Computer Connections

What part of the computer does this image present?

• Front Panel

  ( Connectors and headers )

• Side Panel

  (Internal access)

• Back Panel

  ( ports and I/O)

• Side Panel

  (cables management)

Answer explanation

The back panel of a Personal Computer are usually compose of ports where other computer components are connected this is also called as

" Computer I/O "

Which of the following cable/connector is needed to be placed here to make the computer work well?

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Answer explanation

USB 3.0 or 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) standard, A lot of devices are design to be plugged-in as USB connector these devices/component either expand the capabilities of a computer or have a specific purpose according to the need of the user.

Which of the following cable/connector is needed to be placed here to make the computer work well?

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Answer explanation

Ethernet Plug/Connector also called as RJ45 is a connector that provides internet connection from the modem/internet provider to the computer.

Which of the following cable/connector is needed to be placed here to make the computer work well?

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Answer explanation

VGA (Video Graphic Array) is a connector that sends signal to allows the Computer Unit display to appear on the screen of a monitor

Which of the following cable/connector is needed to be placed here to make the computer work well?

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Answer explanation

DVI (Digital Visual Interface) is a connector that send signal from a video source which can support multiple modes of media.

Which of the following cable/connector is needed to be placed here to make the computer work well?

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Answer explanation

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a connector that sends/provides signal of both Audio/video into an output. This connector can provide high refresh rates for better experience.

Which of the following cable/connector is needed to be placed here to make the computer work well?

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Answer explanation

DP (DisplayPort) is a connector which can provide higher resolution with fewer pins, like HDMI this can also send signal of both audio/video into an output but is can provided higher graphic resolution and higher refresh rate.

Which of the following cable/connector is needed to be placed here to make the computer work well?

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Answer explanation

PS/2 port is a 6-pin mini-DIN connector used for connecting mouse and keyboard during the first I/O designs or Legacy models of Computer Units. this can also be color coded Green(mouse) and Violet(keyboard)

Which of the following cable/connector is needed to be placed here to make the computer work well?

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Answer explanation

Power Cord, Power Cable, or Flex is the primary cable that provides power to the computer from the AC source or outlet. Typically beside the power cable port is a switch to allow the flow of current to the System Unit.

Did you get all the answers correctly?

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Answer explanation

Familiarizing ourselves to properly connect computer I/O can help us to understand how computer works, make sure that you can complete this task by understanding the purpose of each components of a system unit.