3.4 Installing Expansion Cards Flashcards
What is the purpose of expansion cards?
To add functions or ports not supported by the motherboard.
What are examples of common expansion cards?
Video cards, capture cards, sound cards, network interface cards (NICs), and riser cards.
What is a video card?
An expansion card that enhances graphic processing and connects through a PCIe x16 slot.
What does a GPU do on a video card?
It offloads graphics processing from the CPU, improving performance for tasks like 2D/3D rendering, video editing, and gaming.
What type of memory is included in video cards?
High-speed dedicated memory to handle graphical processing.
What are common output ports on video cards?
Thunderbolt, DisplayPort, HDMI, and others for connecting high-quality displays.
What is a capture card?
An expansion card that converts external video signals into digital data for processing on a computer.
What are common uses of capture cards?
Recording or streaming video from external devices like gaming consoles or security cameras.
What is a TV capture card?
A type of capture card that allows cable TV input for viewing or recording, now largely obsolete due to streaming services.
What is the purpose of a sound card?
To enhance audio output, providing features like 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound.
Why are sound cards less common today?
Most motherboards now include high-quality onboard audio capabilities.
What is a Network Interface Card (NIC)?
An expansion card that provides additional networking capabilities, such as faster Ethernet, fiber optic connections, or Wi-Fi.
What are examples of NIC capabilities?
10Gb Ethernet connections, fiber optic connectivity, or adding wireless networking to systems without built-in Wi-Fi.
What is a riser card?
A specialized expansion card that allows for horizontal placement of expansion cards in compact systems.
Why are riser cards used?
To fit expansion cards into small form factor systems or low-profile PCs.
