This is a user friendly book on Computer Architecture and Maintenance. It treats the subject content from a practical perspective. No knowledge of computer hardware is assumed while writing this book. Anyone who has used a personal computer system for a moderate amount of time and is fascinated by this magic machine can read and understand this book. It strikes a perfect balance between the theoretical aspects of computer architecture with the practical realities. It can be used as a text book as well as a reference book. Every chapter includes exercises based upon the chapter contents. Starting from the motherboard components the book spans the input/output devices, storage devices, display devices, various interfaces and power supply unit. It also discusses the trouble shooting of a personal computer in detail.
The Topics Covered in the Book:- Motherboard
- Processor
- Chipset
- Memory
- Buses
- Hard Disk Storage
- Flash Device Storage
- CD/DVD Storage
- Display Devices
- Color Display Units
- LCD Display Units
- Display Controllers
- Input/Output Devices
- Keyboard
- Mouse
- Printer
- Scanner
- Modem
- Computer Interfaces
- SCSI Interface
- IDE Interface
- USB Interface
- RS232 Interface (Serial Port)
- Centronic Interface (Parallelport)
- Firewire Interface
- Power Supply
- Linear Power Supply
- SMPS System
- UPS System
- PC Diagnostics
- POST Routine
- Diagnostic Software
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Integrated Circuit Testing
