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What are the three most popular form factors used for motherboards?
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?
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?
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?
What type of memory does the LGA1155 socket work with? Which socket was it designed to replace?
Does the Sandy Bridge chipset family use two chipset housings on the motherboard or a single chipset housing?
Does the Sandy Bridge chipset family use two chipset housings on the motherboard or a single chipset housing?
How many pins does the AMD socket AM3 have?
How many pins does the AMD socket AM3 have?
Which part of a Nehalem chipset connects directly to the processor, the North Bridge or the South Bridge?
Which part of a Nehalem chipset connects directly to the processor, the North Bridge or the South Bridge?
How does the throughput of PCI Express Version 3.0 compare to PCIe Version 2.0?
How does the throughput of PCI Express Version 3.0 compare to PCIe Version 2.0?
What is the maximum wattage that a PCIe Version 2.0 expansion card can draw?
What is the maximum wattage that a PCIe Version 2.0 expansion card can draw?
What type of power connector on the motherboard was introduced with PCIe Version 1.0? How much power does this connector provide?
What type of power connector on the motherboard was introduced with PCIe Version 1.0? How much power does this connector provide?
What type of power connector was introduced with PCIe Version 2.0? How much power does this connector provide?
What type of power connector was introduced with PCIe Version 2.0? How much power does this connector provide?
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?
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?
Which chip on the motherboard does Windows BitLocker Encryption use to secure the hard drive?
Which chip on the motherboard does Windows BitLocker Encryption use to secure the hard drive?
How can you find out how many memory slots are populated on a motherboard without opening the computer case?
How can you find out how many memory slots are populated on a motherboard without opening the computer case?
What are two reasons you might decide to flash BIOS?
What are two reasons you might decide to flash BIOS?
What is the easiest way to obtain the latest software to upgrade BIOS?
What is the easiest way to obtain the latest software to upgrade BIOS?
What can you do if the power-on password and the supervisor password to a system have been forgotten?
What can you do if the power-on password and the supervisor password to a system have been forgotten?
How is CMOS RAM powered when the system is unplugged?
How is CMOS RAM powered when the system is unplugged?
Describe how you can access the BIOS setup program.
Describe how you can access the BIOS setup program.
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Popular Motherboard Form Factors
Popular Motherboard Form Factors
ATX, microATX, and Mini-ITX.
First Intel Chipset with Integrated Graphics
First Intel Chipset with Integrated Graphics
Sandy Bridge chipsets were the first Intel chipsets to support the graphics controller as part of the processor.
Intel Socket B Pins
Intel Socket B Pins
Intel Socket B has 1366 pins and is also known as LGA1366.
LGA1155 Memory Type
LGA1155 Memory Type
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Sandy Bridge Chipset Housing
Sandy Bridge Chipset Housing
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AMD Socket AM3 Holes
AMD Socket AM3 Holes
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Nehalem Chipset Connection
Nehalem Chipset Connection
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PCIe 3.0 vs 2.0 Throughput
PCIe 3.0 vs 2.0 Throughput
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PCIe 2.0 Max Wattage
PCIe 2.0 Max Wattage
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PCIe 1.0 Power Connector
PCIe 1.0 Power Connector
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PCIe 2.0 Power Connector
PCIe 2.0 Power Connector
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Solving Expansion Card Clearance Issues
Solving Expansion Card Clearance Issues
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BitLocker's Security Chip
BitLocker's Security Chip
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Finding Memory Slot Information
Finding Memory Slot Information
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Reasons to Flash BIOS
Reasons to Flash BIOS
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Easiest Way to Upgrade BIOS
Easiest Way to Upgrade BIOS
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Forgotten System Passwords
Forgotten System Passwords
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CMOS RAM Power Source
CMOS RAM Power Source
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Accessing BIOS Setup
Accessing BIOS Setup
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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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