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Written by Professor Messer
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Sunday, 20 April 2008 |
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CompTIA A+ Training Course Main Index > Motherboards
Motherboards
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The motherboard is the heart of any personal computer. Every piece of a computer touches the motherboard, and the overall performance is directly related to the technologies embedded in the motherboard. In these videos you'll learn how a motherboard works, how to instantly identify the major components of a motherboard, and how to solve motherboard problems when they occur.
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Motherboard Overview (15:02)
220-601, Section 1.1
Every CompTIA A+ professional needs to have a complete understanding of motherboards and the components that reside on today痴 PC motherboard technology. In this video, we値l provide you with the information you need to instantly identify the most important motherboard features, and you値l learn how chipset architectures relate to real-world motherboard configurations.
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Bus Architectures (7:48)
220-601, Section 1.1
The internal bus and expansion bus on a personal computer is a major factor in the overall speed an operation of the system. In this module, we値l discuss computer buses, PC expansion buses, and methods to calculate the speed and throughput of a computer bus.
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Expansion Slots (13:17)
220-601, Section 1.1
The expansion slots are the most modular part of the PC motherboard, but what are all of these different standards? This module will walk you through the most popular expansion slot bus types, such as PCI, PCIe, and AGP. Some older technologies, such as AMR and CNR will also be detailed.
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Motherboard I/O Connections (9:47)
220-601, Section 1.1
All motherboards have input and output ports on the back, but what do all those connections mean? In this module, we値l turn the PC around and show you exactly how each port works and how to instantly recognize the most common input and output connections.
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Motherboard Form Factors (11:56)
220-601, Section 1.1
There are a number of different form factors to consider when replacing or upgrading a motherboard. This module provides an overview of many motherboard types, and provides some helpful tips for easily identifying ATX, NLX, microATX, BTX, microBTX, and picoBTX motherboard form factors.
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Installing Motherboards (12:45)
220-601, Section 1.1
Installing a motherboard in your personal computer is easier than you may think. In this CompTIA A+ training module, we値l step through every step you値l need to know to successfully install a PC motherboard. You値l learn about the selection process, the pre-installation steps, some useful installation tips, and the things you値l want to check after everything is installed.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 24 April 2008 )
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