Matching
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Match each item with a statement
below. a. | Bluetooth | f. | CPU | b. | POST | g. | DIMM | c. | PCIe | h. | airplane mode | d. | microATX | i. | SO-DIMM | e. | DisplayPort | j. | heat sink |
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A diagnostic program built into a computer to test the hardware components
before the computer boots up
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A short-range wireless technology used to connect two devices in a small
personal network
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All wireless technologies are turned off resulting in no transmission or
reception of wireless signals
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The standard for computer expansion cards
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Performs most of the processing for data and instructions for the entire
system
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The smaller form factor of the ATX. Its smaller size and reduced
expansion ports helps reduce costs and power consumption
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Transmits digital video and audio. They are slowly replacing VGA and DVI ports
on computers
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Smaller connectors for memory on laptops
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The connector for memory found on a motherboard
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Draws heat away from the CPU or other heat sensitive components so that it can
be dissipated quickly
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Multiple Choice
Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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According to the text, today’s DIMMs use what
size data path?
a. | 64-bit | c. | 32-bit | b. | 128-bit | d. | 16-bit |
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What must your motherboard have to use BitLocker
Encryption in Windows 7/8/10 which will ensure that your hard drive cannot be used in another
computer?
a. | Encrypted USB | c. | BIOS/UEFI password | b. | LoJack | d. | TPM chip |
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When is it okay to touch the inside of a computer
that is turned on?
a. | When using a multimeter to measure voltage output | c. | When reassembling the
computer | b. | When disassembling the computer | d. | When a qualified electronics expert or
electrician is present |
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Paul is playing a game when his computer shuts down unexpectedly. Paul has
noticed recently that his fans are running very loud. When Paul turns his computer back on, it starts
to boot and then shuts off again.
?3?
What is a possible problem with Paul’s computer?
a. | Fan drivers are not working | c. | Computer is
overheating | b. | Hard drive is failing | d. | Windows is not installed |
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Landon starts his computer and receives the error message, “Hard drive is
not found.” In a panic, he calls you because he did not back up his data and has numerous
important files on his hard drive. During your investigation, Landon tells you he was watching a
movie on his computer the previous night.
What might be the problem with Landon’s
computer?
a. | Motherboard needs to be replaced | c. | Boot priority is set to the DVD
drive | b. | CMOS RAM has lost power and reset to defaults | d. | POST failed |
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Over the past week, every time Larry has started his computer, he has noticed
that the time is not correct. Larry didn’t consider this a problem because his computer was
working properly. However, now Larry has decided that he should investigate why the time is not
accurate.
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What can you tell Larry to check to find
out why the clock does not keep the right time?
a. | The CMOS battery is bad and needs to be replaced | c. | POST is failing | b. | The motherboard is
going bad and needs to be replaced | d. | The internal time clock is malfunctioning |
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A processor housing that contains more than one
processor is referred to as what term?
a. | Multicore processor | c. | Multihoused processor | b. | Multithreaded
processor | d. | Multiprocessor
platform |
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What is a possible remedy if your system hangs at
odd times or during the boot?
a. | Install new CMOS RAM | c. | Format the hard disk | b. | Flash the BIOS/UEFI | d. | Remove the TPM
chip |
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Which setting can be configured via the BIOS/UEFI
screen?
a. | Screen saver timeout value | c. | Windows driver
status | b. | Set desktop background | d. | Change the boot sequence |
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Gina is upgrading your computer with a new processor. She installs the processor
into your motherboard and adds the cooling system. She powers up the computer, and it begins to boot
but then shuts down.
What could be the cause of this
problem?
a. | Thermal paste was not used | c. | Processor is not
compatible | b. | Computer is overclocked | d. | Processor is not seated properly |
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What type of RAM is typically installed onto a
motherboard and loses data rapidly, requiring it to be refreshed often?
a. | CMOS RAM | c. | Flash RAM | b. | SRAM | d. | DRAM |
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Lin is booting up his computer, and during the boot process, the computer powers
down. After several unsuccessful attempts to boot his computer, he decides that he needs to start the
troubleshooting process. Lin thinks that the problem could be in the power supply, so he uses a power
supply tester. The test shows that the power supply is functioning properly.
What should Lin check next in the troubleshooting
process?
a. | Processor | c. | Motherboard | b. | RAM | d. | Hard drive |
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Where must virtualization be enabled for VM (virtual
machine) software to work?
a. | TPM chip | c. | Windows Control Panel | b. | Jumper | d. | BIOS/UEFI |
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Which of the following represents a method for
accessing the BIOS/UEFI setup program?
a. | Set a motherboard jumper and start the computer | c. | Boot Windows and go to Control
Panel | b. | Boot to the BIOS setup floppy disk | d. | Press a key or combination of keys during the
BIOS/UEFI POST |
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You decide to add three new hard drives to your computer so that you can
increase the amount of storage on it. When you install the hard drives, you find enough SATA
connections on the motherboard, but it is short one SATA power connector.
What is the easiest way to add a SATA power connector to the
system?
a. | Use the Molex connector. | c. | Use a Molex to SATA power
adapter. | b. | You will not be able to add the SATA hard drive. | d. | Purchase a new power
supply. |
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