version or simply updating the software (especially OS and the
device drivers) is one of the most basic practices to maintain the computer in its good
operational condition. Not only it provides new features, but also it keeps the computer free
from harm by fixing errors identified by the software developers of the product. However, we
must always remember that updates and patches vary with the period as to when the computer
hardware was manufactured by the manufacturer. In such cases, we must check first if the
computer hardware is compatible with the latest update or patch.

Installing Windows OS Updates/ Patches

The Windows operating system routinely checks the Windows Update website for high-
priority updates that can help protect a computer from the latest security threat. These updates
can include security updates, critical updates, and service packs. Depending on the setting
you choose, Windows automatically downloads and installs any high-priority updates that a
computer needs, or notifies the user as these updates become available. Updates must be
installed, not just downloaded. If we use the Automatic setting, we can schedule the time and
day. Otherwise, new updates are installed at 3 a.m. by default. If the computer is powered off
during a scheduled update, updates are installed the next time it is powered back on. We can
also choose to have Windows notify us when a new update is available and install the update
ourselves.

If the Windows Update says it is up to date, then it already runs the latest version.
Another way to check is simply by clicking the Start menu and then on the search bar, type
Windows Update in the text field.

Figure 3.1 Windows Update

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 To update Windows XP, 7, 8, 8.1, and 10 Operating System:
1. Open Windows Update by clicking the Start button in the lower-left corner. In the
search box, type Update, and then, in the list of results, click either Windows
Update or Check for updates (for Windows XP, click on All Programs from the Start
menu)
2. Click the Check for updates button and then wait while Windows looks for the latest
updates for the computer
3. If you see a message telling you that important updates are available, or telling you
to review important updates, click the message to view and select the important
updates to download or install
4. In the list, click the important updates for more information. Select the checkboxes
for any updates that you want to install, and then click OK
5. Click Install updates

Installing Drivers Updates/ Patches

From the previous module, we’ve learned that devices/ peripherals we often connect
to a computer to enhance its capability require pieces of software to work. Those are what we
call Drivers for devices/ peripherals, or simply known as Device Drivers.

Like other software, device drivers also require to be updated and be patched to
enhance the functionality of certain devices and peripherals, to fix bugs and glitches as well
that may affect the functionality of the device being driven, and to ensure that the connected
device is compatible to the current OS version of the computer. Most device drivers are
updated and patched as we update the OS to the latest version. But some device drivers
(depending on the manufacturer of the device or peripheral) require manual updates. In
addition, checking drivers’ update version is also one of the most fundamental troubleshooting
steps to diagnose a device specially when issues on its functionality is noticed.

To determine if the device driver requires an update, we can use the Device Manager.
Device Manager, just like the Windows Update, is a type of Control Panel applet that allows
the user to view, check, diagnose and update device drivers. To launch the Device Manager,
simply click the Start menu from the computer home screen and then type Device Manager in
the search bar. We can also open the device manager by navigating to:
● Start menu
● Control Panel
● Hardware and Sound
● Device Manager

Figure 3.2 Device Manager

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 Device Manager displays the list of hardware devices and peripherals installed on a
computer. Clicking the dropdown menu beside the device name will display the corresponding
driver(s). When we right-click on those, we’ll be able to see additional options, like Update,
Disable, Uninstall, Scan and Properties. Selecting Update will allow you to install the latest
version of the driver. By clicking Properties, you’ll be able to see the current version of a
particular device driver running on the computer.

Figure 3.2 Device Properties

Important Reminders
Certainly, updating the OS and drivers’ version is one step to maintain the good
operational condition of a computer as well as the peripherals. However, prior to installation
of updates and patches, it is important to check the following:
● Backup your computer – updating OS and drivers may cause changes in settings and
sometimes data loss if any error occurs while the update is in progress. It is important to
check if the computer has recently been backed up prior to installation of updates.
● Connect to a power source – installation of patches and updates may take a few minutes
depending on how outdated the version being updated was, so it is a must that the
computer is connected to a stable power source. In addition, interrupted installation of
updates may also lead to serious problems. Using Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is
one of the best ways to keep the power source secured.
● Connect to the internet – updates and patches for OS and drivers require internet
connectivity to download those in a form of file. It is also important to keep the computer
connected to a stable internet connection while updates and patches are being
downloaded and installed from the web resources.
● Check compatibility and support – some device drivers may require specific system
requirements. By contacting the manufacturer or by visiting their website, we can check if
the versions support such system requirements.
● Check storage space – updates and patches, like other downloadable files from the web,
consume storage space on a computer. Always check and see to it that there’s enough
space to download and store update and patch data.

Let’s Apply

Direction: I Based on the given situations, select the correct answer and write it on your
answer sheets.
1. If you want to upgrade and enhance the functionality of your computer, you need to
use this software.
2. If you want to use and operate a connected printer or any devices, you should install
this software in your computer.

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 3. If you want know the list of devices and peripherals installed or connected to a
computer, you may open this Control Panel applet.
4. Your computer exhibits errors or issues caused by bugs and glitches. In order to fix
your computer, you need to use this software.
5. If you are a person that wants to develop and release upgrades for OS, Applications
and Drivers, you must be this computer user.

Device Manager Operating System Control Panel

Update Device Driver Windows Update
Software Developer Uninterruptible Power Supply Patch

Let’s Analyze

Direction: Answer the following questions based on the topics that we have learned from this
module.
1. Why is it necessary to download and install updates/ patches for OS and drivers for
devices and peripherals?
2. Prior to installation of patches and updates, it is important to check and see if the
computer has recently been backed up. Why?
3. What possible problems or issues that may occur to a computer if it is running an
outdated software? Write down all problems or issues that are applicable.

Let’s Try (Evaluation)

Multiple Choice: Choose the letter of the best answer.

1. It is the process of obtaining files and data from different sources from the web.
a. Download c. Patch
b. Install d. Update
2. A type of software that manages computer hardware, software resources, and provides
common services for computer programs.
a. Control Panel c. Device Manager
b. Device Driver d. Operating System
3. The following must be done before downloading and installing Update and Patch for OS
and drivers for device/ peripherals, except?
a. Backup computer c. Check internet connection
b. Check emails d. Check power source
4. Which among the following can we configure, check the version and available update for
drivers of devices and peripherals?
a. Control Panel c. Device Manager
b. Device Driver d. Operating System
5. Type of software upgrade which intent is to fix security vulnerabilities and other bugs.
a. Download c. Update
b. Install d. Patch

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 Let’s Create
Direction 1: (For those who have computers at home with internet) Using your computer,
navigate through your computer and document the activity by recording a short video clip or
by taking a screenshot of the following activity:
a. Check current version of Windows Operating System
b. How to go to Windows Update
c. Check at least 3 Device Drivers and their current version
Submit the video file through the link or platform that will be provided by your teacher.

Direction 2: (For those who have smart phones with internet) Create a video presentation on
how to navigate through the following:
a. How to check current version of Windows Operating System
b. How to go to Windows Update
c. How to check Device Drivers and their current version
Submit the video file through the link or platform that will be provided by your teacher.

Direction 3: (For those who do not have access to gadgets nor have internet resources)
Based on your understanding with the lesson, draw the sequence of the steps showing the
following:
a. How to check current version of Windows Operating System
b. How to go to Windows Update
c. How to check Device Drivers and their current version

Rubrics for the Activity

Criteria 5 4 3 2

Content The learner was The learner was able The learner was Content is minimal
able to cover the to include essential able to include OR there are several
topic in-depth with knowledge about the essential information factual errors.
details and topic. Subject about the topic but
examples. Subject knowledge appears there are 1-2 factual
knowledge is to be good. errors.
excellent.

Creativity and The learner was The learner was able The learner was The learner was able
presentation able to make to make good use of able to make use to use images and
of work excellent use of images and images and resources but these
images and resources to resources but often distract from
resources to enhance the occasionally these the presentation of
enhance the presentation detract from the work
presentation presentation of work

Organization The learner’s work The learner’s work is The learner’s work is The learner’s work is
is incredibly neat neat, with a few with several disorganized with
detractors detractors many detractors

Score 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 NW

Equivalent 95 93 90 88 85 82 80 78 76 75 70
*NW: No work presented