Learning unit 1.2

Question 1

Why are form factors important?

Answer 1

So that all components will be compatible with each other

Question 2

Which form factors are the most used?

Answer 2

ATX and microATX

Question 3

How does micro-ATX reduce the cost of a system

Answer 3

By
- allowing a smaller case
-reducing the amount of power supplied to the motherboard
-reducing the number of expansion slots on the motherboard

Question 4

List the steps to open a case

Answer 4

-Back up important data
-Power down the system and unplug it
-Drain power supply
-Keep screws safe
-Open case cover
-Clip ESD strap

Question 5

Define POST (Power on Self Test)

Answer 5

A series of tests performed by the BIOS/UEFI when the computer is first turned on

Question 6

What is the role of POST

Answer 6

They determine if the BIOS/UEFI can communicate correctly with essential hardware components

Question 7

Describe the role of the power supply tester

Answer 7

To measure the output of each connector coming from the power supply

Question 8

What is the use of the multimeter

Answer 8

Its a general purpose tool that can measure several characteristics of electricity

Question 9

List the varieties of laptops

Answer 9

-Touch screen
-Rotating screen
-Note-books
-All in one

Question 10

How do drives work?

Answer 10

They receive power supply and communicate instructions and data through a cable attached to the motherboard

Question 11

List the ports common to laptops

Answer 11

-USB
-Ethernet
-Audio
-VGA
-Thunderbolt
-HDMI

Question 12

List the Intel chips

Answer 12

-Coffee Lake
-Kaby Lake
-Sky Lake
-Broadwell
-Haswell

Question 13

What socket do Intel processors use?

Answer 13

Land grid Array (LGA)

Question 14

What sockets are used in servers and high performance workstations?

Answer 14

-LGA 2066
-LGA 2011
-LGA 1366
-LGA 4189

Question 15

Explain the use of ZIF (Zero insertion force)

Answer 15

They’re used to lift the processor in and out of the socket using levers

Question 16

What AMD sockets are used in servers and workstations?

Answer 16

Socket SP5
Socket SP6

Question 17

What should you do to match a processor to the socket and motherboard?

Answer 17

Pay attention to the model number of the processor and know which socket it requires and which motherboard supports it

Question 18

Define a docking port

Answer 18

It has a proprietary connector

Question 19

Explain the role of a docking station

Answer 19

It provides ports to allow a laptop to easily connect to a full-sized monitor, keyboard and other peripheral devices

Question 20

What is a port replicator/Universal docking station

Answer 20

A device that provides ports to allow a laptop to easily connect to peripheral devices

Question 21

What factors must you consider that apply to more laptops?

Answer 21

-Original equipment warranty from the manufacturer
-Service manuals
-Diagnostic software
-Customized installation

Question 22

Define spacers (standoffs)

Answer 22

round plastic or metal pegs that separate the board from the case

Question 23

To remove motherboard:

Answer 23

-Unplug power supply lines
-Unplug SATA cables connected to the motherboard

Question 24

Functions of a lock connector

Answer 24

used to physically secure the laptop with a cable lock

Question 25

Service options

Answer 25

On-site
Ship to authorized service center
Phone assistance or online chat