Assembling a Computer System

When installing the power supply, what should you align with the holes in the case?

• CPU load plate
• Heat sink/fan assembly
• Power supply holes
• Thermal compound

What should you do to secure the power supply to the case?

• Use thermal compound
• Tighten the heat sink/fan assembly
• Use the proper screws
• Apply the CPU load plate

To install the CPU, where should you align the Connection 1 Indicator?

• With the pin 1 on the motherboard
• With the CPU socket
• With the thermal compound
• With the heat sink/fan assembly

What is the purpose of applying thermal compound to the CPU chip?

• To secure the CPU in the socket
• To provide a power connection
• To spread heat evenly
• To prevent static discharge

How do you secure the heat sink/fan assembly in place?

• Use the CPU load plate
• Tighten the motherboard screws
• Plug the heat sink into the motherboard
• Tighten the assembly retainers

When installing RAM, what should you visually check for?

• The CPU load plate
• Exposed contacts
• Alignment notches
• Antistatic mat

How should you secure the RAM module in place?

• Use thermal compound
• Rotate the CPU
• Press down until side tabs click
• Apply the CPU load plate

What should you align while moving the motherboard into the case?

• Stand offs
• The CPU load plate
• Antistatic mat
• HDD

How do you secure the motherboard to the case?

• Use the proper screws
• Apply thermal compound
• Attach a NIC
• Insert the motherboard into the CPU socket

What does NIC stand for in the context of computer assembly?

• Network Interface Connector
• Not Included Component
• New Installation Cable
• Network Interface Card