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− | =Desktop Build Procedure= | + | =Desktops= |
+ | ==Desktop Build Procedure== | ||
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+ | |- | ||
+ | |width="40%" align="center"|Steps | ||
+ | |width="53%" align="center"|Notes/Detailed Instructions | ||
+ | |width="7%" align="center"|Done | ||
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| Check for blown capacitors || | | Check for blown capacitors || | ||
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* Features are '''Keyboard, Mouse''', and whatever kind of optical drive it has | * Features are '''Keyboard, Mouse''', and whatever kind of optical drive it has | ||
* Write in | * Write in | ||
− | ** ports: 2 USB, 2 FireWire, Ethernet, Modem | + | ** ports: Whatever the laptop has (e.g. 2 USB, 2 FireWire, Ethernet, Modem) |
− | ** jacks: Headphones, Speaker, Mic | + | ** jacks: Whatever the laptop has (e.g. Headphones, Speaker, Mic ) |
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| Take it to store || || | | Take it to store || || | ||
|} | |} | ||
− | =Desktop Software Procedure= | + | ==Desktop Software Procedure== |
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| Install extra apps, as necessary || | | Install extra apps, as necessary || | ||
* Use System -> Administration -> Synaptic Package Manager | * Use System -> Administration -> Synaptic Package Manager | ||
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* If the machine has a CD-RW or DVD-RW drive, select package '''k3b''' | * If the machine has a CD-RW or DVD-RW drive, select package '''k3b''' | ||
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− | | | + | | Test USB/FireWire ports || |
− | * | + | USB: |
− | * | + | * Plug in a USB mouse |
− | + | * See that the cursor moves and can interact with things | |
− | + | * Repeat with all USB ports | |
− | + | FireWire: | |
− | * | + | * Plug in an external FireWire drive |
− | * | + | * Insert a data CD in FireWire drive |
− | + | * See if it mounts on the desktop | |
− | || | + | * Repeat with all FireWire ports |
+ | If all ports of one of these types don't work, the machine should be recycled | ||
+ | || | ||
|- | |- | ||
| Configure/test sound control || | | Configure/test sound control || | ||
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− | =iMac Build Procedure= | + | ==iMac Build Procedure== |
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+ | |- | ||
+ | |width="40%" align="center"|Steps | ||
+ | |width="53%" align="center"|Notes/Detailed Instructions | ||
+ | |width="7%" align="center"|Done | ||
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| Attach keyboard/mouse, network cable, and power cord || | | Attach keyboard/mouse, network cable, and power cord || | ||
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* Features are '''Keyboard, Mouse''', and whatever kind of optical drive it has | * Features are '''Keyboard, Mouse''', and whatever kind of optical drive it has | ||
* Write in | * Write in | ||
− | ** ports: 2 USB, 2 FireWire, Ethernet, Modem | + | ** ports: Whatever the laptop has (e.g. 2 USB, 2 FireWire, Ethernet, Modem) |
− | ** jacks: Headphones, Speaker, Mic | + | ** jacks: Whatever the laptop has (e.g. Headphones, Speaker, Mic ) |
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| Take it to store || || | | Take it to store || || | ||
|} | |} | ||
− | =iMac Software Procedure= | + | ==iMac Software Procedure== |
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| Install extra apps, as necessary || | | Install extra apps, as necessary || | ||
* Use System -> Administration -> Synaptic Package Manager | * Use System -> Administration -> Synaptic Package Manager | ||
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* If the machine has a CD-RW or DVD-RW drive, select package '''k3b''' | * If the machine has a CD-RW or DVD-RW drive, select package '''k3b''' | ||
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− | | | + | | Test USB/FireWire ports || |
− | * Select | + | USB: |
− | + | * Plug in a USB mouse | |
+ | * See that the cursor moves and can interact with things | ||
+ | * Repeat with all USB ports | ||
+ | FireWire: | ||
+ | * Plug in an external FireWire drive | ||
+ | * Insert a data CD in FireWire drive | ||
+ | * See if it mounts on the desktop | ||
+ | * Repeat with all FireWire ports | ||
+ | If all ports of one of these types don't work, the machine should be recycled | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Configure/test sound control || | ||
+ | # Open sound preferences | ||
+ | #* Place cursor on sound icon in top menu bar | ||
+ | #* Press F12 key | ||
+ | #* Select Preferences | ||
+ | # In the Preferences window upper drop-down menu, make sure the '''''Alsa mixer''''' item is selected | ||
+ | # In the lower combo-box menu, select '''''PC speaker''''' | ||
+ | # In the oem home directory, open the Examples sub-directory | ||
+ | # Select the 'Ubuntu experience.ogg' file | ||
+ | # When the video starts, verify that the sound slider (click sound icon) varies the volume. | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Test CD data and sound || | ||
+ | # Insert, play, and eject a music CD | ||
+ | # Insert data CD, inspect directory contents | ||
+ | # If machine has a DVD drive, insert a data DVD, inspect directory contents | ||
+ | # If machine has a CD-RW or DVD-RW, use '''k3b''' to erase a CD-RW disk, and create/burn a new data project. | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |} | ||
+ | =Laptops= | ||
+ | ==Laptop Build Procedure== | ||
+ | {| fontname="Helvetica" fontsize="12" border="1" | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |width="40%" align="center"|Steps | ||
+ | |width="53%" align="center"|Notes/Detailed Instructions | ||
+ | |width="7%" align="center"|Done | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Make sure that covers are available for open bays || | ||
+ | If covers are missing, check parts storage for replacements | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Install hard drive || | ||
+ | Refer to MacBuild Spec Sheet for appropriate size | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Install RAM || | ||
+ | Refer to MacBuild Spec Sheet for appropriate amount | ||
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|- | |- | ||
− | | | + | | Clean/dust inside || |
− | + | If necessary | |
− | |||
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+ | |- | ||
+ | | Attach network cable and power cord || | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Install and configure Ubuntu || | ||
+ | See Laptop Software Procedure | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Clean outside cover || | ||
+ | Clean case monitor face, connector panel, keyboard, and mouse as well | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Fill out and attach store tag || | ||
+ | * Box type is '''Macbox''' | ||
+ | * Processor is [processor type]/[speed] | ||
+ | * Hard Drive is known from installation | ||
+ | * Memory is known from installation | ||
+ | * NIC is '''O/B''' | ||
+ | * Modem is '''O/B''', but it must be written in | ||
+ | * Video is '''O/B''', and write in appropriate info | ||
+ | * Features are whatever kind of optical drive it has and battery life | ||
+ | * Write in | ||
+ | ** ports: Whatever the laptop has (e.g. 2 USB, 2 FireWire, Ethernet, Modem) | ||
+ | ** jacks: Whatever the laptop has (e.g. Headphones, Speaker, Mic ) | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Bundle system with power supply || || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Take it to store || || | ||
+ | |} | ||
+ | ==Laptop Software Procedure== | ||
+ | {| fontname="Helvetica" fontsize="12" border="1" | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |width="40%" align="center"|Steps | ||
+ | |width="53%" align="center"|Notes/Detailed Instructions | ||
+ | |width="7%" align="center"|Done | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Install Ubuntu || | ||
+ | # Attach network cable | ||
+ | # Push power button; immediately press keys '''Option+Apple+o+f''' at the same time | ||
+ | # When OpenFirmware prompt appears, type: | ||
+ | #* '''boot enet:0,yaboot''' | ||
+ | # At '''''boot:''''' prompt, press Enter; eventually the install screen will appear | ||
+ | # When the display pauses for entering the machine name, replace whatever is already there with '''macbox''' | ||
+ | # When installation is complete, the computer will reboot automatically | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Set HW date/time to UTC || | ||
+ | # In a terminal, set system clock with command | ||
+ | #* '''''date -u MMDDhhmmYYYY | ||
+ | #* '''MM''' month, '''DD''' day, '''hh''' hour, '''mm''' minute, '''YYYY''' year | ||
+ | #* hour and minute are GMT(UTC) time in 24-hour clock format; GMT time is locak (Pacific) time plus 7 hours (summer, PDT) or 8 hours (winter, PST) | ||
+ | # Set CMOS clock from system clock | ||
+ | #* '''''clock -uw''''' | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Enable the Ubuntu startup splash screen || | ||
+ | # In a terminal, edit the file ''/etc/usplash.conf'' as root | ||
+ | #* ''sudo nano /etc/usplash.conf'' | ||
+ | # Change the xres value to 1024 | ||
+ | # Change the yres value to 768 | ||
+ | # Save and close the file | ||
+ | #* '''Ctrl+o''', then '''Ctrl+x''' | ||
+ | # Update the startup files with the changed resolution values with the command | ||
+ | #* '''''sudo update-initramfs -u''''' | ||
+ | #* The command takes a couple of of minutes to complete | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Install extra apps, as necessary || | ||
+ | * Use System -> Administration -> Synaptic Package Manager | ||
+ | * If the machine has a CD-RW or DVD-RW drive, select package '''k3b''' | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Test USB/FireWire ports || | ||
+ | USB: | ||
+ | * Plug in a USB mouse | ||
+ | * See that the cursor moves and can interact with things | ||
+ | * Repeat with all USB ports | ||
+ | FireWire: | ||
+ | * Plug in an external FireWire drive | ||
+ | * Insert a data CD in FireWire drive | ||
+ | * See if it mounts on the desktop | ||
+ | * Repeat with all FireWire ports | ||
+ | If all ports of one of these types don't work, the machine should be recycled | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Test PCMCIA slot || | ||
+ | If avaliable | ||
+ | * Plug in a PCMCIA wireless card | ||
+ | * See if it lights up | ||
+ | * Repeat with all PCMCIA slots | ||
+ | || | ||
|- | |- | ||
| Configure/test sound control || | | Configure/test sound control || | ||
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# If machine has a DVD drive, insert a data DVD, inspect directory contents | # If machine has a DVD drive, insert a data DVD, inspect directory contents | ||
# If machine has a CD-RW or DVD-RW, use '''k3b''' to erase a CD-RW disk, and create/burn a new data project. | # If machine has a CD-RW or DVD-RW, use '''k3b''' to erase a CD-RW disk, and create/burn a new data project. | ||
+ | || | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Test battery life || | ||
+ | Follow the testing procedure listed in [[MacBuild Battery Test]] | ||
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|} | |} |
Revision as of 12:43, 10 October 2008
Desktops
Desktop Build Procedure
Steps | Notes/Detailed Instructions | Done |
Check for blown capacitors |
Visually inspect motherboard capacitors for bulges/leaks. If you find one, check with your instructor. |
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Make sure that covers are available for open bays |
If covers are missing, check parts storage for replacements |
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Install battery |
Pay attention to correct position; look for '+' by battery holder |
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Install hard drive |
Refer to MacBuild Spec Sheet for appropriate size |
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Install RAM |
Refer to MacBuild Spec Sheet for appropriate amount |
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Clean/dust inside |
If necessary |
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Attach keyboard/mouse, monitor, network cable, and power cord | ||
Install and configure Ubuntu |
See Desktop Software Procedure |
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Clean outside cover |
Clean case monitor face, connector panel, keyboard, and mouse as well |
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Fill out and attach store tag |
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Bundle system with tested keyboard/mouse and power cord | ||
Take it to store |
Desktop Software Procedure
Steps | Notes/Detailed Instructions | Done |
Install Ubuntu |
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Set HW date/time to UTC |
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Enable the Ubuntu startup splash screen |
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Install extra apps, as necessary |
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Test USB/FireWire ports |
USB:
FireWire:
If all ports of one of these types don't work, the machine should be recycled |
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Configure/test sound control |
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Test CD data and sound |
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iMac Build Procedure
Steps | Notes/Detailed Instructions | Done |
Attach keyboard/mouse, network cable, and power cord | ||
Install and configure Ubuntu |
See iMac Software Procedure |
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Clean outside cover |
Clean case monitor face, connector panel, keyboard, and mouse as well |
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Fill out and attach store tag |
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Bundle iMac with tested keyboard/mouse and power cord | ||
Take it to store |
iMac Software Procedure
Steps | Notes/Detailed Instructions | Done |
Install Ubuntu |
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For 500 MHz and faster iMacs, correct X startup problems, if necessary |
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Set HW date/time to UTC |
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Enable the Ubuntu startup splash screen |
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Install extra apps, as necessary |
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Test USB/FireWire ports |
USB:
FireWire:
If all ports of one of these types don't work, the machine should be recycled |
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Configure/test sound control |
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Test CD data and sound |
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Laptops
Laptop Build Procedure
Steps | Notes/Detailed Instructions | Done |
Make sure that covers are available for open bays |
If covers are missing, check parts storage for replacements |
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Install hard drive |
Refer to MacBuild Spec Sheet for appropriate size |
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Install RAM |
Refer to MacBuild Spec Sheet for appropriate amount |
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Clean/dust inside |
If necessary |
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Attach network cable and power cord | ||
Install and configure Ubuntu |
See Laptop Software Procedure |
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Clean outside cover |
Clean case monitor face, connector panel, keyboard, and mouse as well |
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Fill out and attach store tag |
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Bundle system with power supply | ||
Take it to store |
Laptop Software Procedure
Steps | Notes/Detailed Instructions | Done |
Install Ubuntu |
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Set HW date/time to UTC |
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Enable the Ubuntu startup splash screen |
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Install extra apps, as necessary |
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Test USB/FireWire ports |
USB:
FireWire:
If all ports of one of these types don't work, the machine should be recycled |
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Test PCMCIA slot |
If avaliable
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Configure/test sound control |
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Test CD data and sound |
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Test battery life |
Follow the testing procedure listed in MacBuild Battery Test |