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what does the acronym Bios stand for
Basic Input Output System
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what size is a fill atx motherboard
12"x9.6"
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what expansion slot is found mostly in servers
PCI-X
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what devices does the Southbridge interact with
audio, usb, sata
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if they system data and time keeps resetting every time the computer boots, which item is most likely failing
the CMOS battery
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which type of RAM is used in laptops
SO-DIMM
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ram chip that can run both of its sides at the same time
single
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ram chip that can only run one side at a time
double
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buffered memory has an extra chip on the _____ module to handle large amounts of processing
DIMM
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what is the first step to install a video or sound card
get the drivers
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types of expansion cards
riser, modem, tv tuner, thunderbolt
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4 types of record-able disks
BD-R, BD-RE, DVD-RW, DVD-RW DL
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what is hot swappable device
a hard drive that can be installed or uninstalled into a machine while it is running
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how many hard drives are needed at a minimum in RAID 5
3
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which is a tape drive backup method
grandfather, father, son
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which are Intel CPU socket types
775, 1150, 1366, 2011
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which are groups of AMD CPU sockets
AM, FM
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when it comes to CPU's having multiple cores, it does not mean that they have multiple _)____
processors
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how many bits can a USB 3.0 support
5 Gb
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types of PC video connectors
VGA, HDMI, DVI-A, DVI-D
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which forms of wireless connections are on smartphones
IR, NFC, bluetooth
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which type of rail is dedicated to the CPU of a computer
dual rail
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items requirted for a graphic/CAD/CAM design workstation
multicore processor, high end video card, at least 8 GB of RAM
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most important to virtualization workstation
RAM, CPU cores
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best defines a thin client workstation
a machine with an operating system, basic applications, and network connectivity
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2 types of LCD monitor panels
twisted numeric, and in-plane switching
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inherent problem when increasing the CPU's clock setting
temperature may be to high
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what does the execute bit do
disables code execution in the buffer when a worm tries to insert code into it
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what type of ram is used to solve memory errors
ECC
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which port is the best solution for adding a network printer in windows 7
TCP/IP
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which type of card should be used to record off-air television programs
video capture card
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which components are the most important in a virtualization server
maximum memory, and quad core CPU
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example of a private class B IP address
172.16.22.108
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needs a powerful CPU, high-end video card, and as much RAM as possible
CAD workstation
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voltages normally supplied by a CPU's rails
3.3V, and 5V
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need to make a patch cable to connect a computer to a RJ45 wall jack, what tool should you use to attach the RJ45 plugs to the patch cable
crimper
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configuring two drives for maximum performance- what RAID type should you select
RAID o
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which connector is most commonly used with POTS lines
RJ-11
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describes the function of a switch network
transmits packets it recieves to specific connections
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recommended method for cleaning a laptop screen
using a dry lint free cloth
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4 connector types you may find on a LCD monitor
DVI, HDMI, 15-pin, DisplayPort
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maximum data transfer rate of IEEE 1394a
400Mpbs
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storage media types has no moving parts
solid state drive
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common hardware requirements in a home server
RAID array, and gigabit Ethernet
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does not have to do with virtualization
CAD/CAM
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command that verifies the IP address of a gateway on a local computer
ipconfig
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what adapter card uses an RJ-45 connector
NIC
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what print drive do you need to install a printer on a windows 7 professional x86 workstation
32-bit
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port used by DNS traffic by default
53
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electrophotographic imaging process-which of the printers uses a charges corona wire
laser
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disperses heat, requires no moving parts
heat sink
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best solution for high-end graphics cards
PCIe
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laptop with dim display-confirmed hardware issue-what should you replace first
LCD inverter
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what feature makes logical processor cores appear as physical cores to the operating system
hyper-threading
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what cable carries analog video signal across three separate physical channels
component
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should be used when installing or upgrading a CPU to ensure that the heat will be dissipated efficiently through the heat sink
thermal compound
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most common type of networking connector
RJ-45
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why should VoIP not be used with satellite internet
latency
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non-overlapping channels in the 2.4 GHz wireless spectrum
1,6,11
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wireless standard can operate at two different channel widths within the same spectrum at the same time
802.11n
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which RAM type is compatible with PC3-8500
PC3-10600
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where is the typical location of the Print Test Page button
on the general tab of the printer properties page
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what cable uses a 9-pin connector
serial
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storage media with no moving parts
solid state drive
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what is the cause of a computer overheating after 30 min of use
internal dust buildup
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what type of cable needs to be fire resistant
plenum
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most common type of networking cable
RJ-45
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best way for a technician to prevent ESD when installing RAm
wear a grounded wristband
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technology that enables protection against random inconsistencies when storing data
ECC
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what is the cause for the power supply fan and case fans spin but there is no power to the other devices
improper connectivity
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best solution for high end graphics
PCIe
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what type of drive does a tables use
solid state drive
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printer technology that uses piezoelectric pressure pads to produce small bubbles that are moved to the paper
inkjet
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components located ion the northbridge
CPU, RAM
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best description of a quad-core processor
single CPu package with four CPU cores
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max data transfer rate of IEEE 1394a
400Mpbs
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what type of adapter card does the NIC use
RJ-45
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two common hardware requirements in a home server
RAID array, and gigabit ethernet
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what environmental impact can cause data to be lost
blackout
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which RAID stripes data across three or more disks
RAID 5
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video ports can send purely digital signals
HDMI, and DVI
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what provides the best cooling for the CPU
liquid cooling
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what material should a computer never be placed on
carpet
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