Power Supply of Computer

What does ATX stand for in ATX power supply?

• Analog Telephone eXchange

• Automatic Transfer eXchange

• Advanced Technology eXtended

• Advanced Technology eXpanded

What are the main differences between ATX and AT power supplies?

• The main differences between ATX and AT power supplies are their voltage output and efficiency.

• The main differences between ATX and AT power supplies are their cooling mechanisms and noise levels.

• The main differences between ATX and AT power supplies are their physical size and power connectors.

• The main differences between ATX and AT power supplies are their compatibility with different computer components and their price.

What are the different types of power supply connectors used in computers?

• USB, HDMI, VGA, DVI

• Ethernet, USB-C, Thunderbolt, DisplayPort

• IDE, SCSI, FireWire, PS/2

• ATX, EPS, SATA, Molex, PCIe

What is the purpose of the 24-pin ATX power connector?

• To provide power to the graphics card.

• To provide power to the motherboard and its components.

• To connect the motherboard to the CPU.

• To connect the motherboard to the hard drive.

What is the purpose of the 4-pin CPU power connector?

• To connect the CPU to the motherboard.

• To provide additional power to the CPU.

• To cool down the CPU.

• To increase the CPU speed.

What is the purpose of the SATA power connector?

• To provide power to SATA devices.

• To provide power to USB devices.

• To transfer data between SATA devices.

• To connect SATA devices to the motherboard.

What is the purpose of the PCIe power connector?

• To improve the cooling of the graphics card.

• To provide data transfer between the graphics card and the motherboard.

• To provide additional power to the graphics card or other PCIe devices.

• To connect the graphics card to the motherboard.

What are some common power supply troubleshooting techniques?

• Blowing into the power supply unit to remove dust

• Unplugging and plugging the power cord repeatedly

• Using a different power cord

• Checking the power cord, testing the outlet, inspecting the power supply unit, checking for loose connections, and testing with a different power supply.

What are the possible causes of a computer not turning on?

• faulty power cord, overheating, software issue

• faulty power supply, dead battery, malfunctioning motherboard, loose or disconnected power cable, faulty power button

How can you test if a power supply is faulty?

• Smell the power supply for any burning or unusual odors.

• Use a multimeter to measure the voltage output.

• Shake the power supply and listen for any loose components.

• Check if the power supply is warm to the touch.