Do You Know the Basic Technical Components of a Computer Flashcards

These basic technical components of a computer flashcards focuses on the basic terms used for beginners or any technical user. These technical terms are vital for the user as it helps to explore and know the technicality better.

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Three Types of Technicians and their purpose
Field Technicians - Multiple Work Environments; On site service; Customer Service Skills and Troubleshooting Remote Technicians - help desk and customer service;
will not work directly with customers; Bench Technicians -
Do not interact with customers; Usually work with computers
When selecting a case and powersupply, what is a factor to consider
Verify that enough space and power is available to support all current and future components
Components to consider whern replacing a motherboard
CPU, RAM, Adapter Card compatibility
What makes sure that the correct voltage is maintained for the CPU and where is it located
Voltage Regulator Module,
Located on the motherboard
Primary Memory is controlled by what and where will bad RAM show up
OS,
POST
Where can you check for Adapter and Device Compatibility and Device Upgrades
Manufacturers Website
Three types of Data Cables for storage devices
PATA, SATA, and SCS
What are the cable types of PATA drives
40pin - 40 Conductor, 40pin - 80 Conductor
When do you need to replace a hard drive
Unusual Noises,
Error Messages,
Corrupt Data or Applications
SATA hard drives transfer rates
1.5 Gbps & 3.0 Gbps
What Types of Drives do SCSI devices use
Printers, Scanners, CD-ROM, and DVD drives HDDs and Tape Storage
SCSI Devices are connected in series and have to be terminated on both ends, commonly known as
Daisy Chain
Explain the Channel System of Devices
8 Channels, 0 - 7 0-Primary Device, 7-Controller
15 Channels, 0 - 15 0-Primary Device, 15-Controller
Describe Narrow and Wide SCSI, and internal connections
Narrow - 8 bit 50pin Connectors
Wide - 16 bit 68pin Connectors
Internal Connections - 80pin Connectors
Name some Input/Output Devices
Input -
Mouse, Keyboard, Camera, Scanner, Mic
Output -
Monitor, Printer, Speaker