ITI-107 Module 1 Flashcards
What size Torx screwdriver set is used for a laptop?
T15
Another name for the computer case
Chassis
What do you use to test a network port?
Loopback plug
What does DIMM stand for?
Dual Inline Memory Module
What are DIMM slots?
Slots for RAM
Which components utilize Form Factors?
Desktop cases, Power Supplies, and Motherboards
What are the 2 most used Form Factors?
ATX & microATX
What does ATX stand for?
Advanced Technology Extended
What connectors does an ATX Power Supply have?
4 or 8 pin aux connector, 24 pin P1 Connector, 6& 8 pin PCIe connectors, SATA connector
What does the 4 or 8 pin aux connector do?
Provides an additional 12V of power to CPU
What does the 24 pin P1 connector do?
Powers the motherboard
What do the PCIe connectors do?
Connects to the video card
What draws the most power in a system?
Video cards/GPU
What is different about microATX?
Fewer expansion slots, less power supplied to motherboard, smaller case size, fewer power supply connectors
Where is the processor located?
Under the fan
What do you call the port panels in the front & back of the case?
IO panel (Input-Output)
What keeps the motherboard from touching the case?
Standoffs
What does POST stand for?
Power-On Self Test
What does a POST diagnostic card do?
Tests if the firmware is communicating properly with the hardware by monitoring the boot process and reporting errors.
Where is the POST card installed?
Expansion slots
How can you test the output of each connector on a power supply?
Power Supply Tester
How do you measure voltage, resistance, or continuity?
Multimeter
Which color on a multimeter is positive?
Red
Which color on a multimeter is negative?
Black
In what order do you install components?
Power supply, drives, motherboard, cards
How do you know which pin is pin 1 on larger connectors?
A small triangle on the connector marks it.
What can cause the computer to not turn on after putting it back together?
Poorly installed RAM
What gives laptops the ability to be touch screen?
Digitizer
What ports are common to laptops?
USB, network, audio ports
What is the technical term for a network port?
RJ-45
What allows a laptop to connect to a full-sized keyboard, monitor, and other devices?
Docking stations and port replicators
What is the first step when working on a laptop?
Find out if it’s under warranty.
What information does technical support need you to have ready when servicing a laptop?
Model & serial number, purchaser name, phone number, and address
