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Group Name: Hardware Cohort 1
Members: 5
Tags: coponents, hardware, peripherals
Description:
This cohort for the Roddenbery Memorial Library staff will focus on improving knowledge and skills of computer hardware, using the Personal Computer Components course as the core of the content.

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Guide to Core Hardware and Hardware Administration Resources

Core Hardware Resources

Components and peripherals

Computer Accessories: Monitors and printers and scanners and modems, oh my!
Introduction to Hardware: an overview of hardware components
Mouse Basics: a beginner's guide to use of the mouse

Setup and basic maintenance

Setting Up a New Computer: plug it in and start it up
The Library Technology Companion: some sound guidelines on troubleshooting a PC
Cleaning the Computer: someone's got to do it

Storage devices

Flash Drives: the Future of Storage for Patrons?: small storage with a large capacity
Computer System Basics: a variety of drives defined

Hardware Administration Resources

Configuration and maintenance

Eight Smart Tips for Standardizing Your Equipment: strategies for achieving that elusive standardization of hardware models
Warranties and Service Plans: what they are and why they're useful
Computer Recycling and Reuse FAQ: what to do with those old computers
Replacing and Upgrading Technology: planning ahead saves time and money

Printers and scanners

Troubleshooting Problems with a Network Printer
Setting Up the Hewlett-Packard LaserJet 4200tn Printer: steps and illustrations that might help with other printer models
Scanners Demystified: understand the concepts of bit depth, OCR, and resolution

Troubleshooting

Document Your Systems: to help you and your technology staff decipher and fix computer problems
Library Tech Support Evaluation Sheet: get organized for more effective tech support
Technology Support/Connections Brainstorm: a list of ideas and resources for rural and small libraries
What Can Go Wrong with Hardware?: well, a few things

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Type	Title	Status	Posted By
pdf xls	TechSoup for Libraries: Sustaining Technology to Serve your Patrons Archive and associated resources for December 2, 2010, session with Stephanie Gerding as part of Serving the 21st Century Patron 2010, online conference.		Jennifer Peterson
	Do I Need the 32-Bit or the 64-Bit Version? A decision that affects the computer you purchase, the operating system you install, and the software you choose.		Sharon Streams
	Replacing and Upgrading Technology From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Maintaining and Sustaining Technology.		Jennifer Peterson
	Extending the Life of Your Computer From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Maintaining and Sustaining Technology.		Jennifer Peterson
	Five Ways to Treat Your Old Computer with Respect From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Maintaining and Sustaining Technology.		Jennifer Peterson

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