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  • Question
  • To install a second IDE drive into a computer, you must:


  • Options
  • A. Set the master-slave jumper to slave on the second drive
  • B. Use the IDE configuration software to set the new drive as slave
  • C. Verify that you define the new drive as D: in the CMOS setup
  • D. Verify that you attach the drive to the connector at the end of the ribbon cable
  • E. None of the above

  • Correct Answer
  • Set the master-slave jumper to slave on the second drive 


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    • 1. The digital multimeter is set for DC, Ohm and 20k. You will read _____ while measuring a good 2 amp fuse.

    • Options
    • A. 0.00
    • B. 0.02
    • C. 0.20
    • D. 2.00
    • E. None of the above
    • Discuss
    • 2. On a dot matrix printer, you should never lubricate which part?

    • Options
    • A. carriage rails
    • B. printhead pins
    • C. paper advance bearings
    • D. carriage bearings
    • E. None of the above
    • Discuss
    • 3. Which of the following would be a logical first step in troubleshooting a PC?

    • Options
    • A. Check the computer CMOS
    • B. Define the circumstances of the problem
    • C. Call the vendor
    • D. Define what applications are being used
    • E. None of the above
    • Discuss
    • 4. How many devices can be used on a single SCSI bus? Keep in mind that the SCSI host adapter counts as a device.

    • Options
    • A. 1
    • B. 8
    • C. 20
    • D. 10
    • E. All of the above
    • Discuss
    • 5. Match the device driver HIMEM.SYS to its operation.

    • Options
    • A. Supports (ANSI) terminal emulation
    • B. Manages the use of extended memory
    • C. Uses expanded memory on a 80386 processor
    • D. Supports code page switching
    • E. None of the above
    • Discuss
    • 6. Which of the following FRUs would be considered both an input/output device?

    • Options
    • A. Video board
    • B. SCSI host adapter
    • C. System board CPU
    • D. All of the above
    • E. None of the above
    • Discuss
    • 7. What is the most significant difference between the USB and IEEE1394 standards?

    • Options
    • A. IEEE 1394 is faster
    • B. USB does not support USB
    • C. USB is plug and play
    • D. IEEE 1394 is hot swappable
    • E. None of the above
    • Discuss
    • 8. Which should you use for cleaning Mylar-protected LCD screens?

    • Options
    • A. Ammonia window cleaner
    • B. Non-abrasive cleanser
    • C. Anti-static wipes
    • D. Alcohol-impregnated wipes
    • E. None of the above
    • Discuss
    • 9. When is the risk for electrostatic discharge the greatest?

    • Options
    • A. Day time
    • B. High humidity
    • C. Low humidity
    • D. Night time
    • E. None of the above
    • Discuss
    • 10. You have a PC with no video* Which of the following is LEAST likely to be causing the problem?

    • Options
    • A. defective RAM (bank zero)
    • B. defective microprocessor
    • C. crashed hard drive
    • D. loose video card
    • E. low AC outlet power
    • Discuss


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