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1
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The ——— family of AMD processors has processors that run up to 3.2Ghz, have up to 6 cores and use AM3 socket.

A

Phenom family

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Includes the pile driver 2nd gen, FX and Opteron series and can have up to 8 cores and use the AM3+ socket

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Bulldozer architecture

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Memory on the processor die is called?

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Level 1 cache

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Memory in the processor package but not on the processor die is called

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Level 2 Cache

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Some processors use a third cache farther from the processor core but still in the processor package

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Level 3 Cache

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6
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When windows hands off a task to the CPU it’s called what?

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Thread

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7
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If the processor cooler does not have thermal compound applied put a small dot of compound in the ———- of the processor

A

Center

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A processor housing that contains more than one processor is referred to as what term

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Multicore processor

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Current —— processor families include FX, Phenom, Athlon, Sempron, 9 series, A series, and E series for desktops.

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Advanced Micro Devices

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A ——- might be on a video card on the motherboard or embedded in the CPU package

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Graphics processing Unit

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11
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T/F multiple processors can be installed in a single processor housing

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True

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12
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What is most likely result of a correctly installed processor but an incorrectly installed cooler

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Boot process begins but system suddenly turns off after a short period.

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The ________ family of AMD has processors that run up to 4.2Ghz, gave up to 16 cores and use the TR4 and AM4 socket

A

Zen Family

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Two technologies that are hybrid processors that can handle 32 bit and 64 bit operating systems natively

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AMD64, EM64T

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Which of the following is true about installing a processor on a motherboard

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After placing the processor in the socket you need to lock down the lever

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16
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The ability of a processor to execute two instructions at the same time.

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Multiprocessing

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17
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T/F Memory used in a processor package is static RAM. It loses data rapidly and must be refreshed often.

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False

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18
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What are two names used by intel and AMD and respectively that refer to the Execute Disable Bit technology

A 
eXecute Disable (XD) 
Enhanced Virus Protection
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19
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Nine features that affect performance and compatibility of a processor with the motherboard

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  1. Processor speed
  2. Socket and chipset the processor can use
  3. Processor architecture
  4. Multiprocessing abilities
  5. Memory cache
  6. Security
  7. Memory features on the motherboard
  8. Support for virtualization
  9. Integrated graphics
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20
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Another name for hyper threading used by intel

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Multithreading

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21
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What is NOT a feature of a processor?

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CMOS

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22
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T/F the standard has been for a processor to have two Arithmetic logic units so it can process two instructions at once.

A

True

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T/F If the system begins to boot and suddenly turns off before completing the boot the processor is most likely overheating

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True

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24
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The speed at which the processor operates internally is called the processor _______

A

Frequency

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25
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To find details about an intel processor search the intel ______ database

A

ARK

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26
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Holds counters, data, instructions, and addresses ALU is currently processing.

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Registers

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27
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Holds data and instructions to be processed by ALU

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Internal memory caches

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28
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Connect components within the processor housing

A

Buses

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29
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Manages data and instructions entering and leaving the processor

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Input/Output unit

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30
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Manages all activities inside the processor

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Control Unit

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31
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Performs all logical comparisons and calculations

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Arithmetic Logic Units

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32
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T/F You can buy individual packets of thermal compound that each contain a single application.

A

True

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33
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What is the general name of the processor feature that AND calls HyperTransport

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Multi threading

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34
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What is NOT a component of a processor

A

Multiplier

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35
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You may need to _____ for cost when selecting a processor

A

Performance

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36
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After installing a processor you should check what?

A

UEFI/BIOS

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37
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The intel core ____ uses the x299 chipset

A

i9

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38
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Where can the Execute Disable Bit technology be disabled?

A

I’m the BIOS/UEFI setup screen

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39
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The processor operates at four times the FSB speed this factor is called the ______

A

Multiplier

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40
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T/F The two major manufacturers of processors are intel and NVIDIA

A

False

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41
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T/F when installing a LGA1155 processor, you must line up the gold circle on the processor with the right angle mark on the motherboard

A

False

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42
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Hybrid processors are known by why term

A

X86-64 processors

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43
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Intel’s _______ processor is low powered processor used in low cost desktops laptops and netbooks

A

Atom processor

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44
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Really old computers used_____ inline memory module

A

Single Inline Memory Module

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45
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DIMM’s used in servers can provide additional reliability if they use what does if it’s technology?

A

ECC

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46
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T/F you You cannot mix ECC with non ECC memory

A

True

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47
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Motherboards for desktops rods use a type of memory called what?

A

Dual inline memory module

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48
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DIMM with a PC rating of PC2-6400 is running at what speed?

A

800Mhz

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49
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This compares bits written to a memory module to what is later read from the module and it can determine t and correct an error in a single bit of the byte

A

ECC

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50
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Older type of memory module designed by RAMBUS

A

RIMM

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51
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Double sided DIMMs that provide more than one bank

A

Dual ranked

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52
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An error checking technology used by older SIMMS

A

Parity

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53
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The number of clock cycles it takes to write or read a row of data

A

RAS Latency

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54
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A DIMM module with memory chips installed onto one side only

A

Single-Sided

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55
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A DDR4 DIMM running at a speed of 3866 MHz has what PC rating?

A

PC4-30000

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56
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DDR3 DIMM pin #

A

240 pin

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57
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DDR2 DIMM PIN number

A

240 pin

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58
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DDR pin count

A

184 PIN number

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59
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SDRAM PIN number

A

168 pin

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60
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SIMM two module group pin count

A

72 pin

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61
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SIMM four module group

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30 pins

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62
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SO-DIMM DDR3 pin count

A

204 pins

63
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SO-DIMM SDRAM

A

144 pins

64
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SO-DIMM EDO pin count

A

72 pins

65
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DDR4 DIMM

A

288 pin

66
Q

SO-DIMM DDR4

A

260 pin

67
Q

Which of the following statements is NOT true when setting up dual channeling

A

If you have two pairs installed in two channels, all four DIMMS must match

68
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What type of RAM is typically installed onto a motherboard and loses data rapidly, requiring it to be refreshed often?

A

DRAM

69
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5 questions to answer before adding memory to a system.

A
  1. How much RAM do I need and how much is currently installed
  2. How many and what kind of memory modules are currently installed on my motherboard?
  3. How many and what kind of modules can I fit on my motherboard?
  4. How do I select and purchase the right modules for my upgrade?
  5. How do I physically install the new modules?
70
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What is the transfer rate of a 64-bit module running at 1600 MHz

A

12,800 MB/Second

71
Q

A DDR4 running at a speed of 2133 MHz has what PC rating?

A

PC4-17000

72
Q

______ DIMMs are used on subnotebook computers and are smaller than SO-DIMMs

A

Micro

73
Q

A DDR3 DIMM running at a speed of 3000 MHz has what PC rating?

A

PC3-24000

74
Q

T/F Today’s ECC DIMMs use a 64 bit data path

A

False

75
Q

When populating a motherboard with DIMM modules what configuration option will NOT work?

A

Mixing unbuffered with registered

76
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T/F When properly setting up dual channeling, the pair of DIMMs in a channel must be equally matched.

A

True

77
Q

What is the transfer rate of a 64-bit module running at 400 MHz

A

3200 MB/second

78
Q

A DDR4 DIMM running at a speed of 2666 MHz has what PC rating?

A

PC4-21300

79
Q

A DIMM with a pc rating of PC4-17000 is running at what speed?

A

2133 MHz

80
Q

The memory a processor addresses at one time

A

Memory bank

81
Q

An improved version of SDRAM

A

Double Data Rate SDRAM

82
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What refers to number of clock cycles it takes to write or read a column of data off a memory module?

A

CAS

83
Q

What technology in a DIMM informs the BIOS of a memory modules size speed voltage and data path width

A

SPD

84
Q

Which of the following is true about DIMM slots?

A

Color coding is used to identify the channel.

85
Q

What can a DIMM use to hold data and amplify a signal just before the data is written to the module?

A

Registers

86
Q

RIMM has _______ pins and two notches near the center of the edge connector.

A

184 pins

87
Q

T/F DDR runs two times the data rate as regular SDRAM

A

True

88
Q

What two different DIMM technologies below can be used in a quad channel configuration?

A

DDR3 and DDR4

89
Q

What is the transfer rate of a 64-bit module running at 12000 MHz

A

9600 MB/second

90
Q

SO-RIMM has ______ pins and two notches near the center of the edge connector

A

160

91
Q

If you mix memory speeds know that all modules will perform at the ________ speed

A

Slowest

92
Q

DIMM with a PC rating of PC4-17000 is running at what speed?

A

2133 MHz

93
Q

T/F DDR2 and DDR3 use the same number of pins and their notches are in the same position

A

False

94
Q

A DDR3 DIMM running at a speed of 2666 MHz has what PC rating?

A

PC3-21300

95
Q

DIMM with a PC rating of PC2-82500 is running at what speed?

A

1066 MHz

96
Q

SDRAM runs synchronized with what?

A

System clock

97
Q

DIMM with a PC rating of PC3-2400 is running at what speed

A

3000 MHz

98
Q

When upgrading memory use the type, size, and speed the ________ supports.

A

Motherboard

99
Q

What measurement is used for measuring access timing for memory?

A

Latency

100
Q

DIMM that doesn’t support registers or buffers is referred to as _____ DIMM

A

Unbuffered

101
Q

Indicates that the system is waiting for a response from a program or device

A

Windows Pinwheel

102
Q

Windows errors that are caused by problems with devices of a corrupted Windows installation

A

BSOD (Blue screen of Death)

103
Q

A component made of metal that is designed to draw heat away from a processor into the fins

A

Heat sink

104
Q

A round air duct that helps direct air to the processor

A

CAG

105
Q

A power supply with a second +12v rail

A

Dual rail

106
Q

A location where Windows keeps a copy of driver software

A

Driver store

107
Q

A device that provides battery power when the main power source goes out

A

UPS

108
Q

A component that fits on the bottom of a laptop that can improve charge times and increase time between charges

A

Sheet battery

109
Q

The technology most commonly used by battery packs

A

Lithium ion

110
Q

A tool in Windows 8/7/Vista that tests memory

A

Memory Diagnostics.

111
Q

What two different POST beep code sequences indicate a memory error?

A

Continuous short beeps

Continuous three short beeps and then a pause

112
Q

What does a single beep or no beep imply during the startup of a computer

A

All POSTS tests passed

113
Q

The smell of _______ parts or odors may indicate a problem with the computers electrical system.

A

Burning

114
Q

CPU coolers are typically made using copper and ___________ materials

A

Aluminum

115
Q

A system might be overheating if it hangs or _________ just a few moments after the boot starts.

A

Freezes

116
Q

T/F A clicking noise coming from a system could indicate that a hard drive is failing

A

True

117
Q

A PCLe 6/8 pin connector for providing auxiliary power to PCLe cards utilizes what voltage?

A

+12v

118
Q

T/F A power supply rated at 1000 watts running at 500 watts will last longer than a power supply rated at 750 watts and running at 500 watts draw.

A

True

119
Q

What protects your computer from brownouts or sags?

A

UPS

120
Q

If you are trying to move a hard drive from a non working computer to a working computer for the purpose of accessing data, what must you have?

A

An administrator password

121
Q

Why might you disable quick booting features in BIOS when troubleshooting?

A

To see a full POST report

122
Q

To improve __________ replace missing faceplates over empty drive bays and replace missing slot covers over empty expansion slots

A

Airflow

123
Q

What is the most used rail on a power supply?

A

+12V

124
Q

Begin troubleshooting a BSOD by searching the Microsoft website for the ________ and a description of the problem

A

Error message

125
Q

T/F A moles connector supplies +3.3V +5V, and -12V

A

False

126
Q

T/F Power supplies that run at less than peak performance last longer and don’t overheat

A

True

127
Q

A cooler fan power cord with _____ pins will always operate at the same speed.

A

3

128
Q

One long and two short beeps when using an Award BIOS is an indication of what issue?

A

Video problem

129
Q

Use _______ air, a blower, or an anti static vacuum to remove dust from the power supply, cents over the entire computer and the processor cooler fan.

A

Compressed

130
Q

When an end user brings any computer problem to you, begin the troubleshooting process by ______ the user

A

Interviewing

131
Q

Three long beeps during the POST sequence on an intel BIOS are an indication of what type of issue

A

Keyboard controller program

132
Q

The Startup UEFI/BIOS communicates with the POST errors as a series of beeps before it tests

A

Video

133
Q

Three long beeps during the POST sequence on an intel bios are an indication of what type of issue?

A

Key controller problem

134
Q

What is a typical sign a capacitor is bad or failed

A

The capacitors are discolored

The capacitors have a crusty corrosion at the base of the capacitor

135
Q

Excessive _______ insulates components and caused them to overheat

A

Dust

136
Q

What are some of the possible causes of intermittent device failures

A

Failing hard drive
Overheating processor
Faulty motherboard
Overheating RAM

137
Q

What is an indication an inadequate power supply is a source of the problem

A

The power supply whines when you first turn on the system

138
Q

A 4 pin header on a motherboard supports ________ that controls fan speed in order to reduce overall noise in the system

A

Pulse width modulation

139
Q

Allowing heat to be drawn away from the cpu without the use of a fan is known by what terms?

A

Passive CPU cooler

Fanless CPU cooler

140
Q

What does BSOD stand for?

A

Blue Screen of Death

141
Q

What are the two highest heat producing components in a system?

A

Video card

Processor

142
Q

What is an auto switching AC adapter

A

An adapter that can use 110V or 220V AC power

143
Q

T/F if you need to recover data off a system that won’t boot install the drive in a working system

A

True

144
Q

A missing standoff could create what potential problem?

A

A short on the motherboard

145
Q

What are the FRUs on a motherboard?

A
  1. Processor
  2. Cooler assembly
  3. CMOS battery
146
Q

If you suspect overheating go into BIoS setup and find the CPU screen that reports what?

A

Temperature

147
Q

T/F a case is designed for optimal airflow when slot openings on the front and rear of the case are covered and when the case cover is securely in place

A

True

148
Q

If you see an error message that reads processor thermal trip error the problem is what?

A

The processor has overheated

149
Q

Intel recommends the clearance of a chassis air guide be no greater than ___ mm and no less than 12 mm

A

20

150
Q

What is a typical symptom of a CMOS battery failure?

A

Time and Date settings are lost

151
Q

If the startup bios can’t find a device to use to load the operating system what error message comes up?

A

Fixed disk error

152
Q

T/F If you see smoke or burning you should open the case immediately

A

False

153
Q

When testing a laptop power connector the voltage range should be plus or minus _ percent of the accepted voltage

A

5

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