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My Tool Kit + Tune Up + Software
Updated 12-12-2012 - Please send me suggestions for things you think should be added to the list
 Some of my Technibble threads Massive list of links to the software I have A Malware Removal Guide Pictures of my stuff How do you have your tools organized? Sites to keep your software up-to-date MajorGeeks Filehippo Portable Freeware Various Bleeping Computer - "a self-education tool for the novice user to learn basic concepts about Computer Technology." The Best Freeware Reviewed and Rated What other techs are charging for their services: Your IT, Browar and Dade PC Repair, Thread - Service Menu, , Aaron's PC Support, JK Tech Solutions, Derek's Computer, Staples Easy Tech, Telynyka Tech Support, Thread - Pricing, Chesterfield Computer, Neutron Tech, Speed Tech PC, Remote support hourly rate charges, Rate for travel time, Data Recovery Pricing -> Things that affect what you should charge include: Your area's economic climate (country/county/city), what your competitors are charging, how much overhead (operating expenses) you have, and how good of a tech. you are. Remember this: Don't charge less than what you think you're worth. Autopatcher - Download updates for XP - 7. Makes it much quicker to install updates. I also use it to make an all-in-one .net framework package (separate from the Windows update packages). Laptop Repair Videos SARDU - Create multi-boot USB or CD/DVD Repair CD List - Be aware that some "Click Here!" links directly download outdated software Windows Windows 7 ISO x86 and x64 Official Direct Download Links Create Universal Windows 7 - Allows you to turn a Windows 7 iso/disc into a universal version of Windows 7. This will allow you to install any version (Starter - Ultimate) with any product key (OEM/Retail/Technet). Note: the product key must match the version of Windows that was bought or came with the system (e.g. If you have a product key for Windows 7 Home Premium, then install Windows 7 Home Premium) Windows Vista (any version is what I've read) is universal by default (changed with Win 7 and is not available with XP at all). It will accept any product key. You will need to either find a torrent of it or purchase it from Amazon or Ebay. I recommend purchasing it so that you get the absolute best quality (no mods/no cracks/no viruses). You will need 32 (x86) and 64 (x64) bit versions of both. For Windows XP I suggest searching for a torrent of the Windows XP 9 in 1 iso, which contains most versions of XP and accepts Retail and OEM product keys. You can purchase the original restore discs from the manufacturer or from this site: Restore Discs Dell Recovery CD Request Form Note: Only use the product key on the Certificate of Authenticity (example), which is located on the outside of the computer (usually). I have found them under the cover of a netbook. Differences between OEM key and COA Data Migration $ Fab's Autobackup 3 or 4 Windows Easy Transfer to Windows 7 - Win Key + R (Open Run) -> migwiz Various Cooliris - Put a 3D wall of pictures on your web site Black Viper - Tweak services (especially useful when malware disables all services) Reset Network batch file Technet Script Repository Drivers SimpleDrivers - Free driver finder and updater Double Driver - Backup drivers (especially useful for older systems) Driver Packs - "Each DriverPack is a package of drivers for a particular category of hardware." Nvidia Drivers ATI Drivers Realtek HD Audio Drivers (XP - 7) Laptops Inside my laptop Tim's Laptop Service Manuals Laptop Repair 101 Laptop & Notebook Repairing, Upgrading and Modding Guides: by Manufacturers DVD Super One - lcdtech99 - See this thread - Where I buy LCD screens Nylon Pry Tool - Good for disassembling laptops. Search for it at this store. Laptopkey - Replace missing keys Sites PlayTool - Diagnose video card problems and other good stuff Restore Discs Look up an error message Find DLLs Process Library - database of system processes e-mail server settings Wireless network troubleshooting: Connectivity Troubleshooting Windows Stop Error Messages Having Trouble Installing Windows Updates? List of default router passwords and IP addresses Power supply calculator Overnight Prints - Much better quality then Vista Print Retailmenot - Coupons (save save save $$$$) Podnutz Tecra Tools Openwith.org - free programs to open any file extension Technibble threads How To Start a Computer Business Part Sites - My fav. is Amazon w/ Prime shipping Troubleshooting Video Cards: Problems and Solutions My toolkit, and your toolkit. The first 12 months - where I got it wrong Windows Version Identifier Manual Malware Removal Companies That Will Send Free Marketing Material Computer Parts Questions Answered Repair Tool of the Week: The Complete List iisjman07's Tech Stuff PDF Password: Technibble Work Areas A Peek at Other Computer Technicians Workbenches A Peek at Other Computer Technicians Workbenches #2 Work Bench Home Office Pics Pics of Your Work Areas! Motherboards Mayo Hardware Blog How to Fix Your Motherboard Diagnose Motherboard Equipment (cheapest prices usually at Amazon and eBay) Kanguru Defender Basic - Write protection for malware removal Caselogic 24 CD Wallet Caselogic Portable Hard Drive Case Thermaltake TG-1 Extreme Thermal Paste - Cheapest at Amazon (Link) GateMouth Tool Bag - looks much better in person. Holds all my most frequently used tools. I use a larger version to store my larger equipment (PSU/rollable keyboard/mouse/external DVD/DVD + CD drives) (Link) Paladin Crimping Tool Duracell Universal Laptop Charger - 10 tips, automatic switching between 16V and 19V IDE to USB Adapter KVM Switch - Allows you to use one monitor for multiple computers Anti-Static Wrist Band CD Lens Cleaner 3 Volt Cell Batteries (CMOS type) - 20 for $3.43 ! Electrostatic-Control Cleaning Brush 3-in-1 Cable Tester Digital Multimeter Thermaltake PSU - Swap known good for bad Leather Business Card Wallet Logitech Marathon Mouse - Best mouse I've ever owned Microfiber Cloth Computer Repair with Diagnostic Flowcharts Anti-Static Grounding Pad CoolMax Power Supply Tester RJ 45 Connectors - Search for them from this seller. You can get 100 for about $4.39 Modware 31 Piece Toolkit - Nice, Simple toolkit. -> Other: Amazon search, Belkin, Paladin Paper clips for holding customer's papers together and to eject CD/DVD drives DVI to VGA VGA to DVI USB to PS2 PS2 to USB Xtreme Ram - Great store for buying RAM ATT Go Phone - ATT Go Phone is a prepaid service. They offer decent smartphones for low prices and don't require a data package. I pay $25 monthly for 250 minutes and unlimited texting. With Google Voice, Groove IP, and WIFI, I have unlimited minutes. A+ Certification Training Professor Messer - Free A+, Network +, and Microsoft Certification training videos A+ Guide to Managing & Maintaining Your PC Mike Meyer's All-in-One Exam Guide Files to download from my MediaFire account Bench Sheet 1, Bench Sheet 2, Bench Sheet 3 Service Guarantee - For customers Terms and Conditions - For customers Protection Handout - For customers PC Tune Up - For customers Thank You Letter - For customers Written Recommendation Request - For customers Tune Up Guide Computer Hardware Poster Tools Map Computer Technicians Quick Reference Guide How to crimp RJ-45: (1) (2) Ping of Death :P My prices $70 - Virus Removal $60 - Tune up $75 - Windows Install/Reinstall/Upgrade - Includes: Backup & Restore data & Tune up $35 per hour (1 hour min) Troubleshooting Tutoring Password Reset for Windows User Account Free Dial Up Access Setup Laptop keyboard Replacement Data Transfer to New Computer Wireless Router Setup - Setup, configure, and safeguard your router - Connect devices - Enable devices to share files $20 Memory, Hard Drive, CD/DVD Drive Install $70 - Laptop Screen Replacement $60 - Inverter Board Replacement $65 - Desktop $75 - Laptop - Motherboard Replacement Varies - Data Recovery $65 - Computer Setup - Pre-purchase advice - Unpack and assemble - Setup individual user accounts - Connect to the Internet - Check if computer is functioning properly - $30 extra - tune up (even brand new computers benefit) Last edited by Appletax; 12-12-2012 at 04:30 PM. 
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11-07-2010, 07:41 AM
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Tune Up Guide
. Stop unwanted startup programs – use StartUpLite, CCleaner, msconfig . Run CCleaner . Auslogics defrag; set auto schedule . Remove junk/bloatware/unused toolbars . Update all installed web browsers and install the latest versions of: Java, Flash Player, Adobe Reader, CCleaner, Silverlight, Auslogics Disk Defrag, Puran Defrag, TeamViewer . Update DirectX . Update Windows . Update graphics card drivers . Update BIOS . Disable Auto Restart to pause BSODs . Check Device Manager for driverless devices and for any errors/problems . Change Virtual Memory size to 1.5x amount of installed RAM (min + max). 1st set to 0, defragment, then increase. . Change System Restore to 1-3% depending on size of hard drive . Disable system restore, and then create a new restore point (only do at the very end) . Check hard drive health with Crystal Disk Info and/or HD Tune . Run chkdsk c: /f /r from command prompt . Run sfc /scannow . Mem Test 86 . Visual inspection of motherboard for swollen capacitors and brown/darkish spots . Test the power supply Security check: . Check AV; Install Avast if expired – custom installation -> uncheck “avast! gadget” + “Web Reputation plugin” register, update, and disable sounds . Check if the Firewall is enabled . Check if the system is set to automatically receive updates . Run Secunia online software inspector . Run Microsoft Security Analyzer Light malware detection (safe mode) . Run rkill . Run HiJackThis and scan at hijackthis.de . Install Malwarebytes or SUPERAntiSpyware; update; run quick or full scan Physically clean the system . Remove internal dust . Wipe down the exterior . Clean the optical drive’s lens Windows XP . Change theme to Royale . Right click taskbar -> properties: uncheck “Group similar taskbar buttons”, Check “Show Quick Launch” customize Start Menu: uncheck “Highlight newly installed programs”, uncheck “List my most recently opened documents” check “My Network Places” . In the Start Menu remove the “My” in My Document etc. . Change the Control Panel to classic view . Start -> user picture -> Home -> Change the way users log on or off -> uncheck “Use Fast User Switching” Windows Vista + 7 . Right click taskbar -> Start Menu -> Customize -> uncheck “Highlight newly installed programs”, check “Network” . Access the power options: click the battery icon in the system tray and click “more power options” or open the Control Panel and click “Power Options”. -> “When I press the power button:” -> Select “Shutdown” for on battery and plugged in. Antimalware Tools folder . TDSSKiller, Malwarebytes’ Antimalware, SUPERAntiSpyware, rkill, Spybot Search & Destroy Task Manager Fix, Complete Internet Repair, Avast Other . Remove Limewire if installed and replace with Frostwire . Install CDBurnerXP for burning discs Last edited by Appletax; 12-12-2012 at 04:23 PM.
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11-07-2010, 01:37 PM
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nice one Appletax
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11-07-2010, 06:52 PM
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1. Get computer 2. Run MRI 3. Call Customer and advise of bad hardware 4. Execute Evil Laugh EDIT: Oh, forgot to say that this is an awesome list.... awesome thread. Thanks for sharing. Things like this help everyone to better optimize our processes.
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11-07-2010, 06:55 PM
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Wow, that's actually a very well put together list. More information than necessary, if anything - which is by no means a complaint.
Thanks!
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