Answer Compatia A+ Introduction to Computer Information Systems Flashcards

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What acronym refers to a series of basic hardware diagnostic tests performed by the startup BIOS after the computer is powered on?
POST
A POST card is?
Used for troubleshooting computer startup problems
What is the POST beep code that indicates a RAM failure
Long continuous beep tone
What is the POST beep code that indicate a video adapter card failure?
One long, two short beeps
What is the common solution for random time and date resets in Windows?
CMOS battery replacement
What would be the most help in troubleshooting the "Invalid boot disk" error message?
  • Disconnecting USB thumb drives
  • Checking BIOS settings for boot order
  • Removing floppy disk from the Floppy Disk Drive (FDD)
Possible causes for continuous system reboot loops include:
  • overheating
  • Hardware failure
  • Corrupted OS installation
  • Misconfigured OS
Continuous reboots of a Windows host upon encountering a persistent stop error might be caused be Startup and Recovery configuration settings in the Control Panel System applet (System -> Advanced system settings -> Advanced -> Startup and Recovery -> Settings... -> System Failure).
True
A feature that can be found in some types of PC Power Supply Units (PSUs) that allows the PSU to automatically adapt to the AC voltage supplied from the power socket is called:
Auto-switching
Common fixes for PC components not getting enough power include disconnecting all extraneous peripheral devices that might be putting too much load on the Power Supply Unit (PSU), reseating the PSU cable connectors inside the computer case is necessary, and applying the PSU tester to check if the power supply is working properly
True
Excessive dust buildup inside the computer case might be the cause of:
  • Overheating
  • Unexpected shutdowns
  • Intermittent device failure
  • Continuous reboots
What PC component could be the most probable source of problems when the issue symptoms on a failing system include loud noise from the inside of the computer case?
  • Magnetic Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
  • Cooling fans
  • Power supply unit (PSU)
Which of the CPU connectors on teh motherboard should be checked/redeated in order to ensure that the CPU is receiving power?
  • 4/8 -pin 12v
  • P4 connector
The Blue Screen of Death in MS Windows provides technical information that might be of help for advanced users in solving the problem that caused the stop error. The information displayed on the screen when Windows encounters this type of error typically includes error code, memory address where it occurred, and the name of the driver that caused it.
True
"Pinwheel" is an informal term used for describing stop errors in:
Mac OS