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