A+ Essentials Chapter 8

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    When testing an AC outlet in the U.S., what voltage should the multimetershow between the hot and ground wires?

    • 120 V
    • 60 V
    • 0 V
    • –120 V
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A+ Essentials Chapter 8 - Quiz
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Power Supplies

In this chapter, you will learn how to

• Explain the basics of electricity
• Describe the details about powering the PC
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot power supplies

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  • 2. 

    Why is it a good idea to ensure that the slot covers on your computer case areall covered?

    • To maintain good airflow inside your case.

    • It helps keep dust and smoke out of your case.

    • Both A and B are correct reasons.

    • Trick question! Leaving a slot uncovered doesn’t hurt anything.

    Correct Answer
    A. Both A and B are correct reasons.
    Explanation
    Both A and B are correct reasons—keeping the slots covered helps keep a
    good airflow in your case, and it keeps dust and smoke away from all those
    sensitive internal components.

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  • 3. 

    What voltages does an ATX12V P1 connector provide for the motherboard?

    • 3.3 V, 5 V

    • 3.3 V, 12 V

    • 5 V, 12 V

    • 3.3 V, 5 V, 12 V

    Correct Answer
    A. 3.3 V, 5 V, 12 V
    Explanation
    An ATX12V power supply P1 connector provides 3.3, 5, and 12 volts to the
    motherboard.

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  • 4. 

    Joachim ordered a new power supply but was surprised when it arrivedbecause it had an extra, 4-wire connector. What is that connector?

    • P2 connector for plugging in auxiliary components

    • P3 connector for plugging in case fans

    • P4 connector for plugging into Pentium 4 and later motherboards

    • Aux connector for plugging into a secondary power supply

    Correct Answer
    A. P4 connector for plugging into Pentium 4 and later motherboards
    Explanation
    The P4 connector goes into the motherboard to support faster
    processors.

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  • 5. 

    What voltages should the two hot wires on a Molex connector read?

    • Red = 3.3 V; Yellow = 5 V

    • Red = 5 V; Yellow = 12 V

    • Red = 12 V; Yellow = 5 V

    • Red = 5 V; Yellow = 3.3 V

    Correct Answer
    A. Red = 5 V; Yellow = 12 V
    Explanation
    A Molex connector’s red wires should be at 5 volts; the yellow wire should
    be at 12 volts.

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  • 6. 

    How many pins does a SATA power connector have?

    • 6

    • 9

    • 12

    • 15

    Correct Answer
    A. 15
    Explanation
    SATA power connectors have 15 pins.

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  • 7. 

    A PC’s power supply provides DC power in what standard configuration?

    • Two primary voltage rails, 12 volts and 5 volts, and an auxiliary 3.3 volt connector.

    • Three primary voltage rails, one each for 12-volt, 5-volt, and 3.3-volt connectors.

    • One primary DC voltage rail for 12-volt, 5-volt, and 3.3-volt connectors.

    • One voltage rail with a 12-volt connector for the motherboard, a second voltage rail with a 12-volt connector for the CPU, and a third voltage rail for the 5-volt and 3.3-volt connectors.

    Correct Answer
    A. Three primary voltage rails, one each for 12-volt, 5-volt, and 3.3-volt connectors.
    Explanation
    The standard PC power supply configuration has three primary voltage
    rails, one each for 12-volt, 5-volt, and 3.3-volt connectors.

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