A level Computer Hardware quiz 1

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This A level Computer Hardware quiz 1 quiz contains 16 multiple choice questions designed to help you revise and test your A level Computer Hardware quizzes knowledge. Select an answer for each question and click “Submit Answer” to see instant feedback. Take your time and try to score as high as possible!

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Here we offer free educational quizzes. You will find several questions ranging from 15-20 in these quizzes

These questions are aimed at boosting your knowledge both at the intellectual and educational level, as well as general and technical. In this quiz, we will be looking at Computer hardware. We have computers in the house, with components like a mouse, keyboard, and speakers. It will be interesting for you to know that these components are referred to as hardware because they are used externally and help the computer in communication.

Students studying Computer Science in the A levels are usually tested from this topic and so these quizzes will be like a pre-test in preparation for their tests and upcoming exams. Take the quiz and learn.
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Question 1 of 16

From what location are the 1st computer instructions available on boot up?

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Question 2 of 16

What could cause a fixed disk error.

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Question 3 of 16

Missing slot covers on a computer can cause?

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Question 4 of 16

When installing PCI NICS you can check the IRQ availability by looking at

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Question 5 of 16

With respect to a network interface card, the term 10/100 refers to

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Question 6 of 16

Which Motherboard form factor uses one 20 pin connector

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Question 7 of 16

A hard disk is divided into tracks which are further subdivided into:

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Question 8 of 16

A wrist grounding strap contains which of the following:

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Question 9 of 16

Which standard govern parallel communications?

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Question 10 of 16

In laser printer technology, what happens during the conditioning stage?

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Question 11 of 16

What product is used to clean smudged keys on a keyboard?

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Question 12 of 16

ESD would cause the most damage to which component?

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Question 13 of 16

To view any currently running Terminate Stay Resident (TSR's) programs you could type:

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Question 14 of 16

Which type of system board is the MOST likely candidate for processor upgrading if you want maximum performance and future compatibility?

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Question 15 of 16

Suppose that you have a the maintenance package identifies several possible field replaceable units (FRUs) that will resolve the problem. What should you do after turning the power off?

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Question 16 of 16

Most PCs give a single beep on bootup to indicate they are ok hardware wise. You boot your PC and don't get a beep. What should you check first?