Computer Cables by Elizabeth Morgan
Computer cables can be data cables used to move data between various components such as keyboard, CPU, monitor, printer, scanner and other multimedia systems. These cables enable high-speed data transfers within the input and output components of the computer. ... All types of cables used in a computer have different purposes. ... The ac power cable is just an insulated conductor and gives power to the PC. ... Earlier computer cables had far less speed and connectivity. ... Computer cables are an important component of any desktop PC.

USB Cables by Elizabeth Morgan
USB cables are data cables used to connect a computer or laptop to an outside source of data such as digital cameras, video recorders, mobile phones and mp3 devices. These cables are compatible with the standard USB ports present in computers and laptops. ... The USB port in the computer provides automatic power and external power supply is needed only in some types of computers. ... A common feature among all types of USB cables is the presence of two power conductors and two signal conductors.

Coaxial Cable - Definition and Uses for Communication by Kundan Upadhyaya
Coaxial cable is defined as two concentric wires, cylindrical in shape, separated by a dielectric of some type. One wire is the center conductor and the other is the outer conductor. A protective jacket covers these conductors. The protective jacket is then covered by an outer protective armor. ... Many of these cables or pairs of coaxial tubes can be placed in a single outer sheathing and, with repeaters, can carry information for a great distance. ... Coaxial cabling is the primary type of cabling used by the cable television industry and is also widely used for computer networks such as...

Upgrade: From CD-ROM to DVD Burner by Michael Quarles
My goal, in the short space this article allows, will be to tell you how to upgrade from a CD-ROM, to a DVD burner. First, unplug your computer, and disconnect all cables leading to the keyboard, mouse, printer, and monitor. Remove the computer’s side panel. ... Warning: please do not use a magnetic screwdriver while working on a computer. ... The ribbon cable, and the power cable will be especially tight. ... Remember, your computer stores data magnetically. ... The power cable is keyed so it can only be plugged in one way, and the ribbon cable port has a pin missing that corresponds to a...

Cabling Your Home for Computer Network - Still a Requirement? by Dmitriy Abaimov
With proliferation of wireless networking and communication equipment it is oh-so-tempting to cut the cord and save a significant sum of money in the process. But is everything that a regular computer networking user needs can be done using just wireless network? ... It is very likely that the same contractor running the intercom or security cables is qualified to run computer cables – CAT5E or better. ... The standard outlines recommended types of the cables, principals of cable distribution in a single- and multi-dwelling units as well as recommended amount of cables to be installed...

Computer Upgrade - DVD-ROM Required for Microsoft's Vista by Michael Quarles
Microsoft’s Vista is so large the company was forced to issue it on DVD. There are a generation of computers that have at least the minimum necessary processor and system memory, but were sent from the factory with a CD burner. People owning these machines will have to upgrade to a CD/DVD, or... The CD burner will have 3 cables running to it; a power cable, a ribbon cable, and a sound cable. ... The power cable, usually a Molex D, will only fit one way. ... Re-attach the cables. ... It will be plugged in with its white wire turned toward the center of the unit.

Home Networking - Where to Begin and Different Approaches by Lewis Gunter
Wired This is the grandfather of networking, the bread and butter combo, the standard. Setting up a wired network is not very difficult, can be done inexpensively, and doesn’t require much prior networking experience. What you’ll need For internet sharing, you will need a Cable/DSL router. ... It uses your existing power cabling to carry a network signal, meaning you basically already have networking installed in any room with a power outlet. ... Cat5 cables can be somewhat attractive, but they’re still cables that you’ll either need to run through your walls (which is a lengthy,...

Basic Troubleshooting - and I mean BASIC! by Tony Stockill
No doubt you have seen and had a laugh at stories by Help Desk operators. The user who thought the CD drive was to hold his coffee cup, and other amusing tales. I don't know if this is an urban myth or not, but in my experience of tech support and helpdesk operations, users are mostly... Sometimes the monitor cable is connected to the main computer power supply from an outlet next to the computer's power cable. ... Check the power switch, there is probably a main switch at the rear of the box near the power cable connector, as well as a push button on the front to start the computer.

History Of The Computer - Redundancy Part 1 Of 2 by Tony Stockill
We have mentioned previously, in history of the computer, that mainframes are large scale devices. We have also mentioned various forms of error correction. We will be looking at that subject in more detail in another episode. (If you are looking for information on what to do when the boss fires... Power cables also go to the drives from the controller. ... other cables go only to a specific drive. ... Some of these cables can be 'daisy-chained', that is they go to each drive in turn. ... These cables, and the logic they are connected to, present the next possibility of a failure.

Power Supply Tips by Peter Stewart
The power supply keeps things in your computer running smoothly. When they run well, you won't even think about them, but when things go wrong, it can become very annoying. The power supply doesn't just run the power to the different parts of the computer. ... The claimed maximum power for each voltage are added together to give the power rating for the power supply. ... The most basic requirement is that its power output can match the power needed by the components inside your computer. ... Each of the cables that come from the power supply are removable, so only the ones you are using...