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The (a) is an arrangement of several integrated circuits that manage data flow between the CPU, memory and peripherals. It also determines compatibility between peripherals and motherboard
Connects the power & reset Switch, power LED, hard disk LED, speaker pins & USB to motherboard
Rear I/O header
F_Panel (system panel header)
ATX power connector
PCI express slots
This type of device has the following features: more powerful, larger, more easily upgradeable, but you have to be aware of compatibility issues when choosing components to install as these may not be integrated. Such as a GPU, sound cards, wi-fi cards and even the processor.
(a)
Currently used to supply power to the RTC. The Real Time Clock keeps accurate track of time even when a power supply is turned off.
Lithium battery
CMOS chip
CMOS battery
VRM
long channels, generally located close to the CPU. There are clasps on each end of the socket. You could install a stick of 8 GB DDR4 memory
RTC
SATA
PCI express slots
RAM slots
This type of device has the following features: some components can/are integrated. Typically small, specific to brand, and has minimal compatibility issues since most components are integrated. There are minimal options to upgrade.
(a)
Allows motherboard and peripheral components to communicate
VRM
PCI express slots
RAM slots
M.2
It is recommended to utilize every other slot to take advantage of dual channels. However, you should always check your motherboard manual to double check what it requires!
SATA ports
RAM slots
PCI express slots
VRM
Peripherals such as a GPU, video capture cards, network cards or sound cards are installed here:
RTC
RAM slots
PCI express slots
SATA ports
Standard connection for most internal Hard Drives, (SSD) Solid State Drives, and Optical Drives.
SATA ports
RTC
VRM
RAM slots
The form factor of this expansion slot is typically used for NVME drives that communicates via PCIe lanes
crystal oscillator
PCI express slots
SATA ports
M.2
Regulates the voltage that passes from your PSU and its power cables to your CPU socket
M.2
SATA ports
VRM
crystal oscillator
provides date/time info to the PC and OS
M.2
RTC
crystal oscillator
PCI express slots
This component vibrates and sets the rhythm for the pc and components. Like a metronome!
VRM
RAM slots
SATA ports
crystal oscillator
What is the advantage of a motherboard having a ZIF socket?
It allows the installation of option cards through standardized bus interfaces
It enables the installation and removal of CPU chips without requiring tools or excessive pressure
It provides the ability of upgrading a computer’s BIOS through downloadable software updates
It provides for easy installation and upgrade of standard memory modules
AMD is typically associated with which type of socket
LGA
ZIF
PGA
ZIP
Intel is typically associated with which type of socket
LGA
PGA
ZIF
USA
Based on the description, what socket has a lever to loosen and tighten the grip of processor pins
PGA
LGA
ZIF
ZIP
Based on the description, what socket has pins on the motherboard
BGA
PGA
ZIF
LGA
Based on the description, what socket has pins on the processor
LGA
PGA
ZIF
AGP
Identify:
M.2
F_Panel
RAM slot
CPU
Identify:
PCIe slots
RAM slots
VRM
SATA
Identify:
CPU
F_Panel (system header)
VRM
Rear I/O panel
Identify
RAM slots
CMOS chip
VRM
ATX Power port
Identify
PCIe slots
ATX power connector (CPU)
ATX power connector (motheboard)
ZIF socket
Identify:
M.2 slot
RAM slots
PCIe slots
F_panel
CPU socket
ATX power port (cpu)
F_Panel
ATX power port (motherboard)
Identify:
LGA
eSATA
SATA
F_Panel
Identify:
CPU
SATA
RAM slot
M.2
Identify:
8 pin ATX power
CMOS battery
CMOS chip
RTC
Most popular choice for desktops. Typically has 4 slots memory, up to 7 expansion slots and can accommodate multiple types of storage drives
microATX
XL-ATX
miniETX
ATX
Smallest form factor that can still run full size components. Not enough power to run high-end processors. Typically offers no more than 2 RAM slots and a single expansion slot
mini-ITX
ATX
microATX
macroATX
Most popular choice for powerful pc in a compact case
Uses standard ATX connections. Has 2-4 RAM slots and up to 4 expansion slots.
Built-in wi-fi so you don’t have to use one of the expansion slots.
mini-ITX
XL-ATX
microATX
ATX
The (a) is one or more discrete integrated circuit chips that support the CPU’s interfacing to all the other devices on the motherboard
If your motherboard has an intel chipset, could you install an AMD processor?
Yes
No
Determines the specifications on how a motherboard is built, from the size, shape, casing, power supply, mounting holes, and the overall layout
Chip Form
Form Factor
Chipset
Processor speed
This motherboard form factor is capable of housing multiple graphics cards and storage devices. It also has more RAM slots than usual and is typically 13 x 10.4 inches.
XL-ATX
Extended-ATX
ATX
macroATX
Fatherboard
This motherboard form factor has lots of room to added more components and is great for overclocking. It also has more RAM slots than usual and is typically 12 x 13 inches.
XL-ATX
Extended-ATX
ATX
macroATX
GrandpapaBoard
Which of the following form factors dominates the PC industry?
BTX
ITX
AT-AT
ATX
Link is going to buy parts to build his own PC. He wants to have the ability to add at least 4 HDD for backup storage. What feature should he consider for his motherboard purchase?
Mulitple PCIe slots
Multiple USB ports
Multiple RAM slots
Multiple SATA ports
