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Which of these components directly allows the CPU to communicate with the RAM?
Which of these components directly allows the CPU to communicate with the RAM?
What type of port is used to connect a keyboard or a mouse?
What type of port is used to connect a keyboard or a mouse?
Which of these options best describes the function of the CMOS Battery?
Which of these options best describes the function of the CMOS Battery?
What type of slot is designed for installing expansion cards like sound cards or network cards?
What type of slot is designed for installing expansion cards like sound cards or network cards?
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What component is directly responsible for controlling the boot process in a computer?
What component is directly responsible for controlling the boot process in a computer?
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Which of these components is considered the "brain" of the computer?
Which of these components is considered the "brain" of the computer?
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What type of port is primarily used for connecting external hard drives or SSDs?
What type of port is primarily used for connecting external hard drives or SSDs?
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Which of these components is obsolete and no longer commonly used in modern computers?
Which of these components is obsolete and no longer commonly used in modern computers?
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What is the primary function of the Southbridge?
What is the primary function of the Southbridge?
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Which of these is NOT a type of power connector found on a typical motherboard?
Which of these is NOT a type of power connector found on a typical motherboard?
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Study Notes
Motherboard Components
- Motherboard: The primary circuit board, connecting all computer components.
- SATA Port: Connects Serial ATA hard drives and storage devices.
- CMOS Backup Battery: Maintains CMOS settings when the computer is off.
- CMOS Battery Slot: Houses the CMOS battery.
- CPU Slot: Holds the central processing unit (CPU).
- IDE Connector: Connects older IDE hard drives and devices. (Obsolete)
- Northbridge: Part of the chipset, connects CPU to high-speed components (RAM, graphics card).
- Southbridge: Part of the chipset, connects CPU to slower components (USB, SATA, keyboard).
- VGA Port: Connects a VGA monitor. (Obsolete)
- USB Port: Connects USB devices.
- CPU Fan Slot: Holds the CPU cooling fan.
- LAN Port: Connects to a network via Ethernet.
- DRAM Memory Slot: Holds RAM modules.
- BIOS Chip: Contains BIOS firmware for boot control.
- Parallel Port: Connects older parallel devices. (Obsolete)
- RAM: Random Access Memory, the computer's short-term memory.
- Audio Modem Riser: A slot for an audio card or modem card.
- 4-pin Power Connector: A power connector for the motherboard.
- Floppy Port: Connects a floppy disk drive. (Obsolete)
Input/Output Ports
- Audio Port (Home-theater, amplifier, speaker, etc.): Connects home theater components or audio equipment.
- PS/2 Port (Mouse): For connecting a mouse. (Obsolete)
- PS/2 Port (Keyboard): For connecting a keyboard. (Obsolete)
- PCI Slot: Connects PCI expansion cards.
- AGP Slot: Connects AGP graphics cards. (Obsolete)
- Audio Port (Headphone, Microphones or earphones with mic): For connecting headphones, microphones, or combined devices.
- Audio Port (Headphones, earphones, etc.): Another audio port for audio devices.
Power and Connectors
- 20-pin ATX Power Connector: Main power connector for the motherboard.
- Front Panel Connector: Connects front panel audio and power indicators.
- PC Speaker Connector: For connecting the PC speaker.
CPU and Processing
- CPU: The central processing unit, the "brain" of the computer.
Other Key Components
- Chipset: The system logic chips containing the northbridge and southbridge.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the various components of a computer motherboard. This quiz covers everything from ports and slots to essential chips that keep your system running smoothly. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refresh your memory, this quiz will help you understand the vital roles each component plays.
