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Essential Hardware Management Guide

This document provides answers to self-check questions about procuring hardware peripherals. It lists potential information sources for researching peripheral options, factors to consider when selecting a supplier, and details to track in a hardware inventory such as description, manufacturer, location, and warranty details. Guidelines are provided for safely receiving and setting up new hardware, including following manuals, using original packaging materials, and considering installation location and security.

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Essential Hardware Management Guide

This document provides answers to self-check questions about procuring hardware peripherals. It lists potential information sources for researching peripheral options, factors to consider when selecting a supplier, and details to track in a hardware inventory such as description, manufacturer, location, and warranty details. Guidelines are provided for safely receiving and setting up new hardware, including following manuals, using original packaging materials, and considering installation location and security.

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L02- KEY ANSWERS:

SELF CHECK 1:

1.
 Searching the Internet
 PC magazines

 Newspapers

 Brochures/advertising material

 Telephone directory

2.
 How long has the supplier been operating?
 Does the supplier offer suitable support and training?
 Does the supplier offer competitive pricing?
 Is the supplier a preferred supplier for your organization?

3.
 model and manufacturer names of peripherals that will satisfy the
majority of your clients requirements (including system specifications,
physical dimensions, support)
 price of each model
 availability of each model.

SELF CHECK 2:

1. Hardware inventories

2. Database, spreadsheet

3. Any six among the following:

 description of hardware device


 manufacturer
 supplier
 model number
 serial number
 warranty or maintenance conditions
 components
 location
 number and identity of authorised users
 purchase price
 date of purchase

4. Any or close to any of the following:

 Do not randomly rip the packages


 Check instructions or manuals before opening
 find a spacious place
 Keep the original packing materials
 Handle the items with care
 Inspect Items for damage
5.
 make sure equipment is kept in ideal working conditions
 adhere to current Occupational Health and Safety guidelines
 ensure the electrical safety of the device
 consider security of the device

6.
 find where to obtain the device
 place an order
 make a hardware inventory
 unpack the contents in an organized manner
 store in the right place and proper manner

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