How to pass the assessment of Computer Systems Servicing

NC II?

To pass this assessment you need the following:

For Assemble PC:

1. Make sure you are knowledgeable about static electricity or ESD, why do I say that?
Because I see some candidates or students taking this for granted and the result? The computer
have been damaged and can't even boot in BIOS settings.
2. Make sure you are familiar in the connection of Front Panel Led's in the motherboard
because not all mobo have the same standard in connecting this wire(s). And take note some
Assessor are very strict on this part, though your PC is working they will not accept incorrect
connection.
3. Be 90% calm and 10% nervous. Being nervous is really part of taking the assessment. :P
, if you're not then good for you :)

For OS Installation:

1. This is the easiest part, just make sure you install the operating system in its right
location I mean Drive C: (exception is for the dual OS). If you failed on this one it will consume
your time, always remember that the assessment has a time duration.
2. Install the appropriate drivers ONLY, Do not install other software included in the
CD/DVD installer (Ex. Adobe Acrobat etc.) it will just consume your time.

For Networking:

1. Use a good crimping tool and punch down tool

2. Create network cables slowly but surely (but make sure it will not take too long, we have
time duration remember?)
3. Make sure you memorize the wiring arrangement of creating straight-thru and crossover
cables
4. You must be knowledgeable in configuring wireless router

For Server Setup:

1. You should know how to configure the following:
DHCP
DNS
QOS
MAC Filtering
File/Printer Server
Remote Desktop

For Maintenance:
 1. You should know how to:

Create and Use System Image

Install and Use anti-virus, registry cleaner, disk defragmentation
Create and Use System Restore

For Oral Questioning:

1. This will be based in all the tasks that you will undergo in the assessment and some
theoretical knowledge when you are in college or training :)
If you are looking for the CSS NC II Reviewer, click

What are the requirements in Computer Systems Servicing NC

II?
These are the requirements (Tools, Materials, Equipment) for CSS NC II:

For Assemble PC:

Screw Drivers (Standard, Philip)

Pliers (Mechanical, Longnose) - optional
Anti-static Wrist Strap - optional
Anti-static Mat - optional

For OS Installation:

Windows Server 2008 Installer

Windows 7 Installer
Device Drivers

For Networking:

Impact Punch Down Tool

Crimping Tool
RJ-45
Modular RJ-45 I/O
Patch Panel
Network Switch
Router with WI-FI

For Server Setup:

Windows Server 2008 PC

Windows 7 PC
 Laptop (Windows 7 or Windows 8)

For Maintenance:

Blank DVD-R (for System Image)

Anti-virus Installer (Ex. Avast, Avg etc.)
Registry Cleaner (Ex. CCleaner)
Disk Defragmenter (Ex. Defragler)
System Restore (Restorepoint)

Tip: Bring your own Crimping Tool, hate to say this but some assessment center tools like this one is dull.
:P

What is New in Computer Systems Servicing NC II?

Hi to all, its been a while since I open this blog / website but this is the only time that I've post again :)

Okay, lets talk about What's New in this modified qualification of Technical Education for Skills
Development Authority (TESDA) for Computer Hardware Servicing NC II that becomes Computer
Systems Servicing NC II. Lets compare the tasks that both qualification have:

In Computer Hardware Servicing NC II (CHS NC II), these are the tasks that you have to undergo:

Task 1: Write or Enumerate at least six Occupational Health Safety Policies and Procedures (OHS).

Task 2: Inventory all the Tools, Equipment, Materials and Work Area used or under CHS NC II.

Task 3: Assemble a Desktop Computer and configure the system

Task 4: Install Operating System and Device Drivers

Task 5: Computer Networking

Creating Network Cables (Crossover, Straight-thru cable)
Network Configuration
File and Printer Sharing
Restore / Backup

Task 6: Oral Questioning

And for Computer Systems Servicing NC II, these are the new tasks:

Task 1: Assemble Desktop Computer

Task 2: Install Operating System and Appropriate Device Drivers

Windows 7 or Windows 8
Windows Server 2008 R2 or latest Server OS
Task 3: Setup Computer Networks
Creating Network Cables
Configuring Router (Wireless, MAC, QOS, Port Forwarding)
 Network Configuration
Task 4: Setup Computer Servers
DHCP Server
DNS Server
File Services
Remote Desktop
Task 5: Maintain Computer System
Creating System Restore Point
Creating System Backup Image
Using the created Restore Point to restore the system
Using the created Backup Image
Disk Defragmentation
Disk Cleanup
Scanning for viruses (anti-virus)

Task 6: Oral Questioning