Intermediate level · Module 2: Hardware Diagnostics and Repair · Lesson 3 of 3
Laptop Repairs
Fix the most common laptop faults.
In this lesson you will
- Replace laptop batteries and keyboards
- Diagnose screen and charging faults
Key concepts
battery healthkeyboardsscreenscharging ports and adapters
The lesson
Check battery health with Windows battery reports; replace worn or swollen batteries with the correct model.
Keyboards, screens and charging ports can often be replaced; find the exact part number and the manufacturer's service manual.
Test chargers first — many 'not charging' faults are faulty adapters. Judge whether the repair is worth the cost compared with the laptop's value.
Step by step
- Generate a battery report.
- Test the charger.
- Replace a keyboard or battery.
- Estimate repair economics.
Practice activity
Complete a laptop repair and write the job card.
Expected result: A repaired laptop and complete job card.
Check your understanding
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What should you test first for a 'not charging' fault?
Show answer
The charger.
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Where do you find exact replacement parts and steps?
Show answer
The part number and manufacturer's service manual.
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