Module 4

Question 1

T/F: When you build a computer from parts, you usually start by deciding on which processor and motherboard you will use.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

T/F: Typically, PGA sockets give better contact than LGA sockets.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

T/F: Motherboards contain only a single bus for I/O, video, and data.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

T/F: The LGA2011 socket supports both DDR3 and DDR4 memory.

Answer 4

True

Question 5

T/F: Sandy Bridge processors house the memory controller and graphics controller.

Answer 5

True

Question 6

At what point during the motherboard installation should you install the motherboard drivers?

Answer 6

after Windows successfully boots without errors

Question 7

The soon to be released Skylake chipset architecture will use what socket?

Answer 7

LGA1151

Question 8

What unit is used to measure the frequency of memory, FSB, and the processor?

Answer 8

Hz

Question 9

What was the 64-bit Front Side Bus replaced with in the X58 (Nehalem) chipset?

Answer 9

QPI

Question 10

Which setting can be configured via the BIOS screen?

Answer 10

change the boot sequence

Question 11

The first PCI bus has a 32-bit data path, supplied 5 V of power to an adapter card, and operated at what frequency?

Answer 11

33 MHz

Question 12

What has occurred if you see the message “Chassis Intruded! System has halted.” the next time you start your computer?

Answer 12

the case has been opened

Question 13

What type of socket ensures that even force is applied to the processor when it is being installed in the socket?

Answer 13

ZIF

Question 14

Where do today’s computers store almost all motherboard configuration data?

Answer 14

CMOS RAM

Question 15

What should you do if you want to be able locate your laptop in the event of loss or theft and give it a command through the Internet to lock it or delete data?

Answer 15

subscribe to LoJack for Laptops

Question 16

What is a possible remedy if your system hangs at odd times or during the boot?

Answer 16

flash the BIOS

Question 17

What motherboard slot has direct access to the North Bridge?

Answer 17

primary PCIe slot

Question 18

What type of bus does PCI Express use?

Answer 18

serial

Question 19

The QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) replacement for the Front Side Bus utilizes how many lanes for data packets?

Answer 19

16

Question 20

Which statement is NOT true regarding Ivy Bridge chipsets when compared to earlier products?

Answer 20

Ivy bridge uses more power than Nehalem chipsets

Question 21

The PCI Express Version 3.0 can provide up to what amount of throughput with 16 lanes for data?

Answer 21

32 GB/sec

Question 22

What must your motherboard have to use BitLocker Encryption in Windows 7 which will ensure that your hard drive cannot be used in another computer?

Answer 22

TPM chip

Question 23

What socket type is soldered to the motherboard, along with the CPU?

Answer 23

BGA

Question 24

Which of the following represents a method for accessing the BIOS setup program?

Answer 24

press a key or combination of keys during the BIOS POST

Question 25

What AMD socket uses the Steamroller architecture, providing an integrated graphics controller in the processor?

Answer 25

FM2+

Question 26

What are the two different methods for partitioning hard drives?

Answer 26

Master Boot Record (MBR) | GUID Partition Table (GPT)

Question 27

What two different passwords can be set to lock down a computer from unauthorized access?

Answer 27

supervisor password | user password

Question 28

A Mini PCIe slot can have how many pins?

Answer 28

52 pins | 54 pins

Question 29

What are two names for the database that holds digital signatures provided by OS manufacturers, such as Microsoft and Red Hat?

Answer 29

Key-exchange Key | Key-enrollment Key

Question 30

The Haswell and Broadwell chipsets work with what two different types of RAM?

Answer 30

DDR3 | DDR4

Question 31

Chipset

Answer 31

a set of components on the motherboard that work closely with the processor to control the memory, buses, and peripherals

Question 32

CMOS battery

Answer 32

If disconnected, this component causes setup information in the CMOS to be lost.

Question 33

Data bus

Answer 33

the system of pathways used for communication which carry data

Question 34

Front Side Bus

Answer 34

also called the host bus, this is a 64-bit bus that connects the north bridge to the processor

Question 35

Jumper

Answer 35

two small posts or metal pins on the motherboard that are either open or closed

Question 36

Protocol

Answer 36

a set of rules and standards that any two entities use for communication

Question 37

Riser Card

Answer 37

installs in a PCI slot and provides another slot at a right angle

Question 38

System Clock

Answer 38

a device dedicated to timing the activities on the motherboard

Question 39

Virtualization

Answer 39

when one physical machine hosts multiple activities that are normally done on multiple machines

Question 40

Wait State

Answer 40

issued by a slow device that is not ready to service a request from the processor

Question 41

What is the purpose of the chipset on a motherboard?

Answer 41

works closely with the processor to collectively control the memory, buses, and some peripherals. must be compatible with processor it serves.

Question 42

Describe the PCI Express bus and contrast it with previous versions of the PCI bus.

Answer 42

PCI Express bus uses a different architectural design than previous buses. PCIe will replace previous versions but will coexist with them for some time. PCI uses parallel bus, PCIe uses serial bus (faster). PCI connects directly to the processor and has four slot sizes.

Question 43

What is a device driver and what is the role of motherboard drivers when you update a motherboard or install a new motherboard?

Answer 43

Device driver are small program stored on the hard drive that tell Windows how to communicate with specific hardware device. Motherboard drivers need to be installed in Windows by using CD.

Question 44

What are the many fine lines on the top and bottom of a motherboard's surface? What is the purpose of these lines?

Answer 44

Lines are paths that enable data, instructions, and power to move from component to component on the board. Used for communication and the protocol and methods and are called the bus.

Question 45

What is the design of the Accelerated Hub Architecture?

Answer 45

Has fast and slow end, each a separate chip on motherboard. Fast end is North Bridge (graphics and memory) and the slow end is South Bridge (I/O devices).

Question 46

What is the purpose of the CMOS RAM on a motherboard?

Answer 46

Stores configuration data. Small amount of memory stored on motherboard used to hold motherboard settings (even when computer is turned off).

Question 47

What is a ZIF socket and what is its purpose?

Answer 47

Zero insertion force socket. Protects against ESD and damage from bending by having levers on sides of sockets.

Question 48

Describe the AMD Accelerated Processing Unit (APU).

Answer 48

Combo of CPU and GPU in the same processor. GPU is embedded on a video card. Used for desktops with high graphic needs.

Question 49

Describe the LGA2011 processor socket, the CPUs it supports, targeted applications, and any special considerations for its implementation.

Answer 49

Sandy Bridge (2nd Gen). Use flip-chip land grid array. Used in high-end gaming and server computers. Requires liquid cooling system.

Question 50

Describe the function of the system clock.

Answer 50

Time activities on the motherboard. Sends out continuous electrical signals on one line of system bus, read by other components on motherboard.