Title: Chapter 2 Review Quiz (9th edition)
Course: DEPT MC - PERSONAL COMPUTER HARDWARE > Section: Module 1 (Chapters 1, 2, 3 & 4)

Q: When disassembling a computer, it's okay to stack circuit boards on top of each other as long as you follow ESD protection rules.
- True
- False
A: False

Q: Immediately after you unplug the computer from the power outlet, you're safe to begin working inside the case.
- True
- False
A: False

Q: The motherboard sits on elevated screw holes or spacers to keep it from touching the case.
- True
- False
A: True

Q: A system always needs the 4-pin auxiliary power connector, and sometimes needs the P1 connector as well.
- True
- False
A: False

Q: Some boards designed to support multiple PCIe video cards will have additional power connectors on the board to power wattage-hungry cards.
- True
- False
A: True

Q: Which statement is NOT a good practice when working inside a computer case?
- be sure to hold expansion cards by the edge connectors
- remove loose jewelry
- don't touch a microchip with a magnetized screwdriver
- don't touch the inside of a computer that is turned on
A: be sure to hold expansion cards by the edge connectors

Q: What is the second step in opening the case of a working computer?
- press and hold down the power button for a moment
- back up important data
- power down the system and unplug it
- open the case cover
A: power down the system and unplug it

Q: What do you call a connector on a motherboard that consists of pins that stick up from the board?
- jumper
- socket
- pin array
- header
A: header

Q: What are round plastic or metal pegs that separate the motherboard from the bottom of the case known as?
- header
- standoff
- insulator
- elevator
A: standoff

Q: Which statement is true regarding the installation of the motherboard and connecting power?
- there are typically three screw sets that hold the motherboard to the case
- you can use an adapter to convert two 6-pin connectors to a PCIe connector
- the P1 connector is used for PCIe devices
- a 4-pin power cord supplies supplemental power to the processor
A: a 4-pin power cord supplies supplemental power to the processor

Q: What type of connector is not typically found on the front panel header?
- Power SW
- HDD LED
- SATA controller
- Power LED+
A: SATA controller

Q: What does a small triangle embedded on a connector signify?
- use caution when using the connector
- the wire nearest the triangle is pin 1
- the pin near the triangle should be matched with a circular pin
- the connector is optional and need not be attached
A: the wire nearest the triangle is pin 1

Q: Where should you clip your ESD strap when opening a computer case?
- power supply
- computer case
- electrical outlet
- the floor
A: computer case

Q: If a ground strap is unavailable, what should be done to dissipate any ESD before working on a laptop?
- Touch any part of the laptop
- Wash your hands
- Move around prior to touching the device
- Touch a non-painted metallic surface on the laptop
A: Touch a non-painted metallic surface on the laptop

Q: What should be done after reassembling a laptop, but before installing the battery or AC adapter?
- Press the power button to drain any electricity in the system
- Attack ESD strap alligator clip to a different grounding source
- Gently shake the laptop to ensure nothing is loose inside of the case
- Remove the keyboard so that you can test proper voltage on the motherboard once the battery and/or AC adapter are reconnected.
A: Gently shake the laptop to ensure nothing is loose inside of the case

Q: Which component may be considered a field replaceable unit (FRU)?
- LCD screen
- power supply
- hard drive
- All of the above
A: All of the above

Q: When is it okay to touch the inside of a computer that is turned on?
- When disassembling the computer
- When using a multimeter to measure voltage output
- When reassembling the computer
- When a qualified electrician is present
A: When using a multimeter to measure voltage output

Q: A system will always require what power connector?
- 4-pin auxiliary
- 6-pin PCIe power connector
- P1 power connector
- 8-pin PCIe power connector
A: P1 power connector

Q: When removing screws while working on a laptop, what should be done with the screws?
- They should be disposed of
- They should be left inside the case of the laptop
- They should be stored or labeled
- They should be painted to indicate where they go
A: They should be stored or labeled

Q: When handling motherboards, cards, or drives, which statement is NOT accurate?
- You should not touch chips on the device
- You should not hold expansion cards by the edges
- You should not touch any soldered components on a card
- You should not touch edge connectors
A: You should not hold expansion cards by the edges

Q: What is the very first step that should be taken when performing work with a computer?
- You should back up any important data
- You should ground yourself
- The components should be removed
- You should power down the system and unplug it.
A: You should back up any important data

Q: Sometimes a board may have an extra PCIe power connector. This connector comes in what two different pin numbers?
- 4-pin
- 6-pin
- 8-pin
- 8+1 pin
A: 6-pin; 8-pin

Q: What are two resources that may be useful in disassembling a laptop computer?
- Service manual
- Part brochures
- User manual
- Diagnostic software
A: Service manual; User manual

Q: What two devices in a computer should be considered "black boxes", and should never be opened, due to risks involving charged capacitors?
- monitor
- power supply
- hard drive
- video card
A: monitor; power supply