IT Essentials 5.

1.3.1.6 Worksheet - Build a Specialized Computer System

Print and complete this worksheet.

In this worksheet, you will use the Internet, a newspaper, or a local store to gather information about building a
specialized computer system that supports hardware and software that allows a user to perform tasks that an off-
the-shelf system cannot perform. Be prepared to discuss your selections.

For this worksheet, assume the customer’s system will be compatible with the parts you order.

1. The customer runs an audio and video editing workstation to record music, create music CDs, CD labels,
and to create home movies. The customer wishes to upgrade the components listed in the table.

Brand and Model Features Cost

Number
Audio card Audio Chipset: C-Media CMI8788 $199.99
Audio Chipset: C-Media Sample Rate: 192KHz
CMI8788 MIDI/Joystick: Yes
Model #: Claro Halo Digital Audio: 24-bit
Model #: Claro Halo
Item #: N82E16829271004
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
Video card 1152 CUDA Cores $269.99
4GB 256-Bit GDDR5
PCI Express 3.0

Hard drive 7.00mm height, 2.5", SATA 6Gb/s $59.99

Seagate SmartAlign technology provides easy transition to
4K sectors
Compatible with SATA 3Gb/s designs
Backed by a 2-year limited warranty

Dual monitors D-Sub: 1 $604.99

D-Sub: 1 DVI: 1
Model #: DS-2200WA Stand Adjustments: Height, Pivot, Swivel, Tilt
Built-in TV Tuner: No
Model #: DS-2200WA
Item #: N82E16824185028
Return Policy: Monitor Standard Return Policy

Provide reasons for the components purchased. How will they support the customer’s needs?

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2. The customer runs computer-aided design (CAD) or computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software and
wishes to upgrade the components listed in the table.

Brand and Model Features Cost

Number
CPU Series: FX-Series $179.99
Series: FX-Series L2 Cache: 4 x 2MB
Model #: L3 Cache: 8MB
FD8350FRHKBOX Manufacturing Tech: 32nm
Model #: FD8350FRHKBOX
Item #: N82E16819113284
Return Policy: CPU Replacement Only Return Policy
Video card Chipset Manufacturer: NVIDIA $329.99
Chipset Manufacturer: Core Clock: 1137MHz
NVIDIA Boost Clock: 1189MHz
Model #: 04G-P4-3776- CUDA Cores: 1536
KR Model #: 04G-P4-3776-KR
Item #: N82E16814130948
Return Policy: VGA Replacement Only Return Policy
RAM DDR3 1866 (PC3 14900) $82.99
Timing 9-10-9-28
Cas Latency 9

Provide reasons for the components purchased. How will they support the customer’s needs?

3. The customer uses virtualization technologies to run several different operating systems to test software
compatibility. The customer wishes to upgrade the components listed in the table.

Brand and Model Features Cost

Number
RAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) $79.99
Timing 9-9-9-24
Cas Latency 9

CPU Series: Core i7 $339.99

Model #: L2 Cache: 4 x 256KB
BX80646I74790K L3 Cache: 8MB
.
Series: Core i7 Manufacturing Tech: 22nm
Model #: BX80646I74790K
Item #: N82E16819117369
Return Policy: CPU Replacement Only Return Policy

Provide reasons for the components purchased. How will they support the customer’s needs?

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4. The customer wishes to upgrade a home theater Personal Computer with the components listed in the
table.

Brand and Model Features Cost

Number
Case With Power Supply: No $24.99
Item #: External 5.25" Drive Bays: 3
N82E16811121128 Internal 3.5" Drive Bays: 1
Model #: Voyager Front Ports: USB 2.0 / Audio
Model #: Voyager
Item #: N82E16811121128

Power supply Fans: 140mm double ball-bearing fan $129.99

Item #: Main Connector: 20+4Pin
N82E16817139010 +12V Rails: Single
Model #: HX750 PCI-Express Connector: 4 x 6+2-Pin
Model #: HX750
Item #: N82E16817139010

Surround sound audio Type: Multimedia Speakers $124.99

Item #: Driver Units: Front Speakers (Woofer, Tweeter Size):
N82E16882115288 2.5" Center Speaker (Woofer, Tweeter Size): Dual
Multimedia Speakers 2.5" Surround Speakers (Woofer, Tweeter Size): 2.5"
Subwoofer Speaker: 8"
Power Rating: 100W (Maximum) / 30W (Nominal)
Frequency Response: 28 Hz - 50 kHz
Model #: NS-SP1800
TV tuner and cable Item #: N82E16882115288
Two Digital Tuners,Anywhere on Your Network: - $89.00
cards Watch live TV on DLNA-compatible devices,
Model #: HDHR4-2US including smart TVs, game consoles, and media
Item #: players. -Watch TV from any computer on your
N82E16815345015 network -Record full 1080i broadcast resolution -
Watch, Pause, Record, & Rewind Live TV -Schedule
and record all your favorite TV shows -Expand
number of tuners with multiple HDHomeRun devices
Works with popular DVR software: -Watch, Pause,
Record, & Rewind Live TV -Schedule future or
season recordings -Record all your favorite TV
Provide reasons for the components
shows by namepurchased.
-IntegratedHow will they
TV guide supportby
(provided the customer’s needs?
the DVR software) -Never miss your favorite show
Seamless operation with multiple computers: -Run
Windows Media Center on multiple computers
sharing the pool of H...
Model #: HDHR4-2US
Item #: N82E16815345015

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5. The customer wishes to upgrade a gaming computer with the components listed in the table.

Brand and Model Features Cost

Number
CPU Series: FX-Series $109.99
Model #: L2 Cache: 3 x 2MB
FD6300WMHKBOX L3 Cache: 8MB
Series: FX-Series Manufacturing Tech: 32nm
Model #: FD6300WMHKBOX
Item #: N82E16819113286

Video card Chipset Manufacturer: AMD $69.99

Chipset Manufacturer: Core Clock: 900MHz
AMD Stream Processors: 320 Stream Processors
Item #: Effective Memory Clock: 1800MHz
N82E16814125516 Model #: GV-R724OC-2GI REV2.0
Item #: N82E16814125516
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
Sound card Audio Chipset: C-Media CMI8786 $27.99
Audio Chipset: C-Media Sample Rate: 96KHz
CMI8786 Digital Audio: 24-bit
Item #: SNR: 105dB
N82E16829132020 Model #: Xonar DG
Item #: N82E16829132020

Cooling system Type: Liquid Cooling System $114.99

Model #: CW-9060016- Radiator Dim.: 270mm x 120mm x 38mm
WW Fan Dim.: 120mm x 25mm
CORSAIR Hydro Series Fan RPM: 800 - 2700 +/- 10% RPM (PWM)
H105 Extreme Model #: CW-9060016-WW
Performance 240mm Item #: N82E16835181060
Liquid CPU Cooler,
RAM
CW-9060016-WW DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) $84.99
Item#: Timing 9-9-9-24
N82E16820220836 Cas Latency 9

Hard drive SATA interface $64.99

2.5-inch form factor
Thickness 9.5mm
5400 RPM spin speed

Provide reasons for the components purchased. How will they support the customer’s needs?

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