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  • Q1
    You have just replaced the motherboard in your computer. Your computer starts, but the hard disk light does not come on while the system is booting. What should you do?
    Access the UEFI setup program, and verify the hard disk has been detected.
    Connect the hard disk LED to the motherboard.
    Connect the power LED to the motherboard.
    Replace the hard disk.
    30s
  • Q2
    When you try to boot your computer, it hangs after POST. When you access the UEFI setup program, you see that the date is several years behind and the time is set to 12:01 am. What is the most likely problem?
    The motherboard battery has failed
    A RAM module has become unseated from its socket.
    The UEFI firmware is corrupt.
    The UEFI firmware is outdated.
    30s
  • Q3
    After arriving at work, you turn on your computer to begin your day. Instantly, you see smoke and smell a strange odor coming from the computer. What should you do?
    Call the IT director
    Log in and check the Event Viewer
    Open the computer case and look for dust buildup
    Shut off the system immediately
    30s
  • Q4
    What is a ZIF socket?
    A special socket for inserting and securing a processor
    A socket with a series of pins on the bottom in concentric squares
    Open the computer case and look for dust buildup
    A socket used to mount a video card
    30s
  • Q5
    Which feature on Intel chips allows a single processor to run two threads in parallel, instead of processing single threads linearly?
    Hyper-threading
    Multi-processing
    Overclocking
    Dual core
    30s
  • Q6
    You have an AMD processor and an Intel processor, both of which have the same speed rating. Which of the following statements is true about the relative performance of both processors?
    The AMD processor has better performance than the Intel processor.
    The AMD processor has better performance than the Intel processor.
    Both processors will perform at about the same level.
    Performance will depend on other factors such as cache and other features
    30s
  • Q7
    Which of the following refers to placing two processors on a single processor chip or die?
    Hyper-threading
    Multi-processor
    Multi-core
    Multi-threading
    30s
  • Q8
    What is the biggest advantage of 64-bit processors over 32-bit processors?
    The ability to run multiple applications at the same time
    Use of the IA-32 instruction set
    The ability to use over 4 GB of memory
    Support for hyper-threading
    30s
  • Q9
    You have a computer system with an Intel Core i3 processor that operates at 3.7 GHz. You would like to upgrade to a faster processor, but you don't want to replace the motherboard. Which of the following should you do first?
    Check AMD website
    Read the motherboard documentation to identify which processors are supported.
    Edit the CMOS.
    Configure jumpers on the motherboard to increase the clock speed.
    30s
  • Q10
    You would like to upgrade the processor in your system to a 64-bit processor. Which of the components will you most likely need to upgrade as well to take full advantage of the new processor?
    Operating system
    BIOS
    RAM
    Hard disk
    30s
  • Q11
    Your computer has one single core processor installed. The motherboard supports processors with up to four cores. You want to upgrade your computer to a quad-core system. Which of the following will be part of your configuration?
    Replace the existing processor.
    Configure the system to use dual channel memory
    Remove the terminating resistor from slots where the new processor will be installed.
    Add a second processor that matches the speed of the first processor.
    30s
  • Q12
    You want to build a computer that can stand upright on a desk and takes up the least amount of space possible. Which case type should you select?
    Micro-ATX slim tower
    Mini-ITX tower
    HTTPC
    ATX mid-tower.
    30s
  • Q13
    Which of the following is an advantage of purchasing a motherboard with integrated graphics and audio?
    Reduced need for device drivers
    Faster communication between sound and video devices
    Higher-quality components
    Lower overall system cost
    30s
  • Q14
    Which function does a motherboard's chipset perform?
    Initializes devices during the boot process.
    Maintains an accurate system time and date.
    Controls devices and functions attached to the motherboard.
    Facilitates communication between the processor, memory, and peripheral devices.
    30s
  • Q15
    Which expansion slot is best for high-end dedicated video cards?
    PCI-X
    PCIe x16
    PCIe x1
    AGP
    30s

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