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I am leading an open-ended hardware hacking / repair class teaching the basics of repairing things like:
=== 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: ==


* flat screen TVs / monitors
* flat screen TVs / monitors
* 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


== When is the class? ==
== When is the class? ==
'''Monday, August 11 at 6:00 PM.''' The class will go for as long as there is interest.
'''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]] 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>
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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]].
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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.


== 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 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 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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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.
We will come together to share our knowledge on repairsSome people have been doing electronic repairs for 10++ years!
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I will bring some monitors, power supplies, laptops, and cables to hackThe class format will be 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 valueRepairs will be chosen based on interest and whim of the class, and your project is not guaranteed to be fixed of courseIt'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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1-  Introductions<br>
'''Things to bring:'''<br>
2- Quick Basic Soldering / Basic Tools Overview (See other Circuit Hacking Mondays for more)<br>
Your Curiosity<br>
3-  Basics on Wire & Cable Repair with focus on Headphones, power cables, etc.<br>
Something To Take Notes With<br>
4- Batteries: "Get The Most Out of A Charge" - Maintenance & Repair<br>
Camera or Video device for recording repair procedures / steps<br>
5-  Basic Laptop Repair: Diagnosing Errors and Hardware IssuesHow 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>
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This format is flexible and can 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? ==
(contact info goes here - try to keep email addresses off the wiki)
Email: Organic_unity [at] yahoo [dot] com for more info.  Or sign up for the Noisebridge Email list (instructions on this wiki) & post to the Discuss list (ask for Zach)
My website:
http://www.freewebs.com/vgmods
 
[not updated in quite a while though ;P]
[[http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b134/Segasonicfan/NB%20Hardware%20Class/20150921_202953_zps13z8nyd1.jpg]]
 
== 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].

Latest revision as of 11:22, 14 June 2016

Electronics Hardware Hacking & Repair, a.k.a. Fix-It Club[edit]

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

  • flat screen TVs / monitors
  • headphones / headphone cables
  • ATX power supply / general power supply repair
  • battery care (and reviving "dead" Li-ion packs")
  • basics of laptop repair

When is the class?[edit]

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? ==
The class will be taught in the Turing classroom or in the main entrance area (on the NB logo table) at Noisebridge. The address is:

2169 Mission St.
3rd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94110

The gate to the space should be open while the class is in session. If not, you can read up on getting into the space by clicking here.

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? ==
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 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.

We will come together to share our knowledge on repairs. Some people have been doing electronic repairs for 10++ years!

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!

Things to bring:
Your Curiosity
Something To Take Notes With
Camera or Video device for recording repair procedures / steps
Food or snacks since the class can go late sometimes

How much does this class cost?[edit]

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.

After attending the class, if you feel this was beneficial for you (and we think it will be!), we'd really appreciate a donation to Noisebridge to fund our ongoing renovation and lasting presence in the city.

How can I get more information?[edit]

Email: Organic_unity [at] yahoo [dot] com for more info. Or sign up for the Noisebridge Email list (instructions on this wiki) & post to the Discuss list (ask for Zach) My website: http://www.freewebs.com/vgmods

[not updated in quite a while though ;P] [[1]]

Self-Repair Merit Badge[edit]

If you fix your own thing, you can earn the IFixit Self-Repair Merit Badge.