Difference between revisions of "Laptop Build Checklist"
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* Select "Repeat" | * Select "Repeat" | ||
* Start playing the CD | * Start playing the CD | ||
− | * Open a terminal and run '' | + | * Open a terminal and run ''batterytest''. If you have already run a battery test and need to restart one, you must first remove the file "bat_mon" by typing ''rm bat_mon'' |
* Disconnect the power supply and place the laptop on the waiting rack. If it shuts down when unplugged, the battery is bad and you'll need to search for another battery (can't find one? check in with your instructor). | * Disconnect the power supply and place the laptop on the waiting rack. If it shuts down when unplugged, the battery is bad and you'll need to search for another battery (can't find one? check in with your instructor). | ||
* Mark on the Keeper label that Build is complete, the Charging check has been completed and that you've started Bat Check. | * Mark on the Keeper label that Build is complete, the Charging check has been completed and that you've started Bat Check. | ||
− | *If you want to see for how many minutes bat check has run, open up another terminal and type ''watch wc | + | *If you want to see for how many minutes bat check has run, open up another terminal and type ''watch wc bat_mon''. [[Laptop Power %26 Batteries]] can provide additional information. |
'''Step 3.''' | '''Step 3.''' |
Revision as of 15:29, 3 March 2011
The evaluation should have been completed to reach Build. Work through each step as well as you can, and ask if you have questions. Try and learn the reason for each of the steps. This knowledge will come in handy later on when, inevitably, things aren't going as smoothly. Your instructor will be able to answer questions and check your work. Never overlook the help that the builder to your right or left might be able to lend. You can also find information on the Free Geek wiki at Laptops. Check with your instructor to find out what type of box to build, then work your way down this checklist.
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