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What is the primary function of the System Bus?
What is the primary function of the System Bus?
What type of storage device uses flash memory to store data?
What type of storage device uses flash memory to store data?
What is the primary function of the Power Supply?
What is the primary function of the Power Supply?
What is the primary difference between Parallel ATA (PATA) and Serial ATA (SATA) connections?
What is the primary difference between Parallel ATA (PATA) and Serial ATA (SATA) connections?
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What is the primary function of the Adapter Cards?
What is the primary function of the Adapter Cards?
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What is the main consequence of neglecting safety precautions in the workplace?
What is the main consequence of neglecting safety precautions in the workplace?
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What is the primary role of the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) website?
What is the primary role of the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) website?
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What is a key aspect of integrating safety into the workplace, according to Mike Meyers' CompTIA A+ Guide?
What is a key aspect of integrating safety into the workplace, according to Mike Meyers' CompTIA A+ Guide?
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What is a potential health risk associated with constant use of cell phones in the workplace?
What is a potential health risk associated with constant use of cell phones in the workplace?
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What is a potential outcome of not following safety guidelines when working with electronic equipment?
What is a potential outcome of not following safety guidelines when working with electronic equipment?
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What is a crucial step in disposing of hazardous materials in a PC repair shop?
What is a crucial step in disposing of hazardous materials in a PC repair shop?
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What is the primary purpose of using anti-static devices in a PC repair shop?
What is the primary purpose of using anti-static devices in a PC repair shop?
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What is a critical aspect of safety in a PC environment, as explored in this lab exercise?
What is a critical aspect of safety in a PC environment, as explored in this lab exercise?
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What is the primary goal of identifying safety hazards in the workplace, as addressed in this lab exercise?
What is the primary goal of identifying safety hazards in the workplace, as addressed in this lab exercise?
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What is a key aspect of occupational safety regulations in a PC repair shop?
What is a key aspect of occupational safety regulations in a PC repair shop?
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What is a potential consequence of neglecting electromagnetic interference (EMI) in a PC repair shop?
What is a potential consequence of neglecting electromagnetic interference (EMI) in a PC repair shop?
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What is a characteristic of a responsible PC technician?
What is a characteristic of a responsible PC technician?
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What is a significant consequence of not practicing ESD safety measures in the workplace?
What is a significant consequence of not practicing ESD safety measures in the workplace?
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What should you include in your presentation to demonstrate proper equipment disposal procedures?
What should you include in your presentation to demonstrate proper equipment disposal procedures?
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What is the primary purpose of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)?
What is the primary purpose of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)?
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Why is it important to practice ESD safety measures as a PC tech early on?
Why is it important to practice ESD safety measures as a PC tech early on?
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What should you research in Step 1 of the lab to create a comprehensive presentation?
What should you research in Step 1 of the lab to create a comprehensive presentation?
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What should you include in your presentation to demonstrate an understanding of electrostatic discharge (ESD)?
What should you include in your presentation to demonstrate an understanding of electrostatic discharge (ESD)?
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Study Notes
System Unit Components
- The system unit consists of the system board, central processing unit (CPU), memory, system bus, storage devices, power supplies, cooling systems, adapter cards, and riser cards.
System Board
- The system board is the main circuit board of the system unit.
CPU and Memory
- The central processing unit (CPU) executes instructions and performs calculations.
- Memory holds data and program instructions for the CPU.
System Bus
- The system bus is a communication pathway that allows components to exchange data.
Storage Devices
- Types of storage devices include:
- Floppy disk drives (FDD)
- Hard disk drives (HDD)
- Optical disks (CD, DVD, Blu-ray)
- Tape drives
- Solid state storage devices
Connection Methods
- Personal computer connection methods include:
- Ports (e.g., serial, parallel, USB)
- Serial connections
- Parallel connections
- Universal Serial Bus (USB) connections
- IEEE 1394 and FireWire connections
- Small Computer Systems Interface (SCSI) connections
- Parallel ATA (PATA) connections
- Serial ATA (SATA) connections
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Description
Learn about the components of a system unit, including the system board, CPU, memory, system bus, and more. Understand their functions and interactions.
