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Wireless NICs use _______ and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard.
Wireless NICs use _______ and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard.
PCI
Some wireless NICs are installed externally with a _______ connector.
Some wireless NICs are installed externally with a _______ connector.
USB
To install a wireless NIC, align the card with the appropriate _______ slot on the motherboard.
To install a wireless NIC, align the card with the appropriate _______ slot on the motherboard.
expansion
A video adapter card is the interface between a computer and a _______ monitor.
A video adapter card is the interface between a computer and a _______ monitor.
Upgraded video adapter cards can provide better _______ capabilities for games and graphic programs.
Upgraded video adapter cards can provide better _______ capabilities for games and graphic programs.
Video adapter cards use _______, AGP, and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard.
Video adapter cards use _______, AGP, and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard.
If the BIOS does not automatically sense the new video card, you may need to disable the _______ one manually.
If the BIOS does not automatically sense the new video card, you may need to disable the _______ one manually.
To install a video adapter card, remove the _______ slot case blank.
To install a video adapter card, remove the _______ slot case blank.
When attaching cables, never force a ______.
When attaching cables, never force a ______.
The system requirements for the Virtual Desktop include a minimum of ______ MB RAM.
The system requirements for the Virtual Desktop include a minimum of ______ MB RAM.
Plug in the ______ cable after you have connected all other cables.
Plug in the ______ cable after you have connected all other cables.
Attach the ______ cable to the video port.
Attach the ______ cable to the video port.
Plug the ______ cable into the PS/2 keyboard port.
Plug the ______ cable into the PS/2 keyboard port.
A ___________ interface card (NIC) enables a computer to connect to a network.
A ___________ interface card (NIC) enables a computer to connect to a network.
Plug the ______ cable into a USB port.
Plug the ______ cable into a USB port.
NICs use ___________ component interface (PCI) and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard.
NICs use ___________ component interface (PCI) and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard.
Plug the ______ cable into the network port.
Plug the ______ cable into the network port.
Remove the ___________ from the case where the new card will be installed so that the port can be accessed.
Remove the ___________ from the case where the new card will be installed so that the port can be accessed.
Connect the ______ antenna to the antenna connector.
Connect the ______ antenna to the antenna connector.
Align the NIC with the appropriate ___________ slot on the motherboard.
Align the NIC with the appropriate ___________ slot on the motherboard.
Secure the NIC ___________ bracket to the case with the appropriate screw.
Secure the NIC ___________ bracket to the case with the appropriate screw.
A wireless NIC enables a computer to connect to a wireless ___________.
A wireless NIC enables a computer to connect to a wireless ___________.
Figure 3-6 shows a ___________ Network Interface Card.
Figure 3-6 shows a ___________ Network Interface Card.
Install the NIC, wireless NIC, and ___________ adapter card.
Install the NIC, wireless NIC, and ___________ adapter card.
The BIOS contains a setup program used to configure settings for ______ devices.
The BIOS contains a setup program used to configure settings for ______ devices.
The configuration data is saved to a special memory chip called a ______ metal-oxide semiconductor.
The configuration data is saved to a special memory chip called a ______ metal-oxide semiconductor.
A 1 beep code means the system has ______ POST.
A 1 beep code means the system has ______ POST.
A 2 beeps code indicates a ______ parity error.
A 2 beeps code indicates a ______ parity error.
A 4 beeps code means the ______ is not operational.
A 4 beeps code means the ______ is not operational.
Power cables are brightly colored bundles of ______ that branch out from the power supply.
Power cables are brightly colored bundles of ______ that branch out from the power supply.
The Advanced Technology Extended (ATX) main power connector will have either ______ or 24 pins.
The Advanced Technology Extended (ATX) main power connector will have either ______ or 24 pins.
A 5 beeps code indicates a ______ error.
A 5 beeps code indicates a ______ error.
A ______-pin connector will work in a motherboard with a 24-pin socket.
A ______-pin connector will work in a motherboard with a 24-pin socket.
A 8 beeps code means there is a ______ memory error.
A 8 beeps code means there is a ______ memory error.
A 10 beeps code indicates a ______ checksum error.
A 10 beeps code indicates a ______ checksum error.
The power supply may also have a ______-pin or 6-pin Auxiliary (AUX) power connector that connects to the motherboard.
The power supply may also have a ______-pin or 6-pin Auxiliary (AUX) power connector that connects to the motherboard.
Align the ______-pin ATX power connector with the socket on the motherboard.
Align the ______-pin ATX power connector with the socket on the motherboard.
SATA power connectors use a ______-pin connector.
SATA power connectors use a ______-pin connector.
Hard disk drives and optical drives that do not have SATA power sockets use a ______ power connector.
Hard disk drives and optical drives that do not have SATA power sockets use a ______ power connector.
Serial advanced technology attachment (SATA) power connectors are used to connect to ______ disk drives, optical drives, or any devices that have a SATA power socket.
Serial advanced technology attachment (SATA) power connectors are used to connect to ______ disk drives, optical drives, or any devices that have a SATA power socket.
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Study Notes
Installing Adapter Cards
- Wireless NICs use PCI and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard, while some are installed externally with a USB connector.
- Steps for wireless NIC installation: align the wireless NIC with the appropriate expansion slot, press down gently, and secure the PC mounting bracket to the case.
- Video adapter cards use PCI, AGP, and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard, and can provide better graphic capabilities for games and graphic programs.
Installing a Video Adapter Card
- Steps for video adapter card installation: remove the expansion slot case blank, align the video adapter card with the appropriate expansion slot, and secure the card.
- If the BIOS does not automatically sense the new video card, manual configuration through BIOS settings may be required.
Installing Internal Cables
- System requirements for the Virtual Desktop include a minimum of 512 MB RAM and Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system.
- Lab 3.7.2: Install Internal Cables involves installing internal power and data cables in the computer.
Installing External Cables
- Steps for external cable installation: attach the monitor cable to the video port, secure the cable, plug in the keyboard and mouse cables, plug in the USB cable, plug in the network cable, and connect the wireless antenna to the antenna connector.
Installing Adapter Cards
- PCIe x1 NIC, PCI wireless NIC, and PCIe x16 video adapter cards are types of adapter cards.
- After completing this section, you will be able to install the NIC, wireless NIC, and video adapter card.
Network Interface Card (NIC)
- A NIC enables a computer to connect to a network.
- NICs use peripheral component interface (PCI) and PCIe expansion slots on the motherboard.
Installing a NIC
- Steps for NIC installation: remove the blank from the case, align the NIC with the appropriate expansion slot, press down gently, and secure the NIC PC mounting bracket to the case.
Power Cables
- Power cables are brightly colored bundles of wires that branch out from the power supply and provide internal devices with electricity.
- Motherboard Power Connections:
- Advanced Technology Extended (ATX) main power connector has 20 or 24 pins.
- Auxiliary (AUX) power connector has 4 or 6 pins.
- SATA Power Connectors:
- Use a 15-pin connector.
- Used to connect to hard disk drives, optical drives, or devices with a SATA power socket.
- Molex Power Connectors:
- Used for hard disk drives and optical drives without SATA power sockets.
Beep Codes
- Refer to Table 3-1 for sample beep codes and their meanings.
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