Computer Assembly Quiz

What is the first step in preparing to open a computer case?

• Use a hammer to open the case

• Remove all components

• Prepare the workspace

• Ensure the case is powered on

What should be used to prevent electrostatic discharge when handling a CPU?

• Rubber gloves

• Cotton cloth

• Plastic wrap

• Grounded antistatic mat

What is the purpose of thermal compound?

• To secure the CPU

• To power the fan

• To keep the CPU cool

• To connect the motherboard

Which component is installed before placing the motherboard in the case?

• RAM

• Power supply

• Optical drive

• Hard drive

What type of drives are accessed from the front of the case?

• Internal drives

• External drives

• Optical drives

• Floppy drives

What is the function of adapter cards?

• To add functionality

• To connect power

• To store data

• To cool the CPU

What type of connector is used for SATA power?

• 15-pin connector

• 40-pin connector

• 7-pin connector

• 4-pin connector

What should be done after all internal components are installed?

• Connect external cables

• Install the operating system

• Power on the computer

• Remove the side panels

Which cable connects the motherboard to the hard drive?

• Ethernet cable

• HDMI cable

• USB cable

• PATA cable

What is the purpose of the heat sink in a computer?

• To secure the motherboard

• To connect the power supply

• To draw heat away from the CPU

• To store data