Understanding Chipsets, Memory Slots, and Storage Devices in Motherboards

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What is the main function of a power supply unit (PSU) in a desktop computer?

To convert AC to DC

Which type of connector is specifically used to supply power to the processor on the motherboard?

ATX12V (P4)

What is the purpose of a 15-pin Serial ATA power connector?

To supply power to SATA hard drives

Which type of expansion cards are configured using Jumper caps?

<p>All types of expansion cards</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component provides multiple LEDs indicators to identify the current status of the computer?

<p>Front I/O Connectors</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the power range for most desktop computer PSUs according to the text?

<p>250 watts up to 2000 watts</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the North Bridge on a motherboard?

<p>Handle high-speed communication between CPU, memory, and graphics card</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which slot on a motherboard is primarily used to connect hard drives along with a 40-pin ribbon cable?

<p>IDE Slot</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Store BIOS settings such as date and time</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the computer is responsible for managing slower I/O operations and connecting devices like hard drives and USB devices?

<p>Southbridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of an ISA Slot on a motherboard?

<p>Add expansion cards to the PC</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hardware interface connects hard drives, SSDs, and CD/DVD drives to the computer?

<p>IDE Slot</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hardware component is responsible for handling the storage and retrieval of information in a computer?

<p>Processing device</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Input/Output (I/O) units in a computer system?

<p>Gather data and transform them into electronic signals</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the transmission speed of USB3.0 compared to USB2.0?

<p>5Gbps</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which activity would involve listing the most suitable Output devices to be used in an office environment?

<p>Activity 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which port is typically used for connecting devices like keyboards, scanners, cameras, and printers?

<p>USB Port</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Input devices in computing?

<p>Input data into the computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which port type does not require restarting the computer after connecting peripherals?

<p>USB Port</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of devices are used to handle the storage and retrieval of information in a computer?

<p>Storage devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of devices are typically connected through a Line-in audio port?

<p>CD players, music instruments, microphones</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility of the Motherboard in a computer system?

<p>Connect all components together</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of an Ethernet port on a computer?

<p>Connect to a wired network LAN</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many Input/Output Ports are listed in the text?

<p>36</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a communication device?

<p>Transmitting signals wirelessly</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component acts as the 'Brain of the Computer' according to the text?

<p>CPU Socket</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a chipset in a computer system?

<p>Helping integrated circuits work together</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of motherboard form factor mainly focuses on logical design, size, and component placement?

<p>ATX Motherboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the CMOS battery on a motherboard primarily serve as?

<p>Storing BIOS settings</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hardware device is responsible for transmitting signals over telephone lines or wirelessly?

<p>Communication device</p> Signup and view all the answers

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