Questions and Answers
What are the three most popular form factors used for motherboards?
ATX, microATX, Mini-ITX
Which type of Intel chipsets was the first to support the graphics controller to be part of the processor?
Sandy Bridge
How many pins does the Intel Socket B have? What is another name for this socket?
1366 pins, LGA1366
What type of memory does the LGA1155 socket work with? Which socket was it designed to replace?
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Does the Sandy Bridge chipset family use two chipset housings on the motherboard or a single chipset housing?
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How many pins does the AMD socket AM3 have?
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Which part of a Nehalem chipset connects directly to the processor, the North Bridge or the South Bridge?
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How does the throughput of PCI Express Version 3.0 compare to PCIe Version 2.0?
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What is the maximum wattage that a PCIe Version 2.0 expansion card can draw?
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What type of power connector on the motherboard was introduced with PCIe Version 1.0? How much power does this connector provide?
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What type of power connector was introduced with PCIe Version 2.0? How much power does this connector provide?
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If you are installing an expansion card into a case that does not have enough clearance above the motherboard for the card, what device can you use to solve the problem?
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Which chip on the motherboard does Windows BitLocker Encryption use to secure the hard drive?
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How can you find out how many memory slots are populated on a motherboard without opening the computer case?
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What are two reasons you might decide to flash BIOS?
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What is the easiest way to obtain the latest software to upgrade BIOS?
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What can you do if the power-on password and the supervisor password to a system have been forgotten?
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How is CMOS RAM powered when the system is unplugged?
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Describe how you can access the BIOS setup program.
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Study Notes
Motherboard Form Factors
- Most popular form factors: ATX, microATX, and Mini-ITX.
Intel Chipsets
- Sandy Bridge processors integrate both memory and graphics controllers.
Intel Socket B
- Also known as LGA1366, this socket features 1366 pins.
LGA1155 Socket
- Compatible with DDR3 memory and was created to replace the LGA1156 socket.
Chipset Housing
- Sandy Bridge utilizes a single chipset housing for the Platform Controller Hub.
AMD Socket AM3
- Does not feature 941 pin holes (PGA).
Nehalem Chipset Connection
- The North Bridge connects directly to the processor in a Nehalem chipset.
PCI Express Throughput
- PCI Express Version 3.0 offers up to 32 GB/sec bandwidth for 16 lanes, compared to 16 GB/sec of PCIe Version 2.0.
PCIe Expansion Card Wattage
- PCIe Version 2.0 expansion cards can draw a maximum wattage of 300 W.
Power Connectors with PCIe Versions
- The 6-pin PCIe connector from Version 1.0 provides an additional 75 W of power.
- The 8-pin PCIe power connector introduced in Version 2.0 provides 150 W.
PCI Riser Card
- A device enabling installation of an expansion card at a right angle, saving space.
TPM Chip
- Utilized by Windows BitLocker Encryption to secure the hard drive.
Memory Slot Information
- BIOS Setup allows viewing of memory slot population without opening the case.
Reasons to Flash BIOS
- Resolving odd system hangs or malfunctioning motherboard features, like the onboard video.
BIOS Upgrade Methods
- The easiest way to upgrade BIOS is through express BIOS update.
Forgotten Passwords
- Setting jumpers can clear forgotten power-on and supervisor passwords.
CMOS RAM Power
- Powered by a lithium coin-cell battery, retaining data even when unplugged.
Accessing BIOS Setup
- Access BIOS by pressing F2 or Del during boot; older systems may use Ctrl+Alt+Esc.
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