A student is looking to add memory in order to speed up a tower computer. Which type of memory module should the student be looking for? DIP DIMM SIMM SODIMM…
A technician has been asked to upgrade a processor and needs to do some research. The computer is just a couple of years old. What are two types of processor…
Where is buffered memory commonly used? gaming laptops gaming computers business PCs servers tablets Explanation: Buffered memory is used in computers that have a lot of RAM such as servers…
Which PC motherboard bus is used to connect the CPU to RAM and other motherboard components? front-side PCI PCIe SATA Explanation: The front-side bus (FSB) is used to connect the…
Which type of motherboard expansion slot sends data one bit at a time over a serial bus? RAM PCI PCIe PATA Explanation: A PCIe expansion slot connects to a serial…
Which two factors must be considered when replacing old RAM modules in a PC? (Choose two.) The new RAM must be compatible with BIOS or UEFI. The new RAM must…
When a new PC is being built, which component has the most influence when selecting the case and power supply? video card sound card RAM module motherboard hard disk type…
What are three important considerations when installing a CPU on a motherboard? (Choose three.) Antistatic precautions are taken. The CPU is correctly aligned and placed in the socket. The CPU…
Which statement describes the purpose of an I/O connector plate? It makes the I/O ports of the motherboard available for connection in a variety of computer cases. It plugs into…
What is used to prevent the motherboard from touching metal portions of the computer case? an I/O shield thermal compound standoffs ZIF sockets Explanation: Screws and standoffs that are non-metallic…
A technician is installing additional memory in a computer. How can the technician guarantee that the memory is correctly aligned? The label on the memory module should always face the…
A technician is replacing a power supply. Which two factors should the technician consider when obtaining the replacement part? (Choose two.) type of case input voltage level of 12 or…
How is a power supply commonly attached to a tower case? restraining strap retention bar screws standoffs Explanation: To install a power supply into a PC tower case, open the…
What does the "A" in P-A-S-S remind a person to do while using a fire extinguisher? Aim the fire extinguisher at the flames. Aim the fire extinguisher at the base…
What is a good safety precaution to take when opening a computer case? Place tape over the case edges that are sharp. Remove the cover (or door) of the computer…
A customer has a computer for a home business, but wants to have another computer as a web server. What would be the best solution for the customer to share…
Which statement describes a characteristic of SRAM in a PC? It is used as main RAM in a PC. It has the highest power consumption. It is used for cache…
Which type of interface was originally developed for high-definition televisions and is also popular to use with computers to connect audio and video devices? FireWire DVI HDMI USB VGA Explanation:…
Which tool can protect computer components from the effects of ESD? antistatic wrist strap surge suppressor UPS SPS Explanation: An antistatic wrist strap equalizes the electrical charge between the technician…
What is an active cooling solution for a PC? Reduce the speed of the CPU. Add a heatsink to the CPU. Add an additional case fan. Use a painted computer…