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What type of connector is a PS/2 port?
What type of connector is a PS/2 port?
- 6-pin mini-DIN connector for keyboards and mice (correct)
- 25-pin interface for connecting peripherals
- 9-pin interface for serial communication
- 15-pin connector for video cards and monitors
Which port is commonly used for connecting devices to local area networks?
Which port is commonly used for connecting devices to local area networks?
- DVI Port
- VGA Port
- HDMI Port
- Ethernet Port/LAN Port (correct)
What does a DIMM slot primarily allow you to insert into a computer?
What does a DIMM slot primarily allow you to insert into a computer?
- RAM modules (correct)
- PCIe x16 video cards
- CPU voltage regulator module
- Sound cards
Which component maintains values in CMOS and provides power to the BIOS chip?
Which component maintains values in CMOS and provides power to the BIOS chip?
What is the main function of the CPU Fan Power Connector?
What is the main function of the CPU Fan Power Connector?
Which component converts AC to regulated DC power in a computer system?
Which component converts AC to regulated DC power in a computer system?
What type of interface is a DVI port primarily used for?
What type of interface is a DVI port primarily used for?
Which port is commonly found on video cards and monitors?
Which port is commonly found on video cards and monitors?
What is the main purpose of the BIOS chip in a computer system?
What is the main purpose of the BIOS chip in a computer system?
What do IDE connectors primarily facilitate in a computer system?
What do IDE connectors primarily facilitate in a computer system?
What component is responsible for storing working data and machine code temporarily?
What component is responsible for storing working data and machine code temporarily?
Which connector supplies power to the CPU voltage regulator module in a computer system?
Which connector supplies power to the CPU voltage regulator module in a computer system?
Flashcards
PS/2 Port Type
PS/2 Port Type
A 6-pin mini-DIN connector used for keyboards and mice.
LAN Port
LAN Port
A port used to connect to a local area network (LAN).
DIMM Slot Purpose
DIMM Slot Purpose
Allows insertion of RAM modules into a computer.
CMOS Battery Function
CMOS Battery Function
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CPU Fan Power Connector
CPU Fan Power Connector
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Power Supply Unit (PSU) Function
Power Supply Unit (PSU) Function
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DVI Port Use
DVI Port Use
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VGA Port Purpose
VGA Port Purpose
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BIOS Chip Role
BIOS Chip Role
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IDE Connector Function
IDE Connector Function
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RAM Role
RAM Role
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ATX Power Connector Role
ATX Power Connector Role
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Study Notes
Ports and Connectors
- PS/2 Port: 6-pin mini-DIN connector for keyboards and mice
- Serial Port: 9-pin interface for serial communication
- Parallel Port: 25-pin interface for connecting peripherals
- USB Port: Universal Serial Bus for device communication
- Sound Port/Audio Port: Input/output of audio signals controlled by programs
- VGA Port: 15-pin connector for video cards and monitors
- DVI Port: Digital Visual Interface for video transmission
- HDMI Port: High-Definition Multimedia Interface for digital data
- Ethernet Port/LAN Port: Common in local area networks
Expansion Slots and Connectors
- DIMM Slot/Memory Slot/RAM Slot: For inserting RAM modules
- PCIe x16 Slot: For PCIe x16 video cards
- PCI Slots: For attaching hardware devices
- IDE Connector: For PATA/IDE connections
- SATA Connector: For connecting storage devices
- ATX Power Connector: Connects power supply to motherboard
- Auxiliary Power Connector/4 Pin 12 Volt: Supplies power to CPU voltage regulator module
CPU and Motherboard Components
- CPU Socket: Connects microprocessor to motherboard
- CMOS Battery: Maintains values in CMOS and provides power to BIOS chip
- BIOS Chip: First code run by PC on powering on
- CPU Fan Power Connector: Connects CPU fan power
Storage and Power
- Optical Drive: Reads pre-pressed compact discs
- Random-Access Memory (RAM): Stores working data and machine code
- Hard Drive (HDD): Permanent storage for a computer
- Power Supply Unit (PSU): Converts AC to regulated DC power
Expansion Cards
- Commonly Used Expansion Cards: Video card, LAN card, Sound card, etc.
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Test your knowledge on different ports and connectors commonly found on computer systems, such as PS/2, USB, VGA, HDMI, and more.
