Chapter 13 Reviewing the Basics Questions And Answers

When you first turn on a computer and you don't hear a spinning drive or fan or see indicator lights, is the problem hardware or software related? - ans-Hardware related What is a Windows error message called that appears on a blue screen? - ans-The blue screen of death or BSOD How many beeps does startup BIOS give to indicate a successful POST? - ans-One beep Which two components in a system might give out a loud whining noise? - ans-The power supply and hard drive What Windows utility can you use to test RAM? - ans-Memory Diagnostics What is the purpose of standoffs installed between the bottom of the case and the motherboard? - ans-To protect the motherboard against a shock If a system hangs after being used for several hours and you suspect overheating, what can you do to easily monitor the CPU and system temperature? - ans-Install temperature monitoring software such as SpeedFan. What are two reasons to tie cables up and out of the way inside a computer case? - ans-So they don't block airflow across the processor or get in the way of fans turning.