Exploring Computer Hardware Components

Exploring Computer Hardware Components

Assessment

Interactive Video

Computers

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

Used 3+ times

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This video tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on disassembling and reassembling a standard PC. It covers the identification and removal of key components such as the power supply, hard drive, CD ROM, and system board. The tutorial also explains the function and connection of SATA cables, PCI cards, and various ports on the motherboard. Additionally, it offers insights into handling the processor and applying thermal paste. The video concludes with a step-by-step reassembly process, ensuring all components are securely reconnected.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you ensure before laying the computer down to open it?

All connectors are on the top

The hard drive is disconnected

All connectors are on the bottom

The power supply is removed

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the blue SATA cables?

To supply power to the system board

To connect the hard drive and CD ROM to the system board

To connect the case fan to the system board

To connect the power supply to the system board

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What must be done before removing the system board?

Remove the CD ROM

Remove all components and cables connected to it

Remove the hard drive

Remove the power supply

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the function of the IDE connector on the system board?

To connect SATA hard drives

To connect the case fan

To connect older IDE hard drives or CD ROMs

To connect the power supply

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do before inserting the memory back into the system board?

Remove the processor

Disconnect the power supply

Apply thermal paste

Ensure the grooves match up

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the thermal paste when reassembling the processor?

To secure the processor in place

To connect the processor to the system board

To keep the processor cool

To connect the processor to the power supply

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How should the power supply be positioned when reassembling?

It depends on the case design

At an angle

Right side up

Upside down

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