Computer Architecture and Maintenance

"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 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