11

COMPUTER SYSTEMS
SERVICING

Quarter 1
Week 4 & 5

Assemble Computer Hardware:

Internal Parts of the Computer
 COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING (CSS) 11
Quarter 1 - Week 4 & 5

Topic: Installing and Configuring Computer Systems (TLE_IACSS912ICCS-Ia-e-28)

Performance Standard: The learners shall be able to install and configure computer systems based
on established procedures and system requirements.

Target Competency: LO 1. Assemble Computer Hardware: Internal Parts of the Computer

Objectives: At the end of the lesson, you are expected to:

1. identify and differentiate internal the parts of the computer;

2. explain the function of internal parts of the computer;
3. differentiate internal parts of the computer; and
4. practice safety procedure in dealing with computer.

Information Sheet:

Welcome to the Computer Systems Servicing 11 Self Learning Module (SLM) on Installing and
Configuring Computer System (ICCS) – Assemble Computer Hardware- Internal Parts of
Computer! This is a self-paced learning material in which you should comply before the deadline of
submission is about to end.

ACTIVITY 1
Let us check on your prior learning about this topic. Please take the Pre-assessment below.
Directions: Read the following statements carefully then choose the best answer from the given
choices. Write only the letter of your answer in your activity notebook.

1. What does LPT stand for?

A. LAN Printer Terminal C. Line Printer Terminal
B. Line Port Terminal D. Local Printer Terminal

2. What interface is a standard for transmitting high-quality digital audio without converting it to
analog?
A. PS2 C. USB
B. SPDIF D. VGA

3. What exactly is the name of this port ? ?

A. DVI C. USB
B. HDMI D. VGA
4. Which of the following new technologies allows the installation of two or more graphics cards
for a specific intensive graphics application?
A. SLI C. USB
B. LAN D. LPT

5. What is the proper sequence of CPU operations?

A. Decode>Fetch>Execute>Store C. Fetch>Decode>Execute>Store
B. Execute>Fetch>Decode>Store D. Store>Decode>Fetch>Execute

6. Which of the following data transmission methods is the fastest?

A. IDE C. SATA
B. PSU D. SCSI

7. What are the two companies that developed central processing unit?
A. AMD and ATI C. ASUS and INTEL
B. AMD and INTEL D. ATI and NVIDIA

8. What is the main circuit board of computer?

A. Hard Disk Drive C. SIMM Memory
B. Power Supply D. Motherboard

9. What does RAM stand for?

A. Random Access Memory C. Rail Access Memory
B. Random Accessibility Memory D. Random Accessible Memory

10. What is the meaning of SIMM?

A. Single Inline Module Memory C. Single Inline Memory Module
B. Single Inclines Memory Module D. Single Inline Memory Modification

Reminder: Taking an independent study course is very different from taking a course
in a classroom. Instead of relying on the teacher to tell you to complete a learning activity or an
assignment, you must tell yourself to be responsible for your learning and for meeting
deadlines.
 ACTIVITY 1. Let us see if you can still remember the different types and basic parts
of
computer system.
Identification: Directions: Identify the following computer types, parts or peripherals. Write your
answer in your CSS Activity Notebook.
No.

5.
 6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

Purchasing the components is the first step in building a computer. This topic will lead
you through a quick explanation of key components before delving deeper into them. A
computer is comprised of a case (or chassis) that houses several important internal components
and provides connections for external components, including non-peripherals.
 ACTIVITY 2. Let us first try to identify the internal components of a computer system. Fill
in the missing letters to name the following. Fill in the blanks with your answer (in its
entirety) in your CSS Activity Notebook.

1. 6.

2. 7.

3. 8.

4. 9.

5. 10.

THE INTERNAL HARDWARE

 Motherboard
The main circuit board in a typical desktop computer, laptop, or server is known as the motherboard. It
performs the following primary functions:

 To serve as a central backbone to which all other modular parts such as CPU, RAM, and
hard drives can be attached as required to create a computer.
  To accept (on many motherboards) different components (in particular CPU and
expansion cards) for the purposes of customization.

 To distribute power to PC components

 To electronically co-ordinate and interface the operation of the components.

Motherboard Parts

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What is Form Factor of a Motherboard?

There are various types of form factors that serve various functions of a motherboard. In
layman's terms, form factor is the specification of a
motherboard. It displays the type of board, dimensions, power
supply, number of ports, and so on. It provides all of the
necessary information to determine whether or not a consumer
wishes to purchase the product.
Types of Form Factor in Motherboard

1. ATX (ATX - Advanced Technology Extended)

 The ATX form factor first became popular in the mid-1990s. The ATX board was considered
revolutionary at the time because it brought many changes to the computer.

Previously, expansion slots were accompanied by riser cards that had to be plugged into the
board. However, ATX eliminated the need for riser cards while also reducing space
requirements.

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The ATX board added power pins, such as the 20-pinamerica.com/blog/types-motherboard-form-factors/
connector, as well as other headers for
air ventilation. Unlike its predecessors, the board had fewer overlaps with the drive bays and
connectors. Internal I/O connections were soldered to the board as well.

2. Micro ATX

Micro-ATX appeared at a time when people were

looking for a low-cost alternative to ATX
motherboards. The Micro ATX motherboard has the
same benefits as its counterparts but a better design.
The board is also smaller in size than a full-sized
motherboard, which helps to reduce costs. The Image 2.1b Micro ATX Motherboard.
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reduced number of I/O slots allowed for the smaller size. america.com/blog/types-motherboard-form-
factors/

3. Micro Mini-ITX (ITX - Information Technology

eXtended)

iMini-ITX is a motherboard configuration designed

to support low-cost computers in small spaces.
Mini-ITX boards are 17 cm by 17 cm and were
initially introduced in 2001. The product was
launched as a niche product and aimed at smaller
computer systems. The boards require little power
Image 2.1c Mini-ITX Motherboard.
to operate and do not have any cooling fans. This Image Source:
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The mini-fanless ITX's cooling system made it ideal for PC systems running in quiet
environments such as libraries, classrooms, and theaters.

4. Micro Nano-ATX
A Nano ITX motherboard is a type of computer
motherboard. VIA Technologies first proposed it

Image 2.1d Nato-ATX Motherboard. Image

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 in March 2003, and it finally saw the light of day in late 2005. Its dimensions are 12 12 cm or 4.7
4.7 inches.

5. Micro Pico-ITX

The Pico-ITX motherboard form factor is the smallest in this list. Its
dimensions are 3.9 2.8 in and it is 75% smaller than the Mini-ITX. VIA
designed and developed this motherboard to enable innovation for smaller and
smarter IoT devices.

The Pico-ITX, with its x86-based platform and low-power consumption board,
is an excellent choice for embedded systems applications such as industrial
automation, in-vehicle computers, digital signage, and others.

Image 2.1e Motherboard Comparisons. Image Source: https://www.lanner-america.com/blog/types-motherboard-

form-factors/

Image 2.1e Motherboard Comparisons. Image Source:

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 CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT
(CPU)

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desktop-processors/factors/

The central processing unit (CPU) is another name for the PC processor. It is the hardware
within a computer that executes the instructions of a computer program by performing the
system's basic arithmetic, logical, and input/output operations.
  How CPU Operates

Image 2.3 CPU Operation. Image Source:

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 CPU Facts:

 Clock Speed is a processor rating that measures the amount of data processed per second.
 Front Side Bus (FSB) is the processor's connection to system memory. The higher the FSB
transfer speed, the better the processor performance.
 L2 Cache allows the processor to quickly access recently used data. A processor currently
operates on Level 2 (L2), which allows for faster data transfer between the processor and
main system memory.

 32-bit (x86) CPU vs. 64-bit (x64) Comparison

CPUs are classified into two types. There is a 32-bit CPU

and a 64-bit CPU. The structure is the primary distinction between
these two processors. The 32-bit processor, which is older, has a
structure that allows it to process instructions less efficiently than a
64-bit processor.

The main distinction

between 32 bit and 64 bit is the
amount of RAM that can be
accessed. Which is better, x64
or x86? The x86 (32 bit
processors) have a maximum
physical memory of 4 GB,
whereas the x64 (64 bit
processors) can handle 8, 16,
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Furthermore, a 64-bit computer can run both 32-bit and 64-bit programs. A 32-bit computer, on the
other hand, can only run 32-bit programs. This is due to the fact that their bit sizes differ from the
basic level. Laptops with pre-installed Windows are typically x64. On the contrary, the older
computers may be running Windows x86.

 RANDOM ACCESS MEMORY (RAM)

RAM is an abbreviation for “random access

memory,” and while it may sound mysterious,
RAM is one of the most basic components of
computing. RAM is the super-fast and
temporary data storage space that a computer
requires right now or in the near future.

RAM is a computer's short-term memory that

it uses to handle all active tasks and apps.
Without RAM, none of your programs, files,
games, or streams would function. Here, we'll
define RAM, explain what it means, and why
it's so important. Image 2.5a RAM Comparison. Image Source:
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Different types of memory fit into different types of sockets, which are small slots that hold the strip's
bottom and sides together. The memory module's notches must line up with the dividers and holders
on their sockets. If they don't line up, you're using the wrong type of memory in the socket.

 The Main Types of Memory

SIMM (Single In-line Memory Module) come in two main sizes, as shown in figure below, so both
sizes require a different-size socket. It is a type of memory module containing random-access
memory used in computers from the early 1980s to the early 2000s.
.

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  SDRAM DIMM (Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory Dual In-line
Memory Modules)
To meet the increased memory demands of newer and more powerful Pentium and AMD
CPUs, designers created the speedier SDRAM.
They slide into
newly designed
slots with little
clips holding them
in
place.

Image 2.5b 168 pin SDRAM DIMM

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 RDRAM (Rambus Dynamic Random Access Memory) or RIMM

Rambus, Inc., created a super-fast, super-expensive memory in the late 1990s and covered the chips
with a cool-looking heat shield. The
speedy 5 ¼ inch-long memory
modules, shown in the figure
below, enchanted Intel so
much that the CPU maker
designed its Pentium 4 CPUs and
motherboards around them. The
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rest of the computer industry
ignored RDRAM because of its high price and licensing fees. Intel’s main competitor, AMD,
stuck with standard motherboards and SDRAM, the existing industry standard. RDRAM and
SDRAM use different slots, so stick with the type of memory your computer is built around.

 DDR SDRAM (Double Data Rate SDRAM)

The biggest competitor to RDRAM, this stuff does some tricky piggybacking on the
memory bus to speed things up dramatically. The catch? Because your motherboard must be
designed to support it, these 5 1/4-inch memory modules use slots with different notches than
those designed for traditional SDRAM. That means that DDR SDRAM modules, like the one in
the figure shown below, don’t fit into a regular SDRAM slot or an RDRAM slot.
 Image 2.5c DDR SDRAM
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 DDR2 SDRAM (Double Data Rate 2 SDRAM)

Short for double data rate two, DDR2 is the second generation of DDR memory that was
released in September 2003. DDR2 is capable of operating at greater speeds than DDR, offers a
greater bandwidth potential, operates on less power, and generates less heat. Due to architectural
differences, DDR2 memory modules are incompatible with DDR slots.

Image 2.5d DDR2

SDRAM
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  DDR3 SDRAM (Double Data Rate 3 SDRAM)
Is a type of SDRAM (synchronous dynamic random-access memory) released in June 2007 as
the successor to DDR2. DDR3 chips have bus clock speed of 400 MHz up to 1066 MHz,
range in size from 1 to 24 GB, and consume nearly 30% less power than their predecessors.

Image 2.5e DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3)

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 DDR4 SDRAM (Double Data Rate 4 SDRAM)

DDR4 is a type of system memory known as SDRAM and was released in September
2014 as the successor to DDR3. DDR4 has bus clock speeds that range from 800 to 1600 MHz
and range in storage capacity from 4 to 128 GB per DIMM. DDR4 is also more efficient at 1.2
V when compared to DDR3's 1.5 to 1.65 V range.

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 HARD DISK DRIVE (HDD)

 The hard disk drive is the primary data

storage hardware device in a computer,
and it is usually the largest. The hard
disk drive stores the operating system,
software titles, and the majority of
other files. Image 2.6 Hard Disk Drive. Image Source:
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drive/

 The hard drive is sometimes referred to as the "C drive" because Microsoft Windows assigns
the "C" drive letter to the primary partition on a computer's primary hard drive by default.
 Internal hard disks are housed in a drive bay, which is linked to the motherboard via an ATA,
SCSI, or SATA cable. They are powered by a link to the computer's power supply (power
supply unit).
  Common HDD Terms to Remember

IDE/ATA/PATA (Integrated Drive Electronics or Intelligent Drive Electronics):

Most hard drives still use some form of IDE technology, which is also known as ATA (AT
Attachment). Because these drives use parallel technology, they have adopted the acronym PATA to
describe all drives from this era. Transfer rates of up to 133 MB/sec are possible.

UDMA, UIDE, AT-6, Fast ATA, Ultra ATA, UDMA, and more:

These subsequent flavors of IDE/ATA technology each add new technologies and longer
acronyms. The result? More speed and more storage capacity.

SATA (Serial Advance Technology Attachment)

An interface for transferring data between a computer’s central circuit board and storage
devices. SATA was designed to replace the long-standing PATA (parallel ATA) interface.
The newest incarnation of the IDE/ATA drives, these offer still greater performance.
Older drives moved information to your computer through awkward, stubby ribbon cables. SATA
drives transfer their information faster through sleek, thin cables that route through your
computer’s innards more easily. data transfer rates as high as 300 MB/s.

External SATA
You guessed it, external SATA drives live outside your PC and plug into special eSATA
ports you can add to your PC.

SCSI (Small Computer Systems Interface), Fast Wide SCSI, Ultra SCSI, WideUltra2
SCSI)
Pronounced “scuzzy,” this popular drive variety worked its way into the hearts of power
users and network administrators. Today, SATA supersedes SCSI away from even those folks.
Data Transfer Rate Up to 160 MB/sec.

Solid State Drive (SSD) versus Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

An HDD is a data storage device that is

housed within a computer. It contains
spinning disks on which data is
magnetically stored. The HDD is
equipped with an arm that houses
several "heads" (transducers) that read
and write data to the disk. HDDs are a
legacy technology, which means they have been around longer than SSDs. They are generally less
expensive and more appropriate for data that does not need to be accessed frequently, such as backups
of photos, videos, or business files. They are available in two sizes: 2.5 inch (commonly found in
laptops) and 3.5 inch (desktop computers).

SSDs got their name—solid state—because they use solid state devices under the hood. In an
SSD, all data is stored in integrated circuits. This difference from HDDs has a lot of implications,
especially in size and performance. SSDs are more expensive than HDDs per amount of storage (in
gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB)), but the gap is closing as SSD prices decline at a faster pace that
HDD prices year over year.

Internal Parts of HDD and SSD

Image 2.7 Hard Disk Drive. Image Source:

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 POWER SUPPLY UNIT (PSU)

A Power Supply Unit (PSU) is an internal IT

hardware component. Despite the name, Power
Supply Units (PSU) do not supply systems with
power - instead they convert it. Specifically, a
power supply converts the alternating high voltage

Image 2.8 Power Supply. Image Source: https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Ps3bJZA9L._AC_SX450_.jpg

current (AC) into direct current (DC), and they also regulate the DC output voltage to the fine
tolerances required for modern computing components.

 What is the function of a power supply?

1. Power Supply change the voltage - Power supplies are primarily used to change voltage.
Regardless of the type of device that must use it, the power source has a consistent output.
To prevent overload, power supplies step down — or step up — the voltage to match the
device's requirements.
2. Power Supply converts power - Power conversion converts incoming electricity into a
format that electrical devices can understand. There are two types of power supplies: DC-
DC and AC-DC. DC-DC power supplies allow you to plug electrical devices into car
outlets or other direct current, or DC, power sources. These power supplies, however, are
not the most commonly used.
3. Power Supply regulates power - An unregulated power supply can deliver more power
than expected. Such a surge fed to delicate electronics like computers and televisions
could cause severe damage to the parts or even permanent harm that could cause damage
beyond repair.
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 Power Supply Form Factors

Power supply form factors are identical to motherboard form factors. ATX power supplies are the
most common, and they are compatible with all ATX and BTX motherboards. Smaller power supplies
that fit microATX, FlexATX, and microBTX motherboards are also available .
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PSU CONNECTORS
  GRAPHICS CARD

Graphics Card (also

called a video adapter,
display card, graphics
card, graphics board,
display adapter or
graphics adapter) is an
expansion card which
generates a feed of output
images to a display.

Image 2.9 System

Unit with on board and
attached video card

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 Common Types of Graphics Card

Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI)

PCI, which stands for

Peripheral Component Interconnect,
was introduced by Intel in 1992. The
PCI bus was used to connect
hardware to a computer and was
available in 32-bit (133MBps) and
64-bit versions. PCI, which was
widely used in computers from the
late 1990s to the early 2000s, has
since been replaced by PCI Express.

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 AGP Accelerated Graphics Port (often shortened to AGP)

AGP, which stands for Accelerated Graphics

Port, is a high-speed port designed for video
cards and 3D accelerators. AGP, designed by
Intel and introduced in August 1997,
introduces a dedicated point-to-point channel
that provides the graphics controller with
direct access to system memory. The image
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slot might look.

Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (PCI-E)

PCIe is a high-speed serial computer

expansion bus standard that was designed to
replace the older PCI, PCI-X, and AGP bus
standards. PCI Express, also known as 3rd
Generation I/O (3GIO), was approved as a
standard in July 2002.

Image 2.9b Video Card. Image Source: https://twen.rs-

online.com/web/p/graphics-cards/6667817/

What’s on the card?

DisplayPort is a digital display interface developed by the Video
Electronics Standards Association (VESA). The interface is
primarily used to connect a video source to a display device such as
a computer monitor, though it can also be used to transmit audio,
USB, and other forms of data.

Image 2.3 DisplayPort

(HDMI) High Definition Multimedia Interface simultaneously

transmitting visual and audio data via the same cable.
 Image 2.4 HDMI Port
(DVI) Digital Visual Interface Digital-based standard designed for
displays such as flat-panel displays (LCDs, plasma screens, wide
high- definition television displays) and video projectors

Image 2.5 DVI Port

Analog D-Sub is standard interface for analog monitor. It was
designed for CRT displays.

Image 2.6 15 pin Analog D-Sub

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 Common Graphics Card Terms

 Fill Rate
GPU’s speed in drawing pixels depending on the number of (ROP) Raster Operation
Pipeline units of the graphics card.

 GART (Graphics Address Remapping Table)

A capability of reading texture directly from the memory without the need to copy them to
video memory.

 Pixel Pipeline
Pixels pass through GPU unit called Pipeline which crunch complex vertex and pixel
shaders programs for lighting and effects. The more pipelines, the better.heaper cards
usually have four pipelines while mid-range to high end have 8-16 pipelines or more.

 Pixel Shader
Also called as pixel processor and unified shaders-usually used for realism gamming.
Pixel and Vertexshaders

 SLI (Scalable Link Interface) and Crossfire [ATI]

New technologies that allow two or more graphics cards installation for certain
intensive graphics application.
  DirectX
DirectX is a set of components in Windows that allows software, primarily and especially
games, to work directly with your video and audio hardware. Games that use DirectX can
use multimedia accelerator features built-in to your hardware more efficiently which
improves your overall multimedia experience.
 Driver
A set of files that tells a piece of hardware how to function by communicating with a
computer's operating system. All pieces of hardware require a driver, from your internal
computer components, such as your graphics card, to your external peripherals, like a
printer
 Port
A computer port is an interface or connection point between a computer and an external or
internal device. Internal ports can connect hard drives, CD ROM or DVD drives, and other
devices; external ports can connect modems, printers, mice, and other devices.

 INPUT/ OUTPUT (IO) PORTS

 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse
 Keyboard and Mice Connectors - Old
Style 5 Pin DIN Keyboard connector.
The 5 pin DIN connectors are rarely
used anymore. Most computers use the
mini-DIN PS/2 connector, but an
increasing number of new systems are
dropping PS/2 connectors in favor of
USB. Adapters are available to convert
5 pin din to PS/2.
 PS2 Keyboard (Purple) and Mouse (Green). NOT
interchangeable
 Newer Motherboards may have a single PS2
connector with 1/2.

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  Serial Port
External modems and old mice use the serial
or COM-1 port. On newer computers, it is
being phased out. USB has taken its place.

 Parallel / Printer Port

Also called as Line Printer Terminal
(LPT Port) used for old printers. It is
not being found on newer
computers.

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 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Ports

Use the USB ports to connect USB devices. (Universal Serial Bus) Used for just about everything
attached in a computer.

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 Audio and Game Ports

SPDIF is a standard for transmitting high-quality digital audio without going through an analogue
conversion process. The SPDIF interface can be implemented in two different ways, Coaxial and
Optical.

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guides/a-complete-guide-of-every-type-of-computer-port/

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 Ethernet LAN Port

Alternatively referred
to as an Ethernet port,
network connection,
and network port, the
LAN port allows a
computer to connect to
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a network using a https://www.trentonsystems.com/blog/what-is-a-lan-port

wired connection. The picture is a close up of what a LAN port looks like for a network cable
using a RJ-45 connector. The two led lights will blink when the port is active.

ACTIVITY 3. Let us try this activity to check and deepen your knowledge about the types
and basic parts of computer system. You may go back to the previous pages if you are in
doubt of your answer.
 Naming Computer Ports/Connectors. Identify or name the following pictures of computer ports and
connectors given. Write your answer in your CSS Activity Notebook.

PORTS / CONNECTORS NAME

1.
6.

2. 7.

3. 8.

9.
4.

5. 10.

ACTIVITY 4. FILL ME UP. In your CSS A ctivity N otebook, write the word that
best completes the following sentences. Select the best answer from the words found in
the box.

AGP HDMI GART

Motherboard SPDIF SATA

LAN Port DirectX Molex

Driver SCSI P1

iMini-ITX SIMM ATX 12V or P4

1. ____________________ is a set of components in Windows that allows software, primarily

and especially games, to work directly with your video and audio hardware.
2. ____________________ is a type of memory module containing random-access memory
used in computers from the early 1980s to the early 2000s.
 3. _____________________ is a set of files that tells a piece of hardware how to function by
communicating with a computer's operating system.
4. _____________________ is a four pin power connector that goes to the motherboard in
addition to a 20 pin P1 to supply power to the processor.
5. __________________ allows a computer to connect to a network using a wired connection.
6. __________________ an interface for transferring data between a computer’s central circuit
board and storage devices.
7. __________________is a motherboard configuration designed to support low-cost computers in
small spaces. Mini-ITX boards are 17 cm by 17 cm and were initially introduced in 2001.
8. ___________________ is the main circuit board in a typical desktop computer, laptop, or server.
9. ___________________ is the capability of reading texture directly from the memory
without the need to copy them to video memory.
10. ___________________ is a standard for transmitting high-quality digital audio without
going through an analogue conversion process.

ACTIVITY 5. Identifying Computer Parts and its peripherals.

Performance Objective: Identify and explain the function of the different parts of computer
found in the first column. Write you answer in your activity notebook
Parts / Computer Peripherals Name Functions

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.
Components Scoring Rubrics
5 4 Points 3 1 Point
Points more content and Point content and
Most content knowledge s knowledge are not
and were given some content
knowledge were given and clear and relevant
knowledge were given
ACTIVITY 6
1. BIOS 13. Audio Out Jack
2. AGP Slot 14. Serial Port
3. PCI Slot 15. VG Port
4. CMOS Backup Battery
5. South Bridge Chipset ACTIVITY 3
6. IDE/HDD Headers 1. Audio Port
7. 20 Pin ATX Power Connector 2. USB Port
8. Memory Slot 3. PS2 Port
9. North Bridge Chipset 4. Type C Connector
10. CPU Socket 5. Serial Port
11. PS2 Mouse Port 6. HDMI Port
12. Parallel Port 7. DVI Port
8. VGA Port
9. Parallel Port
ACTIVITY 5 10. Mouse Port
1. Video Card - The video card is an expansion card that
allows the computer to send graphical data to a video
display device such as a monitor, television, or projector.
2. SATA Connector - Serial ATA (SATA) is a computer ACTIVITY 2.
bus interface that connects host bus adapters to mass storage 1. POWER SUPPLY
devices such as hard disk drives, optical drives, and solid- 2. MOTHERBOARD
state drives. 3. SATA CONNECTOR
3. P1 - This is the connector that goes to the motherboard to 4. VGA PORT
provide it with power. The connector has 20 or 24 pins. 5. PARALLEL PORT
4. CPU - The CPU is a computer's brain, containing all of 6. DVI PORT
the circuitry required to process input, store data, and output 7. LAN PORT
results. 8. PROCESSOR
5. Motherboard - A motherboard is the main circuit board 9. MEMORY
inside a computer that connects all of the computer's 10. VIDEO CARD
components.

ACTIVITY 4
1. Direct X ACTIVITY 1.
2. SIMM C. Line Printer Terminal
3. Driver B. SPDIF
4. ATX 12V or P4 B. HDMI
5. LAN Port A. SLI
6. SATA C. Fetch>Decode>Execute>Store
7. iMini-ITX D. SATA
8. Motherboard B. AMD & INTEL
9. GART D. Motherboard
10. SPDIF A. Random Access Memory
D. Single Memory Module

ANSWER KEY
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Writer: JOSE GOCELA TAPOROC, JR., SST-III

School: Digos City National High School
Division: Digos City