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Typical ATX Motherboard
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Motherboard Components
CPU and accompanying chip set
ROM BIOS
RAM
Buses and expansion slots
Components used to change hardware
configuration settings
Jumpers
DIP switches
CMOS configuration chip
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Basic Components of a CPU
Input/output (I/O) unit
Control unit
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How the CPU Works
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Attributes Used to Rate CPUs
Efficiency/special functionality of
programming code
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Attributes Used to Rate CPUs
(continued)
Amount of memory included with the CPU
(internal and external cache)
Multiprocessor ability
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The Pentiums
Two ALUs (a true multiprocessor)
64-bit external path size and two 32-bit
internal paths (one for each ALU)
Terminology
Bus speed
Processor speed
Multiplier
Memory cache
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Memory Cache
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Pentium III
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Pentium 4
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AMD Processors (continued)
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VIA C3 Processor
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64-Bit Processors
Intel Itaniums
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The Itanium 2 Processor
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AMD 64-Bit Processors
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CPU Heat Sinks and Cooling
Fans
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Combination Heat Sink and
Cooling Fan
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CPU Slots and Sockets
Motherboard and processor must match
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CPU Slots and Sockets
(continued)
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CPU Slots and Sockets
(continued)
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CPU Voltage Requirements
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CPU Voltage Regulator
Dual-voltage CPUs
Single-voltage CPUs
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CPU Voltage Regulator
(continued)
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Accelerated Hub Architecture
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Configuring and Updating ROM
BIOS
Update BIOS only if you’re having a problem
with your motherboard or there’s a new
feature you want to use
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Buses and Expansion Slots
Buses evolved around data path and speed
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Bus Connections
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On-Board Ports, Connectors,
and Riser Slots
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Hardware Configuration
Setup data stored by DIP switches
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Setup Data Stored by DIP
Switches
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Setup Data Stored by Jumpers
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Setup Data Stored by Jumpers
(continued)
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Setup Data Stored in CMOS
Memory
Also called real-time clock/nonvolatile RAM
(RTC/NVRAM) chip
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Battery Power to CMOS
Memory
Types of CMOS batteries
3.6V lithium battery with a four-pin connector;
connects with a Velcro strip
4.5V alkaline battery with a four-pin connector;
connects with a Velcro strip
3.6V barrel-style battery with a two-pin connector;
soldered on
3V lithium coin-cell battery (most common)
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Protecting Documentation and
Configuration Settings
Keep up-to-date written records of CMOS
settings, hardware and software installed, and
network settings
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Building a Computer (continued)
7. Install RAM
8. Install motherboard and attach cabling
9. Install video card
10. Plug computer into power source; attach
monitor and keyboard
11. Boot system and enter CMOS setup
12. Make sure settings are set to the default
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Building a Computer (continued)
13. If booting from a floppy disk, insert a bootable
setup disk
14. Observe POST
15. Prepare hard drive for the OS
16. Reboot system and run ScanDisk on drive C
17. Connect mouse
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Building a Computer (continued)
18. Install the OS from CD or floppy
19. Change boot order in CMOS
20. Check for conflicts with system resources
21. Install any other expansion cards, and/or
drives
22. Verify that all is operating properly; make
final OS and/or CMOS adjustments
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Installing the Motherboard
Prepare motherboard to go in case
Set jumpers
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Setting the Jumpers
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Setting the Jumpers (continued)
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Installing a Pentium 4 in
Socket 478
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Installing a Pentium 4 in
Socket 478 (continued)
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Installing Motherboard in Case
1. Install faceplate
2. Install standoffs
3. Attach motherboard inside case with screws
4. Connect power cord from power supply to
P1 power connection on motherboard
5. Connect wire leads from front panel of case
to motherboard (reset switch, HDD LED,
speaker, power LED, remote switch)
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Wire Connectors
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Troubleshooting the
Motherboard and CPU
Look for clues from POST
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Summary
Types of motherboards
Motherboard components
Building a computer