MOTHERBOARDS Computer Maintenance
Dec 03, 2014
MOTHERBOARDSComputer Maintenance
Overview
The part of the computer to which every other component is connected.
Known as the heart of the computer. Most motherboards contain some built-in
components.
Form Factors
Difference is size, arrangement of components onboard, and other details.
AT, ATX, MicroATX, LPX, NLX, BTX
Motherboard Components
CPU slot/socket
Memory Slots
BIOS Chip
Chipset
AGP slot
Expansion SlotsISA PCI
PCIe
Power Connectors
Battery
Disk Drive Connectors
IDE CONNECTORS SATA CONNECTORS
FLOPPY CONNECTOR
Ports