Mastering Computer Motherboards
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Which component of a computer allows for communication between different parts?

  • Hard drive
  • CPU
  • Motherboard (correct)
  • Video card

Where is the CPU installed on a motherboard?

  • Memory slots
  • ATX power connector
  • Expansion slots
  • CPU socket (correct)

What do the case fan connectors on a motherboard do?

  • Gather information about the CPU fan (correct)
  • Supply power to the CPU
  • Connect the hard drive to the motherboard
  • Connect the video card to the motherboard

Which component of the motherboard is responsible for managing communications among the CPU, memory, and various connector components?

<p>Chipset (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the CMOS battery on a motherboard?

<p>To retain accurate day and clock times when the computer is unplugged (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the motherboard stores the motherboard's firmware?

<p>CMOS Battery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the traces on the back of a motherboard?

<p>To allow communication between connected devices (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of memory module is compatible with memory slots on a motherboard?

<p>PCIe (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of expansion slots on a motherboard?

<p>To connect peripheral devices (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of selecting a motherboard with integrated devices?

<p>Lower cost compared to separate expansion cards (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the CMOS battery on a motherboard?

<p>To store BIOS configuration settings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the motherboard supplies additional power to the CPU?

<p>ATX power connector (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many case fan connectors are typically found on most motherboards?

<p>Three (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the CPU socket located on a motherboard?

<p>Next to the memory slots (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the motherboard is responsible for managing communications among the CPU, memory, and various connector components?

<p>Chipset (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the CMOS battery on a motherboard?

<p>To retain BIOS configuration settings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the traces on the back of a motherboard?

<p>To allow communication between connected devices (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the CPU installed on a motherboard?

<p>CPU socket (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which firmware implementation is stored on integrated flash memory?

<p>UEFI (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the I/O shield on a motherboard?

<p>To secure and protect the internal components from dust and debris (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component is responsible for facilitating communication between the processor, memory, and peripheral devices?

<p>Chipset (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the CMOS battery on a motherboard?

<p>To retain BIOS configuration settings (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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