Servicing Personal Computers, 3rd Edition

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Microcomputer systems

In computer servicing, as with many fields of endeavour, there is a popularly held

misconception that success can be guaranteed provided one has all the necessary test

equipment. The skill and perception of the individual concerned is of greater importance but,

to be effective, this needs to be coupled with a thorough understanding of the principles and

practice of both microprocessors and microcomputer systems. This chapter aims, therefore, to

provide the reader with an elementary understanding of personal computers at both a systems

and a circuit level. Wherever possible, commonly used integrated circuit devices an ...