Working Inside Desktop Computers and Laptops

Question 1

Front Panel Header

Answer 1

A group of pins on a motherboard that connects to wires that are connected to the front panel of the computer case.

Question 2

Front panel connectors

Answer 2

A group of wires running from the front or top of the computer case to the motherboard.

Question 3

Spacers

Answer 3

See Standoff.

Question 4

Standoffs

Answer 4

Round plastic or metal pegs that separate the motherboard from the case, so that components on the back of the motherboard do not touch the case. Also called spacer.

Question 5

ZIF connectors

Answer 5

A ZIF ( Zero Insertion Force) connector uses a lever or latch to prevent force from being used on a sensitive connection.

Question 6

Front Panel Connector

Answer 6

A group of wires running from the front or the top of the computer case to the motherboard.