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Chapter 1
Introducing Hardware
Functions of a Computer
Ports
The Motherboard
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Motherboard Configuration
Settings
CMOS chip
Stores setup (configuration) information
Powered by a battery on motherboard when power
is off
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Setting Jumpers
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A+ Guide to Managing
and Maintaining Your PC
Fifth Edition
Chapter 2
OS as a Middleman
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A+ Guide to Managing
and Maintaining Your PC
Fifth Edition
Chapter 5
The Motherboard
Typical AT Motherboard
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Hardware Configuration
Setup data stored by DIP switches
Setup data stored by jumpers
Setup data stored in CMOS memory
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Wire Connectors
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Troubleshooting the
Motherboard and CPU
Look for clues from POST
Reports errors as beep codes
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