1. Unit 2 Computer Systems HND in Computing and Systems Development
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Unit 2 Computer Systems
HND in Computing and Systems Development

2. Criteria Research motherboard and graphics card specifications
LO4 Be able to undertake routine maintenance on computer systems
4.1 perform routine maintenance tasks on a computer system
4.2 upgrade the hardware and software on a computer system.
Research motherboard and graphics card specifications
INTEL D101GGC
Sapphire HD 3650
Check for compatibility
Prepare a test plan
Prepare the work area
Remove the existing graphics card
Install the new card
Update drivers, adjust resolution and test

3. Witness statement ACTIVITY  Prepared safe area Install new drivers
Install new drivers
Removal of existing card
No errors in device manager
Installation of new card
Screen resolution adjusted
Successful boot

4. Test plan Normal format Content Table of tests Table of problems POST
OS boot
Drivers installed (device manager check)
No errors in device manager
Resolutions available (right click desktop)

5. Evidence and clean up Screen shots required Replace old card
Roll back drivers