Computer Maintenance · Advanced level

Advanced level · Module 2: Building and Specifying Computers · Lesson 3 of 4

Firmware Set-Up and Testing

Configure firmware and prove a new build is stable.

In this lesson you will

  • Configure UEFI settings
  • Run stability and burn-in tests

Key concepts

UEFI settingsboot ordermemory profilesstress testing

The lesson

On first start, check that the firmware detects all components, set the boot order and enable memory profiles where appropriate.

Install the operating system and drivers, then run stress tests to check temperatures and stability under load.

Record test results; fix overheating or errors before handover.

Step by step

  1. Check detected components.
  2. Configure boot and memory settings.
  3. Install the OS.
  4. Run and record stress tests.

Practice activity

Configure and test the built desktop.

Expected result: A stable system with recorded test results.

Check your understanding

  1. What should the firmware show on first start?

    Show answer

    All installed components.

  2. Why run stress tests?

    Show answer

    To prove stability and safe temperatures under load.

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