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TVL – Computer
Systems
Servicing
Quarter 1 – Module 2:
Parts of the Computer System

Week 4-5
Case, Internal System Unit, and
Motherboard

SELF-LEARNING MODULE

DIVISION OF GENERAL SANTOS CITY

Subject Area – 11 – Computer Systems Servicing
Self-Learning Module (SLM)
Quarter 1 – Module 1: Parts of the Computer System Case, Internal System
Unit, and Motherboard
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TVL – Computer
Systems Servicing
Quarter 1 – Module 1:
Parts of the Computer System

Week 4-5
Case, Internal System Unit, and
Motherboard

SELF-LEARNING MODULE

DIVISION OF GENERAL SANTOS CITY

Introductory Message
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Welcome to the Computer Systems Servicing 11 Self-Learning Module (SLM) on

Parts of the Computer System Case, Internal System Unit, and Motherboard!

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Lesson Parts of the Computer System

2 Case, Internal System Unit,

and Motherboard!

What I Need to Know

Have a wonderful day! Are you familiar with the parts of the computer
system case? Have you ever looked inside a computer case or seen pictures of the
inside one? Did you know the vital functions of the motherboard? In this module,
you are going to learn about the parts of the computer system case and how it
works, the different parts of the internal system unit, and the motherboard in detail
and its components.

Installing and Configuring Computer Systems (ICCS) is divided into five learning
outcomes;
 LO 1. Assemble computer hardware TLE_IACSS912ICCS-Ia-e-28

 Obtain materials necessary to complete the work in accordance

with established procedures and check against system
requirements
 Obtain tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry
out installation work in accordance with established
procedures and check for correct operation and safety

After going through on this module, you should be able to:

 Identify the computer system case, its connection, and components.

 Familiarize the parts of the internal system unit.
 Examine the motherboard in detail and its components.

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 What I Know

Hi There! Are you ready for the next lesson? Let us check how knowledgeable you
are about parts of the computer system case, internal system unit, and
motherboard.

Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer.

1. Which refers to a standard-size area for adding hardware to a computer?
a. Power supply
b. Drive bay
c. Ports
d. Connectors

2. Which is a part of the cable that plugs into a port or interface to connect one
device to another?
a. wire
b. socket
c. connector
d. add-in card

For questions 3-4, refer to the figure as shown.

3. A power supply is an electronic device that supplies

electric energy to the computer. Which port is used to
connect the power cable of the power supply?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

4. A computer monitor is an output device that displays

information in pictorial form. Which port is used for a
monitor?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

5. Which of the following best defines Computer System case?

a. The computer case, keyboard, mouse, and monitor.
b. The motherboard, central processing unit, and main memory.
c. The enclosure that contains the main hardware components of a
computer.
d. The combination of all the hardware and software that makes up a
computer.

6. Which is considered to be the Brain of the computer?

a. RAM
b. CPU
c. ROM
d. CMOS

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7. The power button is a round or square button that powers a computer on and
off. Where is it located on the figure?

a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

8. A hard disk drive (HDD) is a spinning data storage device used for storing and
retrieving digital information. Which is a characteristic of this type of internal
storage?
a. Volatile memory
b. Primary storage
c. Secondary storage
d. CPU buffer

9. The CMOS is s a memory chip that houses setting configurations and is

powered by the onboard battery. What does the acronym CMOS stands for?
a. Central Memory Only System
b. Conducive Medium Output Serial
c. Computer Manage Operating Software
d. Complementary Metal-oxide Semiconductor

10. Which is NOT use to disburse heat away from the CPU?
a. System Unit Fan
b. CPU Fan
c. ZIF Socket
d. Heatsink

11. What type of memory is powered by a battery that stores the date, calendar,
and current time of the computer?
a. ROM
b. RAM
c. SATA
d. CMOS

12. Which type of cable is used to connect an analog PC monitor to a PC or laptop?

a. c.

b. d.
13. Why does a computer have different types of ports?
a. Because it processes the data information.
b. Because it sends electrical signals to the different components.
c. Because it connects different types of input and output devices.
d. Because it carries the data and information to the storage location.

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14. The Central Processing Unit is also called a processor, is located inside the
computer case on the motherboard. Why does the CPU consider the brain of
the computer?
a. Because it stores the needed information
b. Because it is where most calculations take place
c. Because it allows you to add other functions in the computer
d. Because it sends a signal between the information processing system
and the outside world

15. The BIOS contains a program or code that helps the processor to interact and
control other components. What does BIOS stands for?
a. Basic Input Output System
b. Basic Input Open Synchronous
c. Basic Information Output System
d. Basic Interface Optimization Store

16. Memory is the most essential element of a computing system because without
it computers can’t perform simple tasks. Which of the following is NOT a kind
of memory?
a. RAM
b. ROM
c. CMOS
d. SATA

17. Which carries data or information to various parts of the computer system?
a. Wires and cables
b. SATA port connection
c. Plugs and ports
d. CMOS storage chip

18. Which is a chip on the motherboard responsible for the hard drive controller,
I/O controller, and integrated hardware?
a. BIOS Chip
b. I/O system
c. Southbridge interface
d. Northbridge interface

19. SATA is a computer bus interface that connects host bus adapters to mass
storage devices such as hard disk drives, optical drives, and solid-state drives.
What does the acronym SATA stand for?
a. Serial AT Audio
b. Serial AT Artificial
c. Serial AT Application
d. Serial AT Attachment

20. Which of the following that refers to the communication of signals between an
information processing system (computer) and the outside world (people or another
information processing system) via serial ports or parallel ports?
a. I/O system
b. video system
c. cooling system
d. memory system

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 What’s In

Activity 2.1 Agree-Disagree Statement

Directions: Draw a  if you agree and  if you disagree with the statements. Use a
separate sheet for your answer.
__________ 1. Computer system case is also called a system case or computer
_
__________ chassis.
_ 2. Random Access Memory (RAM) is a type of storage medium that
permanently stores data on Personal Computers (PCs) and other
electronic devices.
__________ 3. The motherboard is a printed circuit board and foundation of a
_ computer that is the biggest board in a computer chassis.
__________ 4. A computer monitor is an input device that displays information in
_ pictorial form.
__________ 5. A keyboard is used to enter data into a computer or other device
_
Activity 2.2 Double Puzzle!

Directions: Unscramble each of the clue words. Copy the letters in the numbered
cells to other cells with the same number to complete the hidden statement below.

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Activity 2.3 Crossword Puzzle

Directions: Complete the crossword by filling in a word that fit s each clue.

ACROSS
4 contains a program or code.
9 used to attach Hard Disk Drive.
10 allows adding more functions such as sound card and TV tuner.

DOWN
1 allows you to modify the date and time.
2 is the brain of the computer.
3 where you connect preferred video card.
5 main printed circuit board of the computer.
6 where memory modules are located.
7 a small battery attached directly to the motherboard.
8 active cooling to keep CPU cool.

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 What’s New

Kindly answer the activities so that you can measure how much you have
already learned about the parts of the computer system case, internal system unit,
and motherboard.

Activity 2.4 Think It!

Directions: Write words that are related to the computer system case.

Activity 2.5 Anticipation Guide

Directions: Draw a () if you agree and () mark if you disagree with the
statements on the space provided. Use a separate sheet for your answer.

Before Statements After

1. Random Access Memory (RAM) is also called
permanent memory.
2. The system unit contains the CPU or
microprocessor, disk drives, memory, power
supply, sound card, video card, and cooling fan.
3. The two most important parts of the internal
system are microprocessor and power supply.
4. Read-Only Memory (ROM) stores the date,
calendar, and current time of the computer.
5. Solid State Drive (SSD) uses integrated circuit
assemblies as memory to store data while the
computer system is off.

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Activity 2.6 Identifying System Components

Directions: Identify the correct locations as labeled on the figure of the following
system components that you can install on the motherboard. Write the letter that
corresponds to its location on a separate sheet of paper.

System Components Locations

Microprocessor

Random Access Memory

Graphics Card

ATX 24-pin Connector

IDE Cable for HDD

Ethernet Card

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 What is It

Components of the Computer System Case

The computer case serves mainly as a way to physically mount and contain
all of the actual components inside of a computer, like a motherboard, hard
drive, optical drive, floppy disk drive, etc. They typically come bundled with a power
supply.

Computer System Case is the enclosure for all the interior components of a
computer. It has ports, drives, and connection on the external part of the case to
connect other devices and peripherals. It is also called the system case or computer

Components of a System Case

1. Drive bay – is a
standard-sized area for
adding hardware to a
computer.

2. Power supply – is an
electronic device that
supplies electric energy to
the computer.

3. Ports –refer to the

female part of the
connection that is used to
connect a monitor,
webcam, speakers, or other
peripherals devices.

4. Connector –is a wire

that joins electrical circuits
together. It can either be a
male (with pins) or female
(with holes).

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 Computer System Case (Front and Back)

The Internal System Unit

The computer is a collection of different devices connected to a central
processing unit (CPU). The system unit encloses and connect some of the hardware
components that make up the computer system.

The Two Most Important Parts of the Internal System

1. Microprocessor – is the one that

controls and processes data
information.

2. Memory Units or Random Access

Memory (RAM) – is inserted or
placed in a slot on the motherboard.

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 Inside the System Unit

The system unit in the main case of a computer. The system unit contains the CPU
or microprocessor, disk drives, memory, power supply, sound card, video card, and
cooling fan.

Parts of the Internal System Unit

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 Other Parts of the Internal System Unit

Three Kinds of Memory

1. RAM (Random Access Memory) is also called the main memory. Data and
programs are placed here while the CPU is processing them.

2. ROM (Read Only Memory) –stores important programs for example, to start
the computer. ROM information cannot be erased even when power is off.

3. CMOS – Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor) stores the date,

calendar, and current time of the computer. It powered by batteries.
Common Types of Internal Storage

1. Hard Disk Drive or HDD - is spanning data storage device used for storing
and retrieving digital information.
2. Solid State Drive - is a solid-state storage device that uses integrated circuit
assemblies as memory to store data while the computer system is off. It has
no moving (mechanical) components, unlike HDD.
Power Supply - provides power to the CPU, motherboard, hard disk, and
components inside the computer. It contains a transformer, voltage control, and a
cooling fan.
Video Card - also known as the graphic accelerator card or simply graphics card
its main function is to generate video and images to a display such as monitor.

Sound Card - is an internal computer expansion card that facilitates economical

input and output of audio signals to and from a computer under control of
computer programs.

Internal Buses - carry the data or information around different components in the
computer.
Types of buses

1. Internal Bus – is also called internal data bus, memory bus, system bus, or
Front-Side-Bus (FSB). It connects all the internal components of a computer
(such as CPU and memory) to the motherboard.
2. External Bus - connects the different external devices, expansion slots, I/O
ports, and drive connection to the computer. Accelerated Graphics Port
(AGP), Universal Serial Bus (USB), and FireWire are examples of the external
busses.

Cooling System - is needed to ensure that the processor chip is cooled to a level
that it operates efficiently.

Heat sink – is a metal component attached to the CPU with fins designed to
dissipate heat and therefore cool processor.

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Parts of the Motherboard

(Source: https://sites.google.com/site/websiteofchsg10/parts-of-motherboard)

Parts of the Motherboard

1. CPU
 Central processing unit or microprocessor
is the brain of the computer where most
calculation take place.
 The most common microprocessors are
either made by Intel Corporation or by
Advanced Micro Devices Incorporated
(AMD).

2. Fan and Heat Sink - is an electronic device

that incorporates a fan and an active cooling
solution to keep the CPU cool.

3. BIOS Chip - Basic Input/ Output System or

BIOS contains program or code that helps the
processor to interact and control the other
components in the computer like monitor,
printer, microphone, disc drives, sound card,
network cards, USB ports, hard drives, and

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 other peripheral devices.

4. I/O System - is the communication or signals between an information

processing system (computer) and the outside world (people or another
information processing system) via serial ports or parallel ports.

5. BUS/Expansion Slot - are PCI slots that allow you to add other functions
in the computer like modem, Ethernet card, sound card, and other add-in
cards.

6. CMOS Storage Chip - allows you to modify the date, time and sets the
loading procedure when the computer starts. CMOS Setup allows you to
activate or deactivate different hardware components that are connected to
the computer such as video card, sound card, USB, and other ports.

7. CMOS Backup Battery - is a small battery

attached directly to the motherboard that
maintains the time, date, hard disk, and
other configuration settings in the CMOS
memory.

8. Northbridge Interface - connects the CPU to

the RAM, level 2 cache, the PCI video card,
express bus, Ethernet, Memory bus, and
Front-side bus (FSB).

9. Southbridge Interface - handles all the

inputs and outputs to the many devices
connected to the computer. It coordinates the
flow of data between the CPU and peripherals
and holds the PC express, PCI, USB, SATA,
BIOS, and I/O devices like keyboard, mouse,
USB, audio, video, etc.

10. IDE Disk Drive Connection - IDE or ATA is

used to connect hard disk drives, CD-ROM
drives, and similar peripherals

11. SATA Port Connection - serial ATA or SATA

is a single cable with a minimum of four
wires creates a point-to-point connection
between devices.

12. Memory Slots - allow computer

memory (RAM) chip/stick to be inserted into
the computer. Examples: DDR1, DDR2,
DDR3, and DRAM

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13. Video Card Slots - used to connect preferred video card that shows the
output display of the computer to the monitor.

14. Power Connectors and Cables

Power Connectors are attached to the power supply to give power the
motherboard and the other components.

Wires and Cables - to carry data or information to various parts of the

computer system.

15. Back Panel Connectors - are plugs and

ports used to connect to the external
elements and are located at the back of the
computer case. These are connectors for
external components like keyboard, mouse,
monitor, speakers, printer, scanner, etc.

16. Front Panel Connectors - are used to

connect to the external elements and are
located in front of the computer case such
as power and reset buttons, audio
connectors (earphone and microphone), USB
connectors, and optical drive.

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 What’s More

Activity 2.7 Think More!

Directions: Identify the following components of a system case and give its
functions and uses. Use a separate sheet for your answer.

COMPONENTS ANSWER
Name:

Functions/Uses:

1.
Name:

Functions/Uses:

2.

Name:

Functions/Uses:

3.

Name:

Functions/Uses:

4.

Name

Functions/Uses:

5.

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Activity 2.8 Naming Ports

Directions: Name the following ports labeled on the figure. Use a separate sheet for
your answer.

1. _______________________________

2. _______________________________

3. _______________________________

4. _______________________________

5. _______________________________

6. _______________________________

7. _______________________________

8. _______________________________

9. _______________________________

10. _______________________________

Activity 2.9 Identifying Connectors and Cables

Directions: Identify the following connectors and cables, and parts of a

motherboard.
Connectors, Cables, and
Parts of the Name
Motherboard

1.

2.

3.

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4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

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 What I Have Learned

Activity 2.10 Identifying Parts of the Motherboard

Directions: Identify the parts of the motherboard. Use a separate sheet for your
answer.

1. __________________________________ 6. _______________________________
2. __________________________________ 7. _______________________________
3. __________________________________ 8. __________________________________
4. __________________________________ 9. __________________________________
5. __________________________________ 10.__________________________________

Activity 2.11 True-False Statement

Directions: Write T if the statement is true and F if is false. Use a separate sheet
for your answer.
___1. RAM is also called the main memory that temporarily stores the running
program.
___2. Heat sink is a metal component attached to the RAM with fins designed to
dissipate heat and therefore cool the processor.
___3. CMOS means Common Metal Oxide Semiconductor that stores date, time and
configuration settings.
___4. Sockets carry the data or information around different components in the
computer.
___5. Video card is installed to improve the quality and speed in which images are
displayed.
___6. The CMOS is directly connected to the motherboard through a slot also called
socket.
___7. Sound card is an internal computer expansion card.
___8. The CMOS is directly connected to the motherboard through a slot also called
socket.
___8. The RAM retains information when power is turned off.
___9. ROM is type of non-volatile memory.
___10. HDD is a storage device that uses integrated circuit assemblies as memory
to store data while the computer system is off.

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 What I Can Do

Activity 2.12 Identifying Internal Parts

Directions: Identify the following internal parts of the system unit as labeled on
the figure. Write the letter to the correct answer on the box. Use a separate sheet
for your answer.

1. Power Supply 6. ATX 24-pin Connector

2. Cooling Fan 7. Ports

3. Sound Card 8. Graphics Card

4. Hard Disk Drive (HDD) 9. Motherboard

5. Microprocessor 10. Memory

Activity 2.13 Think It!

Now its time to apply your knowledge in real-life situations. Answer the following
questions.

1. Can you cite ways on how you can take care of your computer system case?
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________

2. Why do you need a computer case or chassis for your hardware components
and other devices?
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________

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3. Why is it important to understand the parts of the internal system unit?
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________

4. What will you do if after installing both the IDE hard drive and optical drive
you have noticed that only one drive is working?
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________

5. As CSS student, how does understanding of components of motherboard

helpful in your field?
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________

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 Assessment

Multiple Choice. Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a
separate sheet of paper.
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Use a separate sheet for your
answer.

1. The computer system case is the enclosure for all the interior components of the
computer. What is the main function of the system case?
a. It is where most calculation takes place.
b. Controls and processes data information.
c. Stores most of the programs, data, and information.
d. Holds all the components together and protect the sensitive electronic
parts of the computer hardware.
2. Which refers to the female part of the connection that is used to connect other
peripheral devices?
a. ports
b. IDE
c. memory slots
d. slots connectors

For questions 3-4, refer to the figure as shown.

3. Computer peripherals are connected using data cables to the

ports at the back of the system unit. Which port is used for a
printer?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4
4. A computer keyboard is an input device used to enter
characters and functions into the computer system by
pressing buttons or keys. Which port is used to connect the
keyboard?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

For questions 5-6 refer to the figure below.

5. A USB port on a computer is a small port that allows a

variety of USB compatible devices to be connected to it.
Where is the USB port located?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

6. An audio port on a computer is any receptacle or jack to

which an audio device such as speakers, headphones or
a microphone can be connected. Where is the audio port
located?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

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7. What is typically the determining factor for the size of the computer case?
a. Motherboard
b. Hard disk drive
c. Amount of memory
d. Number of peripheral devices

8. The RAM is the primary storage for data and programs that are currently being
processed. Why is it oftentimes referred to as the temporary storage?
a. Because it stores most of the programs on the computer.
b. Because it transmits signals to the input and output system.
c. Because it easily deletes the information/data on the computer.
d. Because its contents are lost when electrical power to the computer is
turned off.

9. Which of the following that stores important programs and information cannot
be erased even when power is off?
a. RAM
b. ROM
c. CMOS
d. Storage Cell

10. A video card is also known as the graphics accelerator or simply graphics card.
What is the main function of the video card?
a. Generate date stored.
b. Generate sound and graphics.
c. Generate information processed.
d. Generate video and images to a display.

11. What is the main function of the power supply?

a. Booting the computer
b. Protect the computer from power surge
c. Transfer data across the many parts in the computer
d. Convert power from alternating current to direct current

12. Buses carry the data or information around different components in the
computer. What type of buses connects the components of a computer such as
CPU and memory to the motherboard?
a. Back bus
b. Front bus
c. Internal bus
d. External bus

13. Which drive uses integrated circuit assemblies as memory to store data and
considered as the fastest internal drive of the computer?
a. CD Drive
b. DVD Drive
c. Solid State Drive (SSD)
d. Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

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14. Which statement best describes the function of the cooling system of the
computer?
a. It carries the data or information around different components in the
computer.
b. It ensures that the processor chip is cooled to a level that it operates
efficiently.
c. It provides power to the CPU, motherboard, hard disk, and components
inside the computer.
d. A metal component attached to the CPU with fins designed to dissipate
heat and therefore cool processor.

15. Which of the following is a function of CMOS Storage Chip?

a. It does the boot process before the operating system works.
b. It helps the processor to interact and control other components.
c. It handles all the inputs and outputs to the many devices connected.
d. It allows us to modify the date, time, and sets the loading procedure
when the computer starts.

16. A memory module is a circuit board that contains DRAM integrated circuits.
Where is it located on the motherboard?
a. Memory slots
b. CMOS storage chip
c. BUS/expansion slot
d. Southbridge interface

17. What portion of the motherboard that allows you to connect external devices,
such as your monitor, speakers, keyboard, and mouse?
a. PCI Slot
b. Memory Slot
c. Back panel connectors
d. Front panel connectors

18. Which is a chip on the motherboard that connects the CPU to the RAM, level 2
cache, the PCI video card, express bus, Ethernet, memory bus, and Front-side
bus (FSB)?
a. I/O system
b. BIOS Chip
b. Southbridge interface
d. Northbridge interface

19. CMOS backup battery is a small battery attached directly to the motherboard.
Which statement best describes its function?
a. It provides power to the CPU, motherboard, hard disk, and components
inside the computer.
b. It provides power to the cooling system to prevent the processor to
overheat.
c. It provides power to the ROM memory to maintain the configuration
settings of the Input/Output devices.
d. It provides power to the CMOS memory to maintain the time, date,
hard disk, and other configuration settings.

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20. Serial advanced technology attachment (SATA) is a single cable with a
minimum of four wires that creates a point-to-point connection between
devices. How does SATA cable works?
a. It allows you to add other functions to the computer.
b. Transfers data to a computer using serial signaling technology.
c. Transfers data to a computer using parallel signaling technology.
d. Handles all the inputs and outputs to the many devices connected to
the computer.

Additional Activities

A. Directions: Name the following parts of the front panel of the system case as
shown on the figure. Use a separate sheet for your answer.

1. _______________________________
2. _______________________________
3. _______________________________
4. _______________________________
5. _______________________________

B. Directions: Identify the following internal parts of the system unit to its
particular location in the motherboard as labeled on the figure. Write the letter
only on a separate sheet of paper.

C. Directions: Research about the different types of motherboard.

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What's More What's More
Activity 2.9 Activity 2.7
1. Power Cable 1. Drive bay – is a
2. VGA Port standard-size area for
3. ATX 24-pin Connector adding hardware to a
4. Molex Male Connector computer.
5. Ethernet Connector 2. Power supply – is an
6. SATA Cable electronic device that
7. BIOS Chip supplies electric energy
8. 3.5mm Jack for to the computer.
Speaker 3. Ports –refer to the
9. Fan and Heatsink female part of
10. PS/2 Connector connection that are
used to connect
devices.
4. Connector –is a wire
that joins electrical
circuits together.
5. Expansion Slot – is a
socket on the
motherboard that is
20. A 20. C
used to insert
19. D 19. B
an expansion card (or
18. B 18. C
circuit board).
17. C 17. A
Activity 2.8
16. A 16. D
1. Power Connector
15. D 15. A
2. PS/2 Mouse
14. B 14. B
3. PS/2 Keyboard
13. C 13. C
4. DVI
12. C 12. B
5. Parallel Port
11. C 11. D
6. VGA
10. D 10. C
7. USB
9. B 9. D
8. Speaker
8. D 8. C
9. Microphone
7. A 7. D
10. Audio-in
6. B 6. B
5. C 5. C
4. B 4. D
3. C 3. A
2. A 2. C
1. D 1. B
Assessment What I Know
Answer Key
References

Learning Material
 Milambiling, Owen. Computer Hardware Servicing 9 Learner’s Materials.
Department of Education-Instructional Materials Council Secretariat
(DepEd-IMCS), 2013.

Textbook
 Jemma Development Group. Understanding PC Hardware. Jemma Inc, 2017.

Online Resources:
 Fisher, Tim. “What is a Computer Case”. Last modified February 19, 2020.
https://www.lifewire.com/what-is-a-computer-case-2618149
 Computer Hope. “Chassis”. Last modified December 29, 2017.
https://www.computerhope.com/jargon/c/chassis.htm
 Brady, Will and Elkner, Jeffrey. “Internal Computer Hardware”. Last
modified 2017.
http://openbookproject.net/courses/intro2ict/hardware/internal.html
 Johnson, Helen. “Components of the System Unit”. Last modified November
18, 2016. https://www.quora.com/What-are-the-components-of-a-system-
unit
 Kamau, Patrick. “Parts of a Motherboard and their Function”. Last modified
January 8, 2020. https://turbofuture.com/computers/the-motherboard-
components
 Lope, Pejie. “Parts of the Motherboard”. Last modified March 14, 2017.
https://sites.google.com/site/websiteofchsg10/parts-of-motherboard
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http://www.buildcomputers.net/motherboard-components.html

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