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Computer Systems Installation and Configuration

The document outlines the essential components needed to assemble a desktop PC, including the CPU, motherboard, RAM, storage devices, and more. It also discusses the types of ports and cables used in modern PCs, highlighting obsolete ports and their modern replacements. Additionally, it covers concepts related to computer data measurement and processor performance metrics.

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Computer Systems Installation and Configuration

The document outlines the essential components needed to assemble a desktop PC, including the CPU, motherboard, RAM, storage devices, and more. It also discusses the types of ports and cables used in modern PCs, highlighting obsolete ports and their modern replacements. Additionally, it covers concepts related to computer data measurement and processor performance metrics.

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Notes on Computer Systems Installation and Configuration

1. Basic Components of a Desktop PC

To assemble a desktop PC, you need the following key components:

Central Processing Unit (CPU)


o The brain of the computer; processes instructions.

Motherboard

o The main circuit board that connects all components.

Random Access Memory (RAM)


o Temporary storage for data and programs in use.

Storage Devices

o Hard Disk Drive (HDD) or Solid State Drive (SSD) for data storage.

Power Supply Unit (PSU)


o Converts electrical power to the right voltage for components.

Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) (optional)



o Renders images and video; essential for gaming and graphic
design.

Casing/Chassis

o Housing for all components, providing protection and airflow.

Cooling System

o Includes fans or liquid cooling to dissipate heat from


components.

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2. Types of Ports in Modern PCs

Modern computers feature various ports, but some older ports are becoming
obsolete:

Obsolete Ports:

o Parallel Port: Used for printers; largely replaced by USB.


o Serial Port: Used for serial devices; replaced by USB.
o VGA Port: For video output; replaced by HDMI and DisplayPort.
o PS/2 Ports: For keyboard and mouse; replaced by USB.

Modern Ports:

o USB (Universal Serial Bus): For data transfer and peripherals.


o HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface): For audio and
video output.
o DisplayPort: Similar to HDMI, used for video connections.
o Ethernet Port: For wired internet connections.

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3. Types of Cables and Their Roles

Cables are crucial for connecting the various components of a PC:

Power Cables:

o Connect the PSU to other components for power supply.

SATA Cables:

o Connect storage devices (HDD/SSD) to the motherboard.

USB Cables:

o Connect external devices (printers, keyboards, mice) to the


computer.

HDMI/DisplayPort Cables:

o Transmit video and audio signals from the GPU to the monitor.


Ethernet Cables:

o Connect the PC to the network or internet router.

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Concepts Related to Computer Data Measurement and Processor


Performance

Computer Data Measurement:

o Data is measured in bytes (KB, MB, GB, TB), where:

 1 KB = 1024 Bytes
 1 MB = 1024 KB
 1 GB = 1024 MB
 1 TB = 1024 GB

Processor Performance Metrics:


o Clock Speed: Measured in GHz; indicates how many cycles per


second the CPU can perform.
o Cores: Indicates how many processing cores the CPU has,
affecting multitasking and performance.

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