Hardware Hacking & Repair - Revision history

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2016-06-14T18:22:07Z

When is the class?

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	The Turing Classroom is the smaller room next to the wood shop. Feel free to ask around and there will also be a sign posted nearby as well.		The Turing Classroom is the smaller room next to the wood shop. Feel free to ask around and there will also be a sign posted nearby as well.

	'''== What do I need to know? =='''		'''== What do I need to know? =='''<br>
	The class is more focused on an '''Intermediate''' level for those that already know how to solder. Everyone should be welcome though, and we recommend the [[Circuit_Hacking_Mondays\|class on how to solder]] which happens Mondays at Noisebridge. It helps a lot to have a working knowledge of the simple components like resistors, capacitors, etc.		The class is more focused on an '''Intermediate''' level for those that already know how to solder. Everyone should be welcome though, and we recommend the [[Circuit_Hacking_Mondays\|class on how to solder]] which happens Mondays at Noisebridge. It helps a lot to have a working knowledge of the simple components like resistors, capacitors, etc.
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2016-06-14T18:21:50Z

Where is the class being taught?

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	'''Thursday, June 16th at 6PM, 2016.''' The class will go until 10PM or so, depending on how in-depth the repairs are (we like to stay up late! Repairs can often take a while but its fun, especially with burritos and good company)		'''Thursday, June 16th at 6PM, 2016.''' The class will go until 10PM or so, depending on how in-depth the repairs are (we like to stay up late! Repairs can often take a while but its fun, especially with burritos and good company)

	== Where is the class being taught? ==		== Where is the class being taught? ==<br>
	'''The class will be taught in the [[Classrooms#Turing\|Turing classroom]] or in the main entrance area (on the NB logo table) at [[Noisebridge]].''' The address is:		'''The class will be taught in the [[Classrooms#Turing\|Turing classroom]] or in the main entrance area (on the NB logo table) at [[Noisebridge]].''' The address is:

172.2.21.251: /* What do I need to know? */

2016-06-14T18:21:06Z

What do I need to know?

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	The Turing Classroom is the smaller room next to the wood shop. Feel free to ask around and there will also be a sign posted nearby as well.		The Turing Classroom is the smaller room next to the wood shop. Feel free to ask around and there will also be a sign posted nearby as well.

	== What do I need to know? ==		'''== What do I need to know? =='''
	The class is more focused on an '''Intermediate''' level for those that already know how to solder. Everyone should be welcome though, and we recommend the [[Circuit_Hacking_Mondays\|class on how to solder]] which happens Mondays at Noisebridge. It helps a lot to have a working knowledge of the simple components like resistors, capacitors, etc.		The class is more focused on an '''Intermediate''' level for those that already know how to solder. Everyone should be welcome though, and we recommend the [[Circuit_Hacking_Mondays\|class on how to solder]] which happens Mondays at Noisebridge. It helps a lot to have a working knowledge of the simple components like resistors, capacitors, etc.
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	We will come together to share our knowledge on repairs. Some people have been doing electronic repairs for 10++ years!		We will come together to share our knowledge on repairs. Some people have been doing electronic repairs for 10++ years!
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	Note: this is a community class and not a "free repair shop." Also know that anything you bring it has the potential to be hacked, destroyed, or manipulated in some way, so it is important that you do not bring things for which holds for you monetary, sentimental, or any other kind of value. Repairs will be chosen based on interest and whim of the class, and your project is not guaranteed to be fixed of course. It's always fun though and everyone usually at least gets to diagnose what's going on. We've repaired many things already!		'''Note:''' this is a community class and not a "free repair shop." Also know that anything you bring it has the potential to be hacked, destroyed, or manipulated in some way, so it is important that you do not bring things for which holds for you monetary, sentimental, or any other kind of value. Repairs will be chosen based on interest and whim of the class, and your project is not guaranteed to be fixed of course. It's always fun though and everyone usually at least gets to diagnose what's going on. We've repaired many things already!
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	Things to bring:<br>		'''Things to bring:'''<br>
	Your Curiosity		Your Curiosity<br>
	Something To Take Notes With		Something To Take Notes With<br>
	Camera or Video device for recording repair procedures / steps		Camera or Video device for recording repair procedures / steps<br>
	Food or snacks since the class can go late sometimes		Food or snacks since the class can go late sometimes

172.2.21.251: /* What do I need to know? */

2016-06-14T18:18:00Z

What do I need to know?

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	== What do I need to know? ==		== What do I need to know? ==
	The class is more focused on an '''Intermediate''' level for those that already know how to solder. Everyone should be welcome though, and ~~there will be a simultaneous~~ [[Circuit_Hacking_Mondays\|class on how to solder]] ~~in the other room~~. It ~~would be super nice if people are at least familiar with~~ the ~~basic electronics parts such as microcontrollers, diodes,~~ resistors, capacitors, etc~~. but I will go over some of this in basic detail~~.		The class is more focused on an '''Intermediate''' level for those that already know how to solder. Everyone should be welcome though, and we recommend the [[Circuit_Hacking_Mondays\|class on how to solder]] which happens Mondays at Noisebridge. It helps a lot to have a working knowledge of the simple components like resistors, capacitors, etc.
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	I will ~~also try hard~~ to ~~keep it open~~ for ~~suggestions so people can pick my brain as to things I've repaired over my 12~~+ years ~~doing this stuff.~~		We will come together to share our knowledge on repairs. Some people have been doing electronic repairs for 10++ years!
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	~~I will attempt to bring some monitors, power supplies, laptops, and cables to hack. While~~ this is a ~~very relaxed~~ and ~~informal club/class~~, ~~its format~~ in ~~past sessions has been more-or-less organized as follows:<br>~~		Note: this is a community class and not a "free repair shop." Also know that anything you bring it has the potential to be hacked, destroyed, or manipulated in some way, so it is important that you do not bring things for which holds for you monetary, sentimental, or any other kind of value. Repairs will be chosen based on interest and whim of the class, and your project is not guaranteed to be fixed of course. It's always fun though and everyone usually at least gets to diagnose what's going on. We've repaired many things already!
	~~<br><i>~~		<br><br>
	~~1- Introductions<br>~~		Things to bring:<br>
	~~2- Quick Basic Soldering / Basic Tools Overview (See Circuit Hacking Mondays~~ for ~~more)<br>~~		Your Curiosity
	~~3- Basics on Wire & Cable Repair with focus on Headphones~~, ~~power cables~~, ~~etc~~.~~<br>~~		Something To Take Notes With
	4- ~~Batteries: "Get The Most Out~~ of ~~A Charge" - Maintenance & Repair<br>~~		Camera or Video device for recording repair procedures / steps
	~~5- Basic Laptop Repair: Diagnosing Errors~~ and ~~Hardware Issues~~. ~~How~~ to ~~properly take apart, replace RAM, HDs, etc~~.<br>		Food or snacks since the class can go late sometimes
	~~6- Power Supplies: How They Work, Where They Go Wrong. Primary / Secondary voltages, Transformers, FETs, etc.~~<br>
	~~7- Application of Power Supply knowledge for Monitor / Flat Screen repairs~~<br>
	~~8- Q&A<br><br>~~
	</i>
	~~This format is somewhat flexible and could change depending on participant interest.~~

	== How much does this class cost? ==		== How much does this class cost? ==

172.2.21.251: /* Electronics Hardware Hacking & Repair, a.k.a. Fix Club */

2016-06-14T18:11:11Z

Electronics Hardware Hacking & Repair, a.k.a. Fix Club

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	=== Electronics Hardware Hacking & Repair, a.k.a. Fix Club ===		=== Electronics Hardware Hacking & Repair, a.k.a. Fix-It Club ===

	== An open-ended hardware hacking/repair class teaching the basics of repairing electronics/computer stuff like: ==		== An open-ended hardware hacking/repair class teaching the basics of repairing electronics/computer stuff like: ==

172.2.21.251: /* When is the class? */

2016-06-14T18:10:44Z

When is the class?

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	== When is the class? ==		== When is the class? ==
	'''~~Monday~~, ~~Feb 1~~ at ~~5PM~~ 2016.''' The class will go until ~~9PM~~ or so, depending on how in-depth the repairs are.		'''Thursday, June 16th at 6PM, 2016.''' The class will go until 10PM or so, depending on how in-depth the repairs are (we like to stay up late! Repairs can often take a while but its fun, especially with burritos and good company)

	== Where is the class being taught? ==		== Where is the class being taught? ==

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2016-06-14T18:09:36Z

Where is the class being taught?

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	== Where is the class being taught? ==		== Where is the class being taught? ==
	'''The class will be taught in the [[Classrooms#Turing\|Turing classroom]] at [[Noisebridge]].''' The address is:		'''The class will be taught in the [[Classrooms#Turing\|Turing classroom]] or in the main entrance area (on the NB logo table) at [[Noisebridge]].''' The address is:

	[[Getting_Here\|2169 Mission St.<br>		[[Getting_Here\|2169 Mission St.<br>

Soulpacity: some updating

2016-02-01T11:58:04Z

some updating

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	== An open-ended hardware hacking/repair class teaching the basics of repairing electronics/computer stuff like: ==		== An open-ended hardware hacking/repair class teaching the basics of repairing electronics/computer stuff like: ==

	~~[[File:FixClub100dpi.fw.png\|400px\|right]]~~

	* flat screen TVs / monitors		* flat screen TVs / monitors
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	== When is the class? ==		== When is the class? ==
	'''Monday, ~~Sept 21~~ at ~~8PM 2015~~.''' The class will go until ~~10PM~~.		'''Monday, Feb 1 at 5PM 2016.''' The class will go until 9PM or so, depending on how in-depth the repairs are.

	== Where is the class being taught? ==		== Where is the class being taught? ==
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	== What do I need to know? ==		== What do I need to know? ==
	The class is more focused on an '''Intermediate''' level for those that already know how to solder. Everyone should be welcome though, and there will be a simultaneous [[Circuit_Hacking_Mondays\|class on how to solder]] in the other room. It would be super nice if people are at least familiar with the basic electronics parts such as resistors, capacitors~~, diodes~~, etc. but I will go over some of this in basic detail.		The class is more focused on an '''Intermediate''' level for those that already know how to solder. Everyone should be welcome though, and there will be a simultaneous [[Circuit_Hacking_Mondays\|class on how to solder]] in the other room. It would be super nice if people are at least familiar with the basic electronics parts such as microcontrollers, diodes, resistors, capacitors, etc. but I will go over some of this in basic detail.
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	I will also try hard to keep it open for suggestions so people can pick my brain as to things I've repaired over my 10+ years doing this stuff.		I will also try hard to keep it open for suggestions so people can pick my brain as to things I've repaired over my 12+ years doing this stuff.
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	I will bring some monitors, power supplies, laptops, and cables to hack. ~~The~~ class format is organized as follows:<br>		I will attempt to bring some monitors, power supplies, laptops, and cables to hack. While this is a very relaxed and informal club/class, its format in past sessions has been more-or-less organized as follows:<br>
	<br><i>		<br><i>
	1- Introductions<br>		1- Introductions<br>
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	[not updated in quite a while though ;P]		[not updated in quite a while though ;P]
			[[http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b134/Segasonicfan/NB%20Hardware%20Class/20150921_202953_zps13z8nyd1.jpg]]
	[[~~File~~:~~Ifixit~~.jpg~~\|400px~~]]

	== Self-Repair Merit Badge ==		== Self-Repair Merit Badge ==
	If you fix your own thing, you can earn the [https://www.ifixit.com/Store/Tools/iFixit-Skill-Badge/IF145-251-1 IFixit Self-Repair Merit Badge].		If you fix your own thing, you can earn the [https://www.ifixit.com/Store/Tools/iFixit-Skill-Badge/IF145-251-1 IFixit Self-Repair Merit Badge].

OgreHam: CHM link 4ppl2learn2solder

2015-09-20T15:13:11Z

CHM link 4ppl2learn2solder

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	The gate to the space should be open while the class is in session. If not, [[Getting In\|you can read up on getting into the space by clicking here]].		The gate to the space should be open while the class is in session. If not, [[Getting In\|you can read up on getting into the space by clicking here]].
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	The Turing Classroom is the smaller room next to the wood shop. Feel free to ask around and there will be a sign posted as well.		The Turing Classroom is the smaller room next to the wood shop. Feel free to ask around and there will also be a sign posted nearby as well.

	== What do I need to know? ==		== What do I need to know? ==
	The class is more focused on an '''Intermediate''' level for those that already know how to solder. Everyone should be welcome though, and there will be a class on how to solder in the other room. It would be super nice if people are at least familiar with the basic parts ~~like~~ resistors, capacitors, etc. but I will go over some of this in basic detail.		The class is more focused on an '''Intermediate''' level for those that already know how to solder. Everyone should be welcome though, and there will be a simultaneous [[Circuit_Hacking_Mondays\|class on how to solder]] in the other room. It would be super nice if people are at least familiar with the basic electronics parts such as resistors, capacitors, diodes, etc. but I will go over some of this in basic detail.
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	I will also keep it open for suggestions so people can pick my brain as to things I've repaired over my 10+ years doing this stuff.		I will also try hard to keep it open for suggestions so people can pick my brain as to things I've repaired over my 10+ years doing this stuff.
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	I will bring some monitors, power supplies, laptops, and cables to hack. The class format ~~will be~~ as follows:<br>		I will bring some monitors, power supplies, laptops, and cables to hack. The class format is organized as follows:<br>
	<br><i>		<br><i>
	1- Introductions<br>		1- Introductions<br>
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	8- Q&A<br><br>		8- Q&A<br><br>
	</i>		</i>
	This format is flexible and ~~can~~ change depending on participant interest.		This format is somewhat flexible and could change depending on participant interest.

	== How much does this class cost? ==		== How much does this class cost? ==
	~~This~~ class is free, as are all classes taught at Noisebridge~~. A~~ donation of around $5 is appreciated toward the cost of the components that I am bringing to the class, but no one will be turned away.		While this class is free (as are '''all''' classes taught at Noisebridge), a donation of around $5 would be greatly appreciated toward the cost of the components that I am bringing to the class, but no one will be turned away.

	If you feel ~~the class~~ was beneficial, we'd really appreciate a [[Donate or Pay Dues\|donation to Noisebridge]] to fund our ongoing renovation and lasting presence in the city.		After attending the class, if you feel this was beneficial for you (and we think it will be!), we'd really appreciate a [[Donate or Pay Dues\|donation to Noisebridge]] to fund our ongoing renovation and lasting presence in the city.

	== How can I get more information? ==		== How can I get more information? ==

OgreHam: Fix Club: electronics and intermediate-level

2015-09-20T15:01:15Z

Fix Club: electronics and intermediate-level

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	=== An open-ended hardware hacking / repair class teaching the basics of repairing ~~things~~ like: ===		=== Electronics Hardware Hacking & Repair, a.k.a. Fix Club ===

			== An open-ended hardware hacking/repair class teaching the basics of repairing electronics/computer stuff like: ==

	[[File:FixClub100dpi.fw.png\|400px\|right]]		[[File:FixClub100dpi.fw.png\|400px\|right]]
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	* headphones / headphone cables		* headphones / headphone cables
	* ATX power supply / general power supply repair		* ATX power supply / general power supply repair
	* battery care (and reviving "dead" li-ion packs")		* battery care (and reviving "dead" Li-ion packs")
	* basics of laptop repair		* basics of laptop repair

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	== What do I need to know? ==		== What do I need to know? ==
	The class is more focused on an ~~intermediate~~ level for those that already know how to solder. Everyone is welcome though, and there will be a class on how to solder in the other room. It would be nice if people are familiar with the basic parts like resistors, capacitors, etc. but I will go over some of this in basic detail.		The class is more focused on an '''Intermediate''' level for those that already know how to solder. Everyone should be welcome though, and there will be a class on how to solder in the other room. It would be super nice if people are at least familiar with the basic parts like resistors, capacitors, etc. but I will go over some of this in basic detail.
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	I will also keep it open for suggestions so people can pick my brain as to things I've repaired over my 10+ years doing this stuff.		I will also keep it open for suggestions so people can pick my brain as to things I've repaired over my 10+ years doing this stuff.