101 Error Flashcards
What basic tool should you need to install/uninstall a computer system?
Philips-head screwdriver
How would you avoid damage on electronic parts caused by static discharge while working with computer hardware?
Wear Anti-static wrist strap
What should you do before performing a PC assembly?
Check each component parts and tools should be used
What are the hardware requirements to install Windows 10 on a computer?
- Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster processor or SoC
- RAM: 1 gigabyte (GB) for 32-bit or 2 GB for 64-bit
- Hard disk space: 16 GB for 32-bit OS or 20 GB for 64-bit OS
What socket should be compatible if you are assigned to install Intel Core i5?
GA 1155/56
What operating system should you install if a customer wants a Charms Bar Application?
Windows 8
What would be the approximate voltage readings from hot to neutral, neutral to ground, and hot to ground in the Philippines?
In the Philippines, replace 115V to 220V
Why should you use an anti-static wrist strap?
To prevent the build-up static electricity near sensitive electronics
What voltage range should register on your meter to test the output from the yellow wire of a Molex type connector?
Set the Multi-meter to DCV 50 or Range higher than 12V
What voltage range should register on your meter to test the output from the red wire of a Molex type connector?
Set the Multi-meter to DCV 10 or Range higher
What do you observe when the power good signal is missing?
The computer will not work
Why is the power supply unit (PSU) essential in a computer system?
It converts high voltage AC power to switching DC power needed for internal components
How do you set up a new Operating System to load directly to the system?
Disable the secure boot
What firmware should you access to set up the boot sequence?
Basic Input Output Source (BIOS)
What memory technology is used to store drivers/programs for a computer to boot up?
- Read Only Memory (ROM)
- Modern motherboards
- Use of FLASH ROM
When is the right moment to enter the BIOS in a PC to prioritize the flash drive in the boot sequence?
In between powering on the computer and before launching the operating system, then press F2 or Delete for BIOS
Why is BIOS installed in ROM?
RAM is volatile and ROM is non-volatile or more permanent
Where are settings in BIOS like dates, BIOS password, and drive sequence stored?
Settings in BIOS are stored in Electrically Erasable and Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM)
What are the hardware system requirements to install Windows 7 on a computer?
- 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
- 1 gigabyte (GB) RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)
- 6 GB available hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)
How would you install an Operating System (OS) using media other than an optical disk?
- Flash media drive
- External hard drive
- Solid state drive
- Any number of external/hot swappable drives
What would you do to upgrade an existing Operating System (OS)?
Check compatibility then proceed to ‘Upgrade to OS’
How would you configure a computer for multi-booting?
Format the drive and partition according to the number of OS requirements
What would you do to have a portable application for installation?
Download and copy the application installer into the portable storage
How would you install application software without a bootable disk?
Download and copy the application installer into the portable storage
