Identify the hardware components in your own computer. If you don't have a computer, use a friend's, or one at work or in an NVCC lab. The following list shows the components you should identify and how to find the information on a Windows computer. Describe model computer: type (laptop, desktop, notebook, tablet, etc.) Indicate your manufacturer (HP, Apple: iPad, MacBook Air, etc., Lenovo, Dell, etc.) of the computer. Input devices (include internal and external devices) - they usually have a model name and number somewhere on the device. Output devices (include internal and external devices) - they usually have a model name and number somewhere on the device. Storage devices (include internal and external devices, and how much data each can hold) - Open Windows Explorer and right click on a drive name to open its properties. Amount of RAM - Open System Properties in the Windows Control Panel. Type and speed of CPU - Open System Properties in the Windows Control Panel. Ports (number and type) - Look for jacks into which a connector can be plugged on the front, back and sides of the machine. Compare the jacks to pictures in your textbook.