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Upgrading and Repairing Laptops, Second Edition
By Scott Mueller
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Publisher: Que
Pub Date: December 16, 2005
Print ISBN-10: 0-7897-3376-5
Print ISBN-13: 978-0-7897-3376-4
Pages: 912

Table of Contents  | Index

		Copyright
		About the Author
		Acknowledgments
		We Want to Hear from You!
		Introduction
			Laptops or Notebooks?
			Book Objectives
			A Personal Note
		Chapter 1.  Portable Systems Background
			Defining the Portable Computer
			Evolution of the Portable Computer
			Advantages of Laptops
			The Problems of Using Portables
			General Solutions to Laptop Problems
		Chapter 2.  Portable PC Overview: Types and Features
			Types and Classes of Portable Computers
			Major Features
		Chapter 3.  System Maintenance and Assembly
			Preventive Maintenance
			Maintenance Tools
			Upgrading and Repairing Laptops
			BIOS Setup
			Dealing with Passwords
		Chapter 4.  Processors
			Mobile Processor Features
			Mobile Processor Packaging
			Processor Features
			Intel Mobile Processors
			AMD Mobile Processors
		Chapter 5.  Motherboards
			Form Factors
			System Bus Types, Functions, and Features
			Types of I/O Buses
			Motherboard Components
			System Resources
			Plug and Play
		Chapter 6.  Memory
			Memory Standards
			How Much Memory?
			Memory Speed
			Memory Types
			Memory Modules
			Memory Upgrades
		Chapter 7.  Power
			AC/DC Power Supplies
			Batteries
			Fuel Cells
			Power Management
		Chapter 8.  Expansion Card Buses
			PC Cards (PCMCIA)
			ExpressCards
			High-Speed External Connections
			Low-Speed External Connections
		Chapter 9.  Hard Disk Storage
			Hard Drive History and Advancements
			Areal Density
			Hard Disk Drive Operation
			Basic Hard Disk Drive Components
			Hard Disk Features
			The ATA (IDE) Interface
			ATA Standards
			ATA Features
			Serial ATA
		Chapter 10.  Removable Storage
			Removable Media
			Optical Disc and Drive Technology
			CD-Based Optical Technology
			DVD Technology
			Optical Disc Formats
			CD/DVD Read-Only Drives and Specifications
			Removable Magnetic Storage Devices
			Floppy Drives
			Flash Cards and Digital "Film" Memory Devices
		Chapter 11.  Graphics and Sound
			Video Display System
			Video Display Interfaces
			Laptop Audio Hardware
		Chapter 12.  Communications
			Modems
			Types of Cellular Systems
			Network Connections
			Connecting on the Road
			Moving Data Between Two Systems
			Communications Security
		Chapter 13.  Keyboards and Pointing Devices
			Laptop Keyboards
			Windows Keys
			Running Windows Without a Mouse
			Keyboard Technology
			Keyboard Troubleshooting and Repair
			External Keyboard Recommendations
			Pointing Devices
			External Pointing Devices
			Wireless Input Devices
		Chapter 14.  Portable System Accessories
			Carrying Cases
			Docking Stations
			Port Replicators
			Slabs or Slices
			Internal Device Bays
			Accessory Power Sources
			Communications
			Data Storage
			Security Devices
			Input Devices
			Output Devices
			Presentation Equipment
			Special Interfaces
			Navigation
			Laptop Screen Accessories
			Notebook Stands
			Where to Buy
		Chapter 15.  Software and Operating Systems
			The Boot Process
			Installing the Operating System
			Laptop Data Recovery
		Chapter 16.  Problem Solving and Troubleshooting
			Basic Troubleshooting Guidelines
			Top Troubleshooting Problems
		Chapter 17.  Portable Resource Guide
			Documentation
			Repair Parts
			Manufacturer Tech Support
		Appendix A.  List of Acronyms and Abbreviations
			A
			B
			C
			D
			E
			F
			G
			H
			I
			JK
			L
			M
			N
			O
			P
			Q
			R
			S
			T
			U
			V
			WX
			YZ
		Appendix B.  Glossary
		Appendix C.  Key Vendor Contact Information
		Index