Laptops

Keyboards

• Typically have a FN key to provide additional functions on a-perkey baseis

Touchpads

Webcams and Microphones

• Usually low quality
• Typically built in
• Can’t be replaced

Display Types

• Backlight inviter
• most LCD/LED screens use twisted nematic (TN) technology

Ports

• Laptops can come with various ports based on manufacture
  • HDMI
  • USB-A
  • USB-C
  • HDMI-mini
  • thunderbolt

Wifi/Radio

• Bluetooth built in typically
• Wireless Card Built in

Extensions

• Docking stations
• Port extensions
• Small devices which can extend functionality such as wifi, bluetooth, keyboard, or mouse support.

Batteries

• Built into the laptop
• In many systems they are not replacable
• Typically only keep it charged at 70 - 80 percent
• Limited number of charge cycles

Power Management

• Different components may require more power than others
• Displays, CPUs, and GPUs require the most power
• Sleep
• Standby
• Suspend
• With sleeping/hybernation the system writes the RAM to an HDD and powered down

Security

• Can physically lock
• Software tracking
• Biometric or USB Keys

General Care

• Cleaning
• Cooling
• Storage
• Dropping and Falling Over
• Power Supplies
• Travel

Repair and Disassembly Process

• Document and label cable and screw locations
• Organize parts
• Refer to the manufacture resources
• Use appropriate hand tools