Computer Science Homework Solutions
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Motherboard Testing
a.Suppose you want to test a motherboard used in an installation before you proceed too far into the installation. From the devices listed below, select the minimum devices that you must install before you can boot the system to confirm that the motherboard BIOS starts POST:
Mouse
Computer case and power supply
Monitor
Hard drive
Keyboard
Floppy drive
CD-RW drive
Motherboard
Video card
Modem card
Processor
RAM
b. In Question asked in part A, describe how you could test this motherboard with the least amount of time invested in the installation.
c. In reference to part B above, what device should be uninstalled before you proceed with the entire installation, to protect this device from damage?
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