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What type of screwdriver is typically required for servicing small screws in Compaq and Apple computers?
What type of screwdriver is typically required for servicing small screws in Compaq and Apple computers?
What is a likely first step when setting up a dual-boot scenario between two different operating systems?
What is a likely first step when setting up a dual-boot scenario between two different operating systems?
If a computer does not recognize a bootable flash drive, what could be a potential issue?
If a computer does not recognize a bootable flash drive, what could be a potential issue?
What is the recommended action when a customer has no optical drive but wants to install an operating system?
What is the recommended action when a customer has no optical drive but wants to install an operating system?
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What could be the cause if a monitor does not display any image after assembling a new computer?
What could be the cause if a monitor does not display any image after assembling a new computer?
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How can you measure whether the power supply of a computer is providing adequate voltage?
How can you measure whether the power supply of a computer is providing adequate voltage?
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Which scenario would mean that a computer has no sound output from the speakers?
Which scenario would mean that a computer has no sound output from the speakers?
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What is the possible reason for only one drive functioning after connecting both an IDE hard drive and an optical drive?
What is the possible reason for only one drive functioning after connecting both an IDE hard drive and an optical drive?
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What computer software should be configured before installing an operating system?
What computer software should be configured before installing an operating system?
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What could potentially be a problem if the display does not match user expectations?
What could potentially be a problem if the display does not match user expectations?
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What is a potential solution for a computer not producing sound?
What is a potential solution for a computer not producing sound?
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When attempting to set up a dual-boot system, which of the following steps is incorrect?
When attempting to set up a dual-boot system, which of the following steps is incorrect?
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What tool is essential for measuring the voltage output of a power supply?
What tool is essential for measuring the voltage output of a power supply?
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In which scenario might a computer not recognize an internal video card upgrade?
In which scenario might a computer not recognize an internal video card upgrade?
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If a client wants to boost their computer's graphics performance, what should be avoided?
If a client wants to boost their computer's graphics performance, what should be avoided?
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What tool would you use to ensure accurate installation of peripheral cards?
What tool would you use to ensure accurate installation of peripheral cards?
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What is the potential issue if the jumpers on an IDE drive are not configured properly?
What is the potential issue if the jumpers on an IDE drive are not configured properly?
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How can you resolve a cold solder problem after assembling a computer?
How can you resolve a cold solder problem after assembling a computer?
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What should you do if a monitor displays distorted visuals after a video driver installation?
What should you do if a monitor displays distorted visuals after a video driver installation?
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What is one possible consequence of incorrect polarity when assembling a computer?
What is one possible consequence of incorrect polarity when assembling a computer?
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Study Notes
Installing and Configuring Computer Systems
- BIOS is used to configure computer systems before installing an operating system.
- To create a dual-boot scenario for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008, you must:
- Partition the hard drive
- Install Windows 7 first
- Install Windows Server 2008 on the second partition.
- There is only one RID Master in a domain.
- To improve a computer's built-in video card capabilities, consider purchasing an internal video card with higher memory capacity.
- If the display doesn't match expectations, the video driver might not be installed. Install the appropriate video driver.
- Torx screwdrivers are used for small screws typically found in Compaq and Apple computers.
- Use a voltmeter to measure the output voltage of the power supply and determine if it's providing enough power.
- Create a bootable flash drive to install an operating system on a computer without an optical drive.
- If a computer doesn't recognize a bootable flash drive, the BIOS might not be properly configured to boot from it. Configure the BIOS to prioritize booting from the flash drive.
- Possible reasons for a non-functional assembled computer include:
- Cold solder joints
- Incorrect component placement
- Improper polarity
- If only one drive is working after installing both an IDE hard drive and optical drive, check the jumper settings.
- Monitor displaying no image or characters after assembling a new computer could be caused by:
- Power on switch
- Monitor cable connection
- When a computer produces no sound from the speaker, possible causes are:
- Speaker power not turned on
- Speaker signal cable connection
- Sound card driver not installed
- Peripheral cards and computer memory cards should be kept in a safe and organized manner.
Installing and Configuring Computer Systems
- BIOS: This is the software that is configured before installing the operating system.
- Dual-boot Scenario: To set up a dual-boot scenario between Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008, partition the hard drive, install Windows 7 first, and then install Windows Server 2008 in the second partition.
- RID (Relative Identification) Master in a Domain: There is only one RID Master in a domain.
- Improving Video Card: To enhance a computer's built-in video card, purchase an internal video card with a larger memory capacity.
- Display Issues: If the display does not match expectations, the video driver may not be installed. Install the necessary video driver.
- Screwdriver: Use a Torx Screwdriver for small screws commonly found in Compaq and Apple computers.
- Power Supply Voltage: Use a Voltmeter to measure the output voltage of the power supply and ensure it is providing adequate voltage.
- Bootable Flash Drive: If a customer lacks an optical drive to install an operating system, create a bootable flash drive.
- Flash Drive Recognition: If a computer does not recognize a bootable flash drive, the BIOS may not be configured to boot from it. Adjust the BIOS settings to boot from the flash drive.
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Troubleshooting Assembled Product: If an assembled product does not work, possible causes include:
- Cold solder
- Incorrect component placement
- Incorrect polarity
- IDE Drive Issue: When both an IDE hard drive and an optical drive are installed, but only one functions, check the jumper settings.
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No Display Output: If a new computer does not display any image on the monitor, potential causes include:
- Power on switch issue
- Monitor cable problem
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No Sound Output: If there is no sound from the speakers, possible causes include:
- Speaker power switch not turned on
- Signal cable from speaker damaged
- Sound card driver not installed
- Peripheral/Memory Cards: Store peripheral and memory cards in a safe and organized location.
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This quiz covers key concepts in installing and configuring computer systems, including BIOS settings, dual-boot scenarios, hardware components, and troubleshooting display issues. Test your knowledge on partitioning hard drives, improving video capabilities, and creating bootable drives.
