Exploring Motherboard Components

What is the primary function of a motherboard?

• To provide power to the CPU.

• To connect and facilitate communication between computer components.

• To store data permanently.

• To manage the operating system.

Name the component that connects the CPU to the motherboard.

• GPU interface

• CPU socket

• Power connector

• RAM slot

What does RAM stand for in the context of a motherboard?

• Random Access Memory

• Random Allocation Memory

• Rapid Access Module

• Read Access Memory

Which component is responsible for power distribution on the motherboard?

• Voltage Regulator Module (VRM)

• Power Supply Unit (PSU)

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

What is the purpose of the chipset on a motherboard?

• The purpose of the chipset on a motherboard is to facilitate communication between the CPU and other components.

• To provide a cooling solution for the CPU.

• To increase the power consumption of the motherboard.

• To store the operating system and applications.

Identify the slot type used for graphics cards on most motherboards.

• AGP

• PCI

• ISA

• PCI Express (PCIe)

What is the function of the BIOS chip on a motherboard?

• The BIOS chip controls the power supply to the motherboard.

• The BIOS chip on a motherboard is responsible for booting the computer and managing data flow between the operating system and attached devices.

• The BIOS chip is used for graphics processing.

• The BIOS chip stores all user data permanently.

Which component allows for the connection of storage devices?

• Power Supply

• Graphics Card

• CPU

• Motherboard

What is the role of the northbridge in a motherboard architecture?

• The northbridge connects the CPU to the power supply and manages power distribution.

• The northbridge connects the CPU to RAM and high-speed devices, managing data flow and communication.

• The northbridge connects the CPU to the hard drive and manages storage access.

• The northbridge is responsible for cooling the CPU and RAM.

Name the type of memory that is typically soldered onto the motherboard.

• Soldered RAM

• Hard Disk Drive

• External SSD

• Cache Memory