Question 1

You are reviewing new RAM to purchase for a gaming computer and find three different RAM modules that are the same except for their CAS Latency. Option A lists the CL as 18 ns, Option B lists the CL as 20 ns, and Option C lists the CL as 15 ns.
Which option will work best for a gaming computer?
A) Option A
B) Option B
C) Option C
D) They will all perform at the same speed.

Accepted Answer

Option C, with a CAS Latency (CL) of 15 ns, will work best for a gaming computer because lower CAS latency means faster access times to the memory, which can lead to better performance in games and other applications.

Question 2

Gina is upgrading your computer with a new processor. She installs the processor into your motherboard and adds the cooling system. She powers up the computer, and it begins to boot but then shuts down.
What could be the cause of this problem?
A) Computer is overclocked.
B) Thermal paste was not used.
C) Processor is not compatible.
D) Processor is not seated properly.

Accepted Answer

Thermal paste is crucial for effective heat transfer between the processor and the cooling system. Without it, the processor may overheat, causing the computer to shut down.

Question 3

What type of processor memory is located on the processor chip (processor die)?
A) Level 0 cache
B) Level 1 cache
C) Level 2 cache
D) Level 3 cache

Accepted Answer

Level 1 cache (L1 cache) is located directly on the processor chip, providing the fastest access to data and instructions for the CPU.

Question 4

Hybrid processors that can process 32 bits or 64 bits are known by what term?
A) Itanium processors
B) x86 processors
C) Dual Mode processors
D) x86-64

Accepted Answer

x86-64 processors are designed to run both 32-bit and 64-bit instructions, making them hybrid processors capable of handling both types of operations.

Question 5

You are researching RAM for a computer you are building for a friend who will be using the system as a home office server for her small business. She wants the added protection so the computer will not crash due to a memory error.
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What type of RAM should you consider purchasing?
A) Unbuffered
B) Buffered
C) ECC
D) Registered

Accepted Answer

ECC (Error Correcting Code) RAM is designed to detect and correct common kinds of internal data corruption, making it ideal for systems where data integrity and uptime are crucial, such as servers.

Question 6

A processor housing that contains more than one processor is referred to as what term?
A) Multithreaded processor
B) Multicore processor
C) Multiprocessor platform
D) Multihoused processor

Accepted Answer

Multicore processors contain more than one processor core within a single processor housing, allowing for parallel processing and improved performance.

Question 7

What type of RAM is typically installed onto a motherboard and loses data rapidly, requiring it to be refreshed often?
A) SRAM
B) CMOS RAM
C) DRAM
D) Flash RAM

Accepted Answer

DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory) is the type of RAM that loses data rapidly and requires frequent refreshing to maintain the data.

Question 8

Which type of memory can support quad, triple, and dual channels?
A) DDR3
B) DDR2
C) DDR
D) DDR4

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which type of memory can support quad,...

Question 9

When populating a motherboard with DIMM modules, what configuration option will not work?
A) Using two different manufacturer's memory
B) Mixing memory speeds
C) Mixing unbuffered with registered
D) Leaving a slot unpopulated

Accepted Answer

Mixing unbuffered with registered memory is not supported because they use different methods for handling memory and cannot operate together in the same system. Unbuffered (or unregistered) memory is directly controlled by the memory controller, while registered (or buffered) memory has a register between the DRAM modules and the system's memory controller, which can lead to incompatibility issues when mixed.

Question 10

Today's DIMMs use what size data path?
A) 16-bit
B) 32-bit
C) 64-bit
D) 128-bit

Accepted Answer

Today's DIMMs (Dual In-line Memory Modules) typically use a 64-bit data path, aligning with the architecture of modern computer systems to efficiently handle data transfer between the memory module and the processor.

Question 11

What is the general name of the processor feature that AMD calls HyperTransport?
A) Multicore processing
B) Multithreading
C) Virtualization
D) Multiprocessor platform

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is the general name of the...

Question 12

Jenny is working on a laptop computer and notices that the computer is not running very fast. She looks and realizes that the laptop supports 8GB of RAM and that the computer is running only 4GB of RAM. Jenny would like to add four more gigabits of RAM. She opens the computer and finds that there is an open slot for RAM. She checks the other module and determines that the module has 204 pins.
What module should Jenny order?
A) SO-DIMM DDR
B) SO-DIMM DDR2
C) SO-DIMM DDR3
D) SO-DIMM DDR4

Accepted Answer

SO-DIMM DDR3 modules are known for having 204 pins, which matches the description given by Jenny's observation of the RAM module in her laptop. DDR, DDR2, and DDR4 SO-DIMMs have different pin counts.

Question 13

DIMMs used in servers can provide additional reliability by checking for and correcting errors if they use what specific technology?
A) Parity
B) Quad channel
C) ECC
D) EDB

Accepted Answer

ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory is specifically designed to detect and correct common kinds of internal data corruption, providing additional reliability for servers.

Question 14

What is the most likely result of a correctly installed processor, but an incorrectly installed cooler?
A) Powers on, but nothing else happens
B) Boot process begins, but the system suddenly turns off after a short period
C) System does not power on at all
D) BIOS/UEFI setup does not recognize the processor correctly

Accepted Answer

If the cooler is incorrectly installed on a processor, the system might start the boot process but then shut down abruptly due to overheating. The processor generates heat immediately upon power-up, and without proper cooling, it will reach critical temperature and trigger a safety shutdown to prevent damage.

Question 15

After installing the processor and reassembling the computer, the system begins the boot process and suddenly turns off before completing the boot.   What should you do?
A) Turn everything off, unplug the power cord, press the power button to drain the power, open the case, and recheck the processor installation.
B) Turn everything off, unplug the power cord, press the power button to drain the power, open the case, and verify that the cooler is securely seated and connected.
C) Turn everything off, unplug the power cord, press the power button to drain the power, open the case, and rotate the processor 90 degrees in the socket.
D) Turn everything off, unplug the power cord, press the power button to drain the power, open the case, and replace power supply.

Accepted Answer

The cooler may not be securely seated and connected, causing the processor to overheat and shut down the system.

Question 16

Match between columns
                        Premises: Two processor sockets on the motherboard

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Multicore processing and Dual processors and Multiprocessing is...

Question 17

When selecting a processor to match system needs, what features should you NOT consider?
A) Reviews of processors, including benchmarks and comparisons to other processors
B) Processor's ability to multitask, the number of cores, and multithreading abilities and which programs can make use of the abilities
C) Balancing the performance and power of the CPU with the entire system, including graphics adaptors and hard drives
D) Finding the latest and most powerful processor available no matter the cost

Accepted Answer

The correct approach to selecting a processor involves considering how it matches with the system's needs, including performance, compatibility, and cost-effectiveness. Choosing the latest and most powerful processor without regard to cost or system balance does not ensure the best match for specific needs or the most efficient use of resources.

Question 18

What Intel processor technology interconnects the processor, chipset, and wireless network adapter as a unit, improving laptop performance?
A) Pentium
B) Core i7
C) Centrino
D) Celeron

Accepted Answer

Centrino technology by Intel was designed to interconnect the processor, chipset, and wireless network adapter as a unit, specifically targeting the improvement of laptop performance and efficiency, particularly in terms of wireless connectivity and battery life.

Question 19

Yesterday you installed a new game on your computer. When you ran the computer, you noticed that the application was running very slow. After you exited the game and restarted it, you received an error message saying, "Insufficient memory or disk space." You checked your hard drive and saw that you had more than 250GB of free space.
What should you check next in Task Manager?
A) Amount of RAM available.
B) Amount of processor being used.
C) Amount of disk space being used by the application.
D) Programs that are running.

Accepted Answer

You should check the amount of RAM available, as the error message indicates a memory issue, and you have already confirmed sufficient disk space.

Question 20

What can a DIMM use to hold data and amplify a signal just before the data is written to the module?
A) ECC
B) Registers
C) Parity
D) CAS

Accepted Answer

Registers are used in registered DIMMs to hold data and amplify the signal before it is written to the memory module, improving stability and performance.

Quiz 3: Supporting Processors and Upgrading Memory

You are reviewing new RAM to purchase for a gaming computer and find three different RAM modules that are the same except for their CAS Latency. Option A lists the CL as 18 ns, Option B lists the CL as 20 ns, and Option C lists the CL as 15 ns. Which option will work best for a gaming computer?

Gina is upgrading your computer with a new processor. She installs the processor into your motherboard and adds the cooling system. She powers up the computer, and it begins to boot but then shuts down. What could be the cause of this problem?

What type of processor memory is located on the processor chip (processor die) ?

Hybrid processors that can process 32 bits or 64 bits are known by what term?

You are researching RAM for a computer you are building for a friend who will be using the system as a home office server for her small business. She wants the added protection so the computer will not crash due to a memory error. What type of RAM should you consider purchasing?

A processor housing that contains more than one processor is referred to as what term?

What type of RAM is typically installed onto a motherboard and loses data rapidly, requiring it to be refreshed often?

Which type of memory can support quad, triple, and dual channels?

When populating a motherboard with DIMM modules, what configuration option will not work?

Today's DIMMs use what size data path?

What is the general name of the processor feature that AMD calls HyperTransport?

DIMMs used in servers can provide additional reliability by checking for and correcting errors if they use what specific technology?

What is the most likely result of a correctly installed processor, but an incorrectly installed cooler?

After installing the processor and reassembling the computer, the system begins the boot process and suddenly turns off before completing the boot. What should you do?

Match the processor feature to the correct definition.

When selecting a processor to match system needs, what features should you NOT consider?

What Intel processor technology interconnects the processor, chipset, and wireless network adapter as a unit, improving laptop performance?

What can a DIMM use to hold data and amplify a signal just before the data is written to the module?