Power Supplies

Question 1

Step-Down transformer

Answer 1

Pretty much what a Power Supply is

It converts AC power into DC power

Question 2

ATX Power connector

Answer 2

Primary connector for the motherboard

20(+4) pin

Question 3

Types of power

Answer 3

12 volt - yellow connector cable to that pin

5 volt - red connector cable to that pin

3.3 volt - orange connector cable to that pin

Question 4

ATX 12v

Answer 4

Extensions to the original ATX power connector that allows us to put more power into the motherboard

4-8 Pin P4

Question 5

Other connectors

Answer 5

Older connectors - Molex, mini connector

SATA Power Connection ( black flat ending ) - used primarily for Hard drives

PCIe Connector - Dedicated connectors for graphics cards

Question 6

Modular Power Supply

Answer 6

Power supply where cables an be attached and detached, so you can plug in what you need

Question 7

Installing Power Supply

Answer 7

Heat blows out the back

Unscrew panel on the back of the case and put it onto the power supply. Then slide PS back in

Question 8

80+ rating system

Answer 8

Rating system that shows how efficient the Power supply is depending on voltage load

80 Plus, 80 Plus (bronze - Platinum), 80 Plus Titanium