Thursday, 23 May 2013

Our new hardware expert in action

Our new hardware expert, Tauseef,  is busy on site maintaining and repairing printers. These are some pictures of him in action:


Servicing a Canon 2318 printer

Writing the Call Log

Servicing a Canon 2318 printer

Servicing an HP M4345 printer

Servicing an HP M4345 printer

Servicing an HP M4345 printer

Servicing an HP M4345 printer

Tuesday, 21 May 2013

Update from on site: relocation of an outdoor antennae

Our network technician, Jonathan, has shared some pictures from on site in Grand Gedeh County where he is stationed for 2 weeks every month to provide maintenance and support services. 

He re-located an outdoor Meraki MR58 Antennae: 




Thursday, 9 May 2013

USER GUIDE TO CHANGE THE DATE & TIME SETTING OF PANASONIC PABX


1. Use the Ext 101 to change the Date and time of PBX. Once you change the date and time from ext 101 date and time will be automatically update.

2. Press the PROGRAM key.

3. Press * * (star, star) and enter the security code 1 2 3 4 (one, two, three, four). The LCD will show: “SYS-PGM NO?”.

4. Press 000 (zero, zero, zero). Press the ENTER key.

5. Enter the year (00-99). Press the SELECT key (AUTO ANS/MUTE key) to change the month.

6. Press the right arrow to the date.

7. Enter the date (01-31). Press the AUTO DIAL/STORE key.

8. Press the NEXT key (or down arrow).

9. Enter the hour (01-12).

10. Enter the minutes (00-59).

11. Select AM or PM. Press the AUTO DIAL/STORE key.

12. Press the END key (HOLD key functions as the END key while in programming mode).

13. Press the EXIT key to exit programming mode.

Wednesday, 8 May 2013

Xerox 7125 Work Centre Printer Error 010-333


Xerox 7125 Work Centre Printer Error 010-333 – By Tauseef Ahmad



We imported and supplied 2 pcs of Xerox Printers to a high profile client recently.

These machines were 110v as they were imported from the USA and therefore we purchased 2000W Step-up/Step-down transformers from the local market and informed the client to plug in the machines through the transformers since the Liberian Electricity grid is on 220v.

A few days later we got a call from the client complaining that both the machines were not working and was showing error code 010-333.

We asked the client to send the machines to our workshop for diagnostics and repairs.

We realised that this error code is caused when the fuser detects an abnormal temperature (overheats). The machine automatically shuts down and shows error code 010-333 on start-up.

Solution: The first thing that should be done is resolve the root cause of the problem. We realised that the 2000W step-up/step-down transformer was not big enough to handle this machine. We decided to get a 5000W transformer in replacement. This is how we ascertained this:

Power (Watts) = I (current) x E (Voltage). In our case current is 220v and the machine is a 15A machine. Therefore going by this we would require220x15 = 3300W minimum power for this machine. We were using only 2000W earlier which caused the problem. The 5000W would be more than enough in this case.

Now that we have resolved the root cause the next thing to do is to reset the NVM on the machine. These are the steps to follow:

1) Turn on power to the Xerox machine 
2) After it boots completely, press and hold the “0” button on the
machine’s keypad for about 5 seconds, then while keeping the “0”
button pressed, press on the “start” button. 
3) A splash screen appears where you have to enter the CE
passcode and Maintenance passcode. The default CE passcode is 6789 and the default Maintenance passcode is 1111. (In case you have changed the passcode earlier then use the changed passcode for maintenance.)
4) Then press Machine Status>Tools>Features>Maintenance/ Diagnostics> NVM Read/Write>Chain Link> 744-248>Current Value> If other than 0 then change to 0 and SAVE!

The machine reboots automatically and the error should disappear and the machine should work normally. In case this does not work then the fuser needs to be replaced.

Tuesday, 7 May 2013

There is a baby in the office!

Baby sleeping on my desk

Mingling with guests

Baby being pampered by staff

Baby being cuddled by guests

Baby shows interest in my laptop

Genius baby fixes faulty Xerox machine

Baby loves to diagnose network printer issues

Baby has her diaper change on the conference room table

Baby takes a walk around my office

Baby learns the A, B, C of filing

Baby takes a tea break with management

Baby jumps and hops on her father's lap

Baby mingles with staff

Baby takes over the boss' desk

Despite strict rules, baby invites over personal guests

Baby poses with a guest
Baby has a steady stream of adoring guests
Baby and friend make a technical drawing
Baby blocking my view
Baby forces me to pose for pictures

Cute baby is too distracting!

Tuesday, 30 April 2013

NATC's Workshop Just Got a New Hardware Expert from Pakistan!



My Name is Tauseef Ahmad Malik. I am Computer Hardware Technician since 1995. I started my expertise on XT computers. I have worked with  reputable companies as a hardware lab technician. 
I have worked with brands such as IBM, Dell and HP. I have experience in diagnosing and repairing desktops, laptops, laser and dot matrix printers. I have also have experience in maintenance and trouble shooting. 
I have worked with companies such as ICI, Creative Technologies, Lever brothers Pakistan, Mediquips, Fazle-e-Omar Hospital, Tehrik-e-Jadeed, NDS Technologies and DWP.
This is my first experience out of country and I would love to explore the world outside of Pakistan via NATC.

Thursday, 25 April 2013

New Head of IT Services




Hi, I am Khayam Ali, NATC’s new Head of IT Services.

I have professional experience of over 10 years of which 6 years is with reputed multinational banks such as Standard Chartered and Samba Bank Ltd. I have been involved in various projects: banking systems, infrastructure implementation, installation, design, support and services.

With an MS.c degree in telecommunications, 6 years of banking experience and 10 year in overall experience in technology, I have a full understanding of IT infrastructure support, installation, design and implementation. 

I have never worked outside my home country Pakistan and am excited at this opportunity with NATC in Liberia, West Africa.