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ICT1 Q3 LO7 Week 1 2

The document defines the system unit as the box-like case that contains the computer's processing devices, including the central processing unit (CPU) which acts as the computer's brain. It identifies the main parts visible on the front of the system unit as the CD-ROM drive, USB ports, power button, and reset button. The document explains that the CD-ROM drive is for inserting discs, the USB ports connect USB devices and transfer data/power, the power button turns the computer on and off, and the reset button restarts the computer.

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ICT1 Q3 LO7 Week 1 2

The document defines the system unit as the box-like case that contains the computer's processing devices, including the central processing unit (CPU) which acts as the computer's brain. It identifies the main parts visible on the front of the system unit as the CD-ROM drive, USB ports, power button, and reset button. The document explains that the CD-ROM drive is for inserting discs, the USB ports connect USB devices and transfer data/power, the power button turns the computer on and off, and the reset button restarts the computer.

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INFORMATION SHEET Q2- 7.

1
BASIC COMPUTER PARTS: SYSTEM UNIT

Learning Objectives:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:

7.1 define System Unit


7.2 identify the different parts of the system unit (front view)
7.3 give the function/s of each part of the system unit
7.4 explain the importance of each part of the system unit

SYSTEM UNIT

A system unit is a box- like case. It contains the processing


devices and has a processor called the Central Processing Unit or
CPU- the brain of your computer.

PARTS OF THE SYSTEM UNIT:

CD- ROM
Drive
Power
button USB Ports

Reset
button

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The parts of the system unit in the front view are the following:

CD- ROM Drive- is where you insert compact discs (CDs) or DVDs.

Universal Serial Bus (USB) Ports- are ports that allow USB devices to be
connected to each other with and transfer digital data over USB
cables. They can also supply electric power across the cable to
devices that need it.

Power button- is used to turn the computer on and off.

Reset button- is used to restart your computer.

Remember: The system unit of a computer contains all the important


components. Some important parts of the system unit are
Motherboard, Microprocessor, Primary Memory and Power Supply
Unit.

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WORKSHEET Q2- 7.1- A
BASIC COMPUTER PARTS: SYSTEM UNIT

NAME: ______________________________________________
SECTION: ___________________________________________

Trace the broken lines to form the system unit and its meaning. Then
color the drawing with gray.

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WORKSHEET Q2- 7.1- B
BASIC COMPUTER PARTS: SYSTEM UNIT

NAME: ______________________________________________
SECTION: ___________________________________________

Label the parts of the system unit (front view). Choose your answer
from the box below.

Power button reset button


USB ports CD- ROM Drive

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WORKSHEET Q2- 7.1- C
BASIC COMPUTER PARTS: SYSTEM UNIT

NAME: ______________________________________________
SECTION: ___________________________________________

Draw a line to connect the part of the system unit to its


corresponding name.

1.
CD- ROM Drive

2. Power button

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3.
Reset Drive

4.
USB Ports

WORKSHEET Q2- 7.1- D


BASIC COMPUTER PARTS: SYSTEM UNIT

NAME: ______________________________________________
SECTION: ___________________________________________

Put a check (/) in the box if the following sentences are correct and
put a cross (X) if not correct.

1. When you want to turn on the computer, you need to press the
power switch.

2. It is proper to place the system unit upside down.


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3. If you want to watch the CD about English Junior, you need to
open the USB port

4. The Central Processing Unit is also known as the “brain of the


computer”.

5. To restart your computer, just press the reset button.

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