Computer Parts Flashcards
chassis
A computer case for any type of computer
Tower case
Tower cases stand vertically and can be as high as two feet they have more drive bays and are good choice for computer users who want to make upgrades
Desktop case
A computer case that lies flat
VGA port
A 15-pin analog video post popular for many years
OTHER NAMES
DB15 port, DE15 port, HD15 port
Hard drive
Permanent drive to hold programs
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Receives data , processes information and execute instructions. All processing takes place here
RJ-11
Supports analog telephony
Thunderbolt cable
Delivers power video and data over a single connector
SATA
Most often used by hard drives to communicate with motherboard
Accelerometer
Used by OS And apps in mobile device to sense physical position or device
ZF connector
Zero intersection force is a connector used lever or a latch to prevent force from being used on a sensitive connector
Front panel connector
A group of wires running from the front or top of the computer case to the motherboard
Front Panel Header
Group of pins on a motherboard that connect to wires that are connected to the front panel
Motherboard
SYSTEM BOARD. All important connectors such as CPU ROM CHIPS DIMM RIMM
Display Port
Transmits digital video and audio and slowly is replacing VGA AND DVI ports on personal computers