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When disassembling a computer, it’s okay to stack circuit boards on top of each other as long as you follow ESD protection rules. |
False |
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Immediately after you unplug the computer from the power outlet, you’re safe to begin working inside the case. |
False |
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The motherboard sits on elevated screw holes or spacers to keep it from touching the case. |
True |
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A system always needs the 4-pin auxiliary power connector, and sometimes needs the P1 connector as well. |
False |
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Some boards designed to support multiple PCIe video cards will have additional power connectors on the board to power wattage-hungry cards. |
True |
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Which statement is NOT a good practice when working inside a computer case? |
be sure to hold expansion cards by the edge connectors |
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What is the second step in opening the case of a working computer? |
power down the system and unplug it |
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What do you call a connector on a motherboard that consists of pins that stick up from the board? |
header |
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What are round plastic or metal pegs that separate the motherboard from the bottom of the case known as? |
standoff |
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In what order should you install components into the case after disassembling a computer? |
power supply, drives, motherboard, cards |
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Which statement is true regarding the installation of the motherboard and connecting power? |
a 4-pin power cord supplies supplemental power to the processor |
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What type of connector is not typically found on the front panel header? |
SATA controller |
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What does a small triangle embedded on a connector signify? |
the wire nearest the triangle is pin 1 |
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Where should you clip your ESD strap when opening a computer case? |
computer case |
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Most manufacturers or retailers of laptops offer a warranty that lasts for at least how long? |
1 year |
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What diagnostic software is used by several manufacturers, and can run tests on keyboards, video, speakers, touchpad, optical drives, wireless LANs, motherboard, processor, ports, hard drive, and memory? |
PC-Doctor |
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If a ground strap is unavailable, what should be done to dissipate any ESD before working on a laptop? |
Touch a non-painted metallic surface on the laptop |
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What should be done after reassembling a laptop, but before installing the battery or AC adapter? |
Gently shake the laptop to ensure nothing is loose inside of the case |
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Which component may be considered a field replaceable unit (FRU)? |
All of the above |
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Which of the following statements regarding working inside a laptop computer is true? |
When upgrading a laptop, you should use components that are the same brand as the laptop, or use only recommended components. |
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When is it okay to touch the inside of a computer that is turned on? |
When using a multimeter to measure voltage output |
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A system will always require what power connector? |
P1 power connector |
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When removing screws while working on a laptop, what should be done with the screws? |
They should be stored or labeled |
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When handling motherboards, cards, or drives, which statement is NOT accurate? |
You should not hold expansion cards by the edges |
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What is the very first step that should be taken when performing work with a computer? |
You should back up any important data |
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Sometimes a board may have an extra PCIe power connector. This connector comes in what two different pin numbers? |
8-pin 6-pin |
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What are two resources that may be useful in disassembling a laptop computer? |
User manual Service manual |
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What two devices in a computer should be considered "black boxes", and should never be opened, due to risks involving charged capacitors? |
power supply monitor |
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What two laptop manufacturers provide their service manuals online free of charge? |
Dell Lenovo |
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If the PC-Doctor software is installed on a computer’s hard drive, what two different ways can the program be started? |
Press function key during startup sequence Start menu shortcut |
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controls power to the motherboard, must be connected to power the PC up. |
Power SW |
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a connector on a motherboard that consists of pins that stick up from the board |
front panel header |
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positive / negative LED that controls the power light and indicates the power is on |
Power LED +/- |
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controls the drive activity light on the front panel that lights up when any SATA or IDE device is in use |
HDD LED |
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keeps the motherboard from touching the case |
spacer |
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switch used to reboot a computer |
Reset SW |
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you clip it to the side of the computer case to dissipate any charge between you and the computer |
ESD strap |
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a type of connector that must be lifted up in order to be disconnected |
ZIF connector |
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a document from the manufacturer that describes how to disassemble a device |
service manual |
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a connector on the motherboard that allows the insertion of a card |
expansion slot |
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