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  1. Which motherboard form factor is the LARGEST and provides the most expansion slots for workstation builds?

    Answer: E-ATX

    Extended ATX (E-ATX) is larger than standard ATX and offers more PCIe slots, RAM slots, and VRM phases for high-end workstation or server builds.

  2. A user wants to add a second monitor but their GPU only has one DisplayPort and one HDMI output, both in use. What is the BEST solution?

    Answer: Install a second GPU in the PCIe slot

    Installing a dedicated second GPU in an available PCIe slot is the most reliable way to add display outputs when the primary GPU is fully utilized.

  3. What does the term 'TDP' refer to in the context of CPU and GPU specifications?

    Answer: Thermal Design Power — the maximum heat a cooler must dissipate

    TDP (Thermal Design Power) specifies the maximum sustained power a cooling solution must dissipate, guiding cooler selection.

  4. Which cable standard supplies both data and up to 100W of power delivery over a single reversible connector?

    Answer: USB Type-C with USB Power Delivery

    USB Type-C with the USB Power Delivery specification can carry data at USB 3.2/4 speeds and deliver up to 100W (240W with EPR) through the same cable.

  5. A technician discovers a laptop battery bulging outward, deforming the bottom case. What is the correct action?

    Answer: Power off immediately, remove battery if safe, and dispose properly

    A swollen lithium battery is a fire and explosion hazard; the device must be powered off immediately and the battery disposed of following hazardous materials guidelines.

  6. When installing DDR5 RAM in a dual-channel configuration, which slots should the modules occupy?

    Answer: Slots 1 and 3 or 2 and 4 (matching color slots)

    Dual-channel requires populating matching slots (usually same color, e.g., A1+B1 or A2+B2) as defined by the motherboard manual to activate dual-channel mode.

  7. What is the function of a KVM switch in a hardware environment?

    Answer: It allows one keyboard, video, and mouse to control multiple computers

    A KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) switch lets a single set of peripherals control multiple computers by switching the connections between them.