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  1. Asked: June 11, 2024In:

    You can place an ISA device in an EISA slot.

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    Unlike MCA, EISA can accept older ISA cards — the lines and slots for EISA are a superset of ISA. EISA was much favoured by manufacturers due to the proprietary nature of MCA, and even IBM produced some machines supporting it.

    Unlike MCA, EISA can accept older ISA cards — the lines and slots for EISA are a superset of ISA. EISA was much favoured by manufacturers due to the proprietary nature of MCA, and even IBM produced some machines supporting it.

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  2. Asked: June 11, 2024In:

    A 2xx POST error code indicates a problem with:

    Raji
    Raji Curator

    The differences in classes are indicated through the first digit of the error code, for example: just like a 404, any other 4xx will mean that in some way the page or website could not be reached, while a 2xx means that your request was successfully completed.

    The differences in classes are indicated through the first digit of the error code, for example: just like a 404, any other 4xx will mean that in some way the page or website could not be reached, while a 2xx means that your request was successfully completed.

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    What are the IRQ's for sound card?

    Raji
    Raji Curator

    When a component or peripheral, such as a network adapter or sound card, needs to get the CPU's attention, it does so by generating a signal on an Interrupt Request Line (IRQ).

    When a component or peripheral, such as a network adapter or sound card, needs to get the CPU’s attention, it does so by generating a signal on an Interrupt Request Line (IRQ).

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  4. Asked: June 11, 2024In:

    Your IDE hard drive is not spinning up when you turn on the PC. What is the most likely problem.

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    Raji Curator

    If there is no burning smell on your disk, you can check the power supply simply by connecting your hard drive to your computer using another cable or connecting your hard drive to another computer. If "hard drive not spinning" remains, It's probable that your hard drive has some mechanical or electRead more

    If there is no burning smell on your disk, you can check the power supply simply by connecting your hard drive to your computer using another cable or connecting your hard drive to another computer. If “hard drive not spinning” remains, It’s probable that your hard drive has some mechanical or electrical issue.

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  5. Asked: June 11, 2024In:

    When you boot a PC and don't hear any beep, this could suggest which of the following?

    Raji
    Raji Curator

    When you boot a PC and don't hear any beep, this could suggest that the speaker is bad or disconnected. The speaker is usually located inside the case of the PC, and it is used to provide audio feedback, such as beeps and error codes.

    When you boot a PC and don’t hear any beep, this could suggest that the speaker is bad or disconnected. The speaker is usually located inside the case of the PC, and it is used to provide audio feedback, such as beeps and error codes.

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  6. Asked: June 11, 2024In:

    What is the file extension used by WIN95 to back up registry file when windows starts?

    Raji
    Raji Curator

    Additionally Windows 95 backs up the registry to the files system. da0 and user. da0 on every successful boot.

    Additionally Windows 95 backs up the registry to the files system. da0 and user. da0 on every successful boot.

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  7. Asked: June 11, 2024In:

    You have a 15 pin female connector with the pins in two rows. What could you connect with this?

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    Raji Curator

    Video Graphics Array (VGA) The Video Graphics Array (VGA) connector is a standard connector used for computer video output. Originating with the 1987 IBM PS/2 and its VGA graphics system, the 15-pin connector went on to become ubiquitous on PCs, as well as many monitors, projectors and high-definitiRead more

    Video Graphics Array (VGA)
    The Video Graphics Array (VGA) connector is a standard connector used for computer video output. Originating with the 1987 IBM PS/2 and its VGA graphics system, the 15-pin connector went on to become ubiquitous on PCs, as well as many monitors, projectors and high-definition television sets.

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    How can you totally protect a PC from damage during an electrical storm?

    Raji
    Raji Curator

    5 Tips to Protect Your Electronics in Lightning Storms Unplug Your Devices. ... Use a Lightning Protection System. ... Don't Rely on Surge Protectors. ... Look Into Getting a Whole-House Surge Protector. ... Review Your Insurance Coverage. ... Contact Prism Specialties.

    5 Tips to Protect Your Electronics in Lightning Storms
    Unplug Your Devices. …
    Use a Lightning Protection System. …
    Don’t Rely on Surge Protectors. …
    Look Into Getting a Whole-House Surge Protector. …
    Review Your Insurance Coverage. …
    Contact Prism Specialties.

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  9. Asked: June 11, 2024In:

    Which of the following is a type of preventative maintenance used on a hard drive?

    Raji
    Raji Curator

    Defrag. It's important to understand that hard drives require preventative maintenance, not only to extend the life of the disk but to protect the data. The most commonly missed maintenance step is disk defragmentation.

    Defrag. It’s important to understand that hard drives require preventative maintenance, not only to extend the life of the disk but to protect the data. The most commonly missed maintenance step is disk defragmentation.

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  10. Asked: June 11, 2024In:

    ESD damage can be caused by:

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    Raji Curator

    Discharge onto the device This is one of the events that can cause ESD damage. It occurs if any charged conductors discharge, and the charge is transferred directly to a device. Note that the human body is also considered a charged conductor and can transfer electrostatic charge to a device.

    Discharge onto the device
    This is one of the events that can cause ESD damage. It occurs if any charged conductors discharge, and the charge is transferred directly to a device. Note that the human body is also considered a charged conductor and can transfer electrostatic charge to a device.

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