LONG TEST-TLE 9
LONG TEST-TLE 9
Most hardware and software products have the system requirements printed on the side or bottom of
the product packaging.
The speed of a computer's processor chip (technically known as its "clock speed") in measured in
gigahertz (GHz)
The architecture of a processor is the most important factor to determine its performance, and refers to
its basic design and complexity.
Cache is a form of very fast memory integrated into the processor chip, and used to store up instructions
(work for the processor) so that it has to slow down as little as possible between tasks.
Front side bus (FSB) speed is a measure of how fast a microprocessor communicates with the computer's
main circuit board (or "motherboard") into which it is physically connected
A computer's graphics system determines how well it can work with visual output. Graphics systems can
either be integrated into a computer's motherboard, or plugged into the motherboard as a separate
"video card"
Serial Advance Technology Attachment (SATA), which is the most modern and now pretty much the norm
on new PCs
Before starting computer disassembly, make sure you have the tools you need and they're all close by
and handy and be sure to have a container to keep the screws in so you have them when you want to
put things back together.
If you are working on a carpet, about every five minutes touch something that is grounded (Sink faucet /
pipe, wire coming from the ground part of a wall outlet). This is done so you do not shock your
motherboard or other parts.
Before you start, take an inventory of your parts. Do not begin assembling your computer if you don't
have everything you need. Begin the step-by-step process once you are ready with everything you need.
Make sure you are wearing your antistatic wrist strap correctly (it does you no good at all if you do not
wear it!).
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