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Computer
Systems
Servicing NC II
Quarter 1 – Module 5:
Multimedia Storage Devices,
Sound/Video Cards and GUI
Computer Systems Servicing NC II – Grade 11
Quarter 1- Module 5: Multimedia Storage Devices, Sound/ Video Cards and GUI

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Computer Systems Servicing NC II - Grade 11
Quarter 1- Module 5: Multimedia Storage Devices, Sound/ Video Cards and GUI

I. Introduction
Every computer is accompanied with a storage device that may be internal or an external one.
They can virtually store all the software resources utilized by an end user. Aside from storage devices,
expansion cards such as Sound Cards and Video Cards offers extended functionalities for the computer
as well. To utilize them and other software resources in your computer, you can navigate and manipulate
them using the Graphical User Interface (GUI).

This module will give you an in-depth explanation of Multimedia Storage Devices, Sound
Cards, Video Cards and GUI.

II. Objectives
Learning Competency: LO 1. Assemble Computer Hardware
• Recognize the differences between primary and secondary storage devices (TLE_IACSS9-
12ICCS-Ia-e-28)
• Identify the different multimedia storage devices (TLE_IACSS9-12ICCS-Ia-e-28)
• Distinguish correctly the functions of multimedia storage devices (TLE_IACSS9-12ICCS-Ia-
e-28)
• Determine the use of video and sound card ports and connections (TLE_IACSS9-12ICCS-Ia-
e-28)
• Examine the Parts of a Graphical User Interface (GUI) (TLE_IACSS9-12ICCS-Ia-e-28)
• Apply troubleshooting in dealing with Video Cards and Sound Cards (TLE_IACSS9-12ICCS-
Ia-e-28)

III.
Vocabulary List
For better understanding of the lesson , here is the list of words and their meanings. Read
and understand them carefully.

• Cache
quick memory access area kept back on computer's primary memory or any storage device
• Caching
process of storing data in a cache
• Central Processing Unit (CPU)
known as the brain of the computer
• Device Manager
control panel that allows a user to view the hardware information resources of a computer.

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• Expansion Slot
insertion slots in a motherboard for extended features
• Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EPROM)
programmable read-only memory (PROM) chip that is capable of saving the data even when
the power is off.
• Flash Memory Storage Devices
retains data for an extended period of time, regardless of whether a flash-equipped device is
powered on or off.
• Graphical User Interface (GUI)
interactive visual components of a specific application
• Icon
small illustration that embodies a huge program
• Interactive
two- way communication between the computer and the end user
• Magnetic Storage Devices
magnetized medium type of storage devices
• Multimedia
any file in a form of audio, video, text and other forms
• Non- Volatile
stores data even if the power switches off
• Online or Cloud Storage
cloud computing storage type where data is accessed from online servers
• Optical Storage Devices
uses low-power laser beam to record and retrieve data
• Overwritten
existing data has been written with a new information
• Primary Storage Devices
capable of storing devices for a long period of time
• Programmable Read-Only Memory (PROM)
a memory chip that can be programmed once after it is coded
• Random-Access Memory (RAM)
known as the short-term memory
• Read-Only Memory (ROM)
a type of non-volatile memory used in computers and other electronic devices
• Secondary Storage Devices
stores data for a long period of time unless deleted
• Sound Card
expansion card that sends audio input and output signals to and from a device
• Video Card
expansion card that sends video input and output signals to and from a device
• Volatile
requires power while storing the data

Source: https://searchstorage.techtarget.com/definition/flash-memory
https://www.britannica.com/technology/optical-storage
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Read-only_memory

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IV.
Pre-Test
TRUE OR FALSE
Directions: Read each sentence carefully. In a ¼ sheet of paper, write TRUE if the statement is correct
and FALSE if otherwise. DO NOT WRITE ANYTHING IN THIS MODULE.

1. Various information can be stored in internal or external storage devices for a short or a long period
of time.

2. An 8GB thumb drive or flash drive is an example of an internal multimedia storage device.

3. Video cards are expansion cards for sending audio input and output signals to the computer.

4. Sound cards have different connections for producing sound on a computer.

5. Graphical User Interface (GUI) helps the user to navigate and send instructions to the computer by
using mouse and keyboard functions.

V.
Learning Activities
Learning Activity 1: Hit that Board!: The Rules of Darts
In the previous module, you have learned the parts and functions of a motherboard in the
entirety of a computer system. Moreover, you were able to familiarize yourself as to how the
Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) affects the performance and settings of your
computer.

This time, you will begin another learning journey. Brace yourself and get ready to take another
flight to the succeeding concepts of computer systems.

Let me take you to the first activity of this module.

Mechanics of the Activity:

You are provided with three darts hitting three different colors of the board.
Each dart symbolizes one idea you know about Storage Devices. It could be any of the
following:

✓ Device Name, Model, Manufacturer and Storage Capacity

✓ Device Characteristics and Functionalities
✓ Your personal experience when you have tried using them.

Copy the dartboard illustration in your data notebook and write your answers inside each
targeted colored circle where the darts are pinned.
Please take note that your answers must be written in a complete thought.

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 The Rules of Darts

Learning Activity 2. The Color Codes: Knowing My Sound Card

The previous task allowed you to write and share your ideas about Storage Devices using 3
darts hitting one board. You were able to explore your mind and think of the things you know about
them.
This time, let’s check how well you know Sound Card and its connections. In order to do so,
here is the second activity you need to complete.

Mechanics of the Activity:

You are given a picture of Sound Card audio ports and the different devices connected to it
namely: Headphone, Speaker, Microphone, CD Player and Joystick.
Pick the correct device to be paired and connected in each audio port.
Choose from the selection of images inside the container box. Copy the names only.
Write your answers in your data notebook and use the format below for easy checking.
(Color: Device Name)

Source: Computer Hope. (2018a, November 13). Back of a Sound Card [Photograph]. Computer Hope Free Computer Help since
1998. https://www.computerhope.com/jargon/s/souncard.htm

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 Sources: Beats by Dr. Dre EP Wired On-Ear Headphones - Black (Renewed). (n.d.). [Photograph]. Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/Beats-Dr-Wired-Ear-Headphones/dp/B01MTOM5N1

Discount, R. D. (2020, July 10). Logitech Z333 2.1 - Datora skaļruņi / Skandu komplekts 40W RMS [Photograph]. Nocenotanoliktava.Lv.
https://www.nocenotanoliktava.lv/veikals/elektrotehnika/audio-tehnika/muzikas-aparaturas-un-aprikojums/logitech-z333-2-1-datora-
skalruni-skandu-komplekts-40w-rms/

Professional Dynamic Cardioid Vocal Wired Microphone with XLR Cable (19’ XLR-to-1/4 Cable), MAONO-K04 Metal Cord Mic Plug and Play for Stage,
Performance, Karaoke (1Pack). (n.d.). [Photograph]. Desertcart. https://cambodia.desertcart.com/products/82787221-professional-dynamic-cardioid-vocal-
wired-microphone-with-xlr-cable-19-xlr-to-1-4-cable-maono-k04-metal-cord-mic-plug-and-play-for-stage-performance-karaoke-1pack

TEAC | PD-301-X. (n.d.). [Photograph]. TEAC. https://www.teac-audio.eu/en/products/pd-301-x-155455.html

Learning Activity 3. Examining Video Cards
The
Wiredprevious task
Gaming Controller, gave
PC Game youJoystick
Controller a chance to identify
with Dual-Vibration Turbo and the
Triggerdifferent ports of PS3/
Buttons for Windows/Android/ a Sound Card
TV Box (Grey) and the
Roll over
image to zoom in Wired Gaming Controller, PC Game Controller Joystick with Dual-Vibration Turbo and Trigger Buttons for Windows/Android/ PS3/ TV
devices connected to[Photograph].
Box (Grey). (n.d.). it. YouAmazon.
werehttps://www.amazon.com/Controller-Joystick-Dual-Vibration-Trigger-Buttons/dp/B082XPH44N
able to use the color codes to identify their exact connections.

This time, you will be given another task to improve your learning about the various hardware
components of a computer. Here is the third activity.

Mechanics of the Activity:

Given below are pictures of video cards.

Take a look at each one and inspect their parts.
Read the Guide Questions. Write your answers in your data notebook.

Source : Computer Hope. (2019e, December 30). How do I remove an expansion Source: ATI Radeon 9800 Pro. (n.d.). [Photograph]. Audiofanzine.
card in my computer? [Photograph]. Computer Hope Free Computer Help since https://en.audiofanzine.com/video-card/ati/Radeon-9800-
1998. https://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch001506.htm Pro/?utm_medium=link&utm_source=audiofanzine&utm_campaign=netting&ut
m_content=product&utm_term=radeon%209800pro

Guide Questions:
1. Using one to two sentences, describe the physical appearance of the video cards.
2. What could be their functions inside a computer?
3. How many ports/connection systems can you find from each one?
4. What could be the examples of devices connected to these ports?

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 |Multimedia Storage Devices|

Did you know that a user can store a variety of data and information on multimedia storage
devices?
Oh wait, no idea about Multimedia Storage Devices? Haven’t encountered one yet? Well,
that’s totally fine! Put down all your worries! Because today, I will let you join Ms. Rodelas’ CSS
class. Read how she explains everything. Do not forget to have fun while in class!

Source: Comics, P. (n.d.-d). Pixton Comics [Comic Illustrations]. Pixton Edu. https://app.pixton.com/#/

As told by Miss Rodelas, you will be provided with more pictures and further explanations in
the following pages of this module. You can have your data notebook and take down notes for easy
remembering. You can also search and watch Youtube videos about Multimedia Storage Devices to
enrich your learning experience. Perhaps you can explore your gadgets or computers if these devices
are available in your home. Do not just read, try to explore all possibilities!

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  Primary Storage Devices 
✓Primary Storage Devices can store and retrieve data, as they are feed into it. The memory of a
computer is the most important component of Central Processing Unit (CPU).
Examples:
It is a computer It retains data for 10
memory chip that to 20 years and
can be programmed reprogrammed if
once after it is needed, but
created. Once the otherwise does not
PROM is accept or save any
Figure 1: Random - Access Memory Figure 2: Read- Only Memory (ROM)
(RAM) Source: Instructables. (2017, October 20).
programmed, new data. The data
Source: Clark, J. (2017, July 10). Cache
Memory [Photograph]. Computer Business
How to Install RAM in a Laptop PC (Asus information written can be erased and
G60-JX) [Photograph]. Instructables.
Review. https://www.cbronline.com/what-
is/what-is-cache-memory-4930080/#2
https://www.instructables.com/id/How-to- is permanent and reprogrammed using
install-RAM-in-a-laptop-PC-Asus-G60-JX/
cannot be erased or ultraviolet (UV)
It serves as the short- It stores the BIOS deleted (Computer light (Computer
term memory. It program. ROM is a Hope, 2018 Hope, 2018
temporarily stores non-volatile storage
everything that runs medium, which
on your computer. A means it does not
RAM chip is require a constant
volatile, which source of power to
means it loses any retain all of the
information it is information stored Figure 3: Programmable Read Only Figure 4: Erasable Programmable
holding when the on it (Computer Memory (PROM) Read Only Memory (EPROM)
Source: Elprocus. (2020, May 29). Source: Elprocus. (2020, May 29). Erasable
power is turned off Hope, 2019). Programmable Read Only Memory Programmable Read Only Memory
[Photograph]. ElProCus - Electronic Projects [Photograph]. ElProCus - Electronic Projects
(Martindale,2020). for Engineering Students. for Engineering Students.
https://www.elprocus.com/different-types-of- https://www.elprocus.com/different-types-of-
memory-modules-used-embedded-system/ memory-modules-used-embedded-system/

Source: https://www.computerhope.com/jargon/p/progrrom.htm
https://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch001361.htm

Another primary memory

example is Cache. Cache, or CPU Points to Remember ✓
memory, serves as a high-speed All of these terms may seem like a lot
memory access area reserved on to learn and you may have the
your computer's main memory or thinking that computers are
impossible to understand, but don't let
storage device (Computer Hope, yourself become overwhelmed. When
Figure 5: Cache Memory 2017) many people hear the term 'primary
Source: Clark, J. (2017, July 10). Cache
Memory [Photograph]. Computer Business
storage,' they think of the hard drive
Review. https://www.cbronline.com/what- on the computer But primary storage
is/what-is-cache-memory-4930080/#2
is actually where the data you are
Cache Memory is a special very high-speed memory. actively using is being stored. In
This cache memory stores data or instructions that the CPU other words, whatever you are
working on at the moment is being
is likely to use in the immediate future. Because this prevents held in primary storage. ( Stanley, L.
the CPU from having to wait, this is why caching is used to n.d.).
increase read performance (Computer Hope, 2017).
Source: https://www.computerhope.com/jargon/p/progrrom.htm
https://ecomputernotes.com/fundamental/input-output-and-memory/eprom
https://www.techwalla.com/articles/examples-of-primary-storage-devices
https://study.com/academy/lesson/what-is-primary-storage-definition-devices-types.html
https://www.enterprisestorageforum.com/storage-hardware/guide-to-cache-memory.html

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  Secondary Storage Devices  Did You
Know?
✓ It is a storage that's separate from the computer itself, where
software and data can be stored on a permanent basis. Secondary
Storage Devices
✓Secondary storage is necessary because memory, or primary are commonly
storage, loses its data when a computer is turned off whereas known as non-
volatile storage.
secondary storage does not. (Masloff, J. (n.d.) The data on it
stays in the
Below is a table showing examples of the different Secondary
device except for
Storage Devices. cases when the
user removes it

Table 1: Secondary Storage Devices

Magnetic Storage Optical Storage Flash Memory Online and Cloud Storage
Devices Devices Storage Devices Devices

(uses a magnetized (uses low-power (uses non- (uses cloud computing model in
medium) laser beam to volatile memory which data is stored on remote
record and retrieve chip to transfer servers accessed from
data) data) the internet)
Floppy Diskette Compact Disc (CD) Memory Card Cloud Storage
Hard Drive Digital Versatile Solid State Network Media
Disc (DVD) Drive
Tape Drive USB flash drives
or thumb drives
Magnetic Storage Devices

Flash Memory Storage Devices

Figure 6: Floppy Diskette Figure 7: Hard Disk Drive Figure 8: Tape Drive
Source: Clark, J. (2017, July Source: Preimesberger, C. (2012, Source: IBM. IBM TS2280
Jowitt, T. (2019, November 5). December 4). Toshiba Increases Tape Drive - Overview - United
Tales In Tech History: The Floppy Hard Disk Drive Capacity To 4TB States. (n.d.). [Photograph].
Disk [Photograph]. Silicon UK. [Photograph]. Silicon UK. IBM. https://www.ibm.com/us-
https://www.silicon.co.uk/data- https://www.silicon.co.uk/workspa en/marketplace/ts2280
storage/storage/tales-tech-history- ce/toshiba-disk-drive-100876
floppy-disk-209049

Optical Storage Devices

Figure 9: Compact Disc (CD) Figure 10: Digital Versatile
Disc (DVD)
Source: Rouse, M. (2017, April Source: WindowsReport. (2020,
25). compact disc (CD) January 9). CD-ROM not working
[Photograph]. SearchStorage. in Windows 10 [SOLVED]
https://searchstorage.techtarget.co [Photograph]. Windows Report |
m/definition/compact-disc Error-Free Tech Life.
https://windowsreport.com/cd-
rom-not-working-windows-10/
Cloud Storage Devices
Figure 11: Memory Card Figure 12: Solid State Drive Figure 13: USB Flash Drive
Source: Western Digital Store - Source: Team, P. I. T. (2020, Source: Wikipedia contributors.
US. (n.d.). SanDisk Extreme PRO® February 20). How to move (2020a, July 9). USB flash drive
SDHCTM And SDXCTM UHS-I Windows 10 from your old hard [Photograph]. Wikipedia.
Card [Photograph]. Western Digital drive to SSD [Photograph]. IT PRO. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USB_
Store. https://www.itpro.co.uk/operating- flash_drive
https://shop.westerndigital.com/pro systems/26152/how-to-move-
ducts/memory-cards/sandisk- windows-10-from-your-old-hard-
extreme-pro-uhs-i-sd drive-to-ssd
Figure 14: Cloud Storage
Source: Wouk, K. (2019, January 21). The Best Cloud Storage for
Your Buck in 2019 [Illustration]. Wikipedia.
https://www.maketecheasier.com/best-cloud-storage/

Source: https://study.com/academy/lesson/secondary-storage-definition-technology-devices.html
https://teachcomputerscience.com/storage-devices/

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 |Video Cards | Sound Cards|

REMEMBER THIS✓
A motherboard has expansion slots that can extend the computer's functionality, like
a video card or a sound card.
The expansion card is plugged directly into the expansion port so that the
motherboard has direct access to the hardware. However, since all computers have a limited
number of expansion slots, it's important to open your computer and check what's available
before you buy one.

 Video Cards 

The video card is an expansion card that

allows the computer to send graphical information to
a video display device such as a monitor, TV, or
projector.
A video card is a piece of computer
hardware that's rectangular in shape with numerous
contacts on the bottom of the card and one or more
Figure 15: Video Card ports on the side for connection to video displays and
Source: Computer Hope. (2019d, November 16). What is a Video Card?
[Photograph]. Computer Hope Free Computer Help since 1998.
other devices (Fisher, 2019).
https://www.computerhope.com/jargon/v/video-card.htm

What Video Card Do I Have?

✓In Windows, the easiest way to see what video card you have is to use Device Manager. You
can find the video card listed under the Display adapters section.
✓Opening the computer case is another option, allowing you to see for yourself what video card
is installed. Do this if you plan to replace the video card, but identifying information about it is
best done through the mentioned above (Fisher, 2019).
How to Install or Update Video Card?
✓If you know what video card driver you need, you can go directly to the manufacturer's
website and manually download it. This is the best way to get drivers because you can be
confident that the driver is stable and doesn't contain any malware.

✓If you don't know the specific video card driver that you need, or if you'd rather not
download and install the driver manually, you can use a free program to automatically detect
the driver you need and even download it for you (Fisher, 2019).
Parts of a Video Cards
Digital Video Interface (DVI) –connects a digital flat panel LCD monitor or projector
S- Video - uses a round connector interface, and cable for TV or other display devices and
generates a better picture.
VGA- capable of lower resolutions and a lower quality display on screens (Fisher, 2019).
Source: https://www.lifewire.com/expansion-slot-2625870
https://www.lifewire.com/what-is-a-video-card-2618161
https://www.computerhope.com/jargon/v/video-card

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  Sound Card 
Getting to Know It!

✓The sound card is an expansion card that allows the computer to send audio information to an
audio device, like speakers, a pair of headphones, etc.

✓Unlike the CPU and RAM, the sound card isn't a necessary piece of hardware required to make
a computer work (Fisher, 2019).

A sound card is rectangular piece of hardware

with numerous contacts on the bottom of the card and
multiple ports on the side for connection to audio
devices, such as speakers or headphones.

Alternatively referred to as an audio output

device, sound board, or audio card. The sound card
installs in a PCI or PCIe slot on the motherboard for
Figure 17: Sound Card
Source: O. (2005, April 11). Creative Sound Blaster Live! 5.1 SB0220 producing sound on a computer (Fisher, 2019).
5.1 Channels 16-bit 48KHz PCI Interface Sound Card [Photograph]. ©
2000-2020 Newegg Inc. https://www.newegg.com/creative-sound-
blaster-live-5-1-sb0220/p/N82E16829102173 Source: https://www.lifewire.com/what-is-a-sound-card-2618160

Sound Card Connections

✓Digital Out (white or yellow): used with surround sound or loudspeakers.

✓Sound in or line in (blue): used for external audio sources

✓Microphone or Mic (pink): used for a microphone or headphones.

✓Sound out or line out (green): used for primary sound connection of speakers or headphones.
It has a second (black) and third (orange) sound out connector.

✓MIDI or joystick (15 pin yellow connector): used in earlier sound cards to connect MIDI
keyboard or joystick. Source: https://www.computerhope.com/jargon/s/souncard.htm

|Graphical User Interface (GUI)|

A Graphical User Interface (GUI) is a system of

interactive visual components of software. It displays
objects that convey information and represent actions
taken by the user. Objects change color, size, or visibility
when the user interacts with them (Computer Hope, 2018).
2018)(Fishe
How Does a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Works?
Works?
It uses windows, icons, and menus to carry out
commands, such as opening, deleting, and moving files.
Figure 18: Windows 7 Graphical User Interface
Source: Computer Hope. (2019d, November 16). What is a GUI
Although a GUI operating system is primarily navigated
(Graphical User Interface)? [Screenshot]. Computer Hop Free Computer using a mouse, a keyboard can also be used via keyboard
Help since 1998. https://www.computerhope.com/jargon/g/gui.htm
shortcuts or the arrow keys. (Computer Hope, 2018).
Source: https://www.computerhope.com/jargon/g/gui.htm

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VI. Practice Tasks
Let’s check your learning ✓
Practice Task 1: Ready, Set and Spin!: The Wheel Of Learning

Task Mechanics:

Below is an image of a Random Picker Spinning Wheel with five colored sections.
The red section is labeled as “3 Best Interesting Ideas”. The purple section is labeled
as “3 Things I want to know more”. The pink section is labeled as “3 Things I
learned”. The Blue green section is labeled as “3 Questions I have” and the Yellow
section is labeled as “3 realizations I had”.
Select one section from this spinning wheel and reflect on them. Your answers must be
stated in complete thoughts.
Write them in your data notebook and share your thoughts with your family members!

Practice Task 2: Specifications Review: The Storage Devices

Task Mechanics:
Given below are pictures of different storage devices (USB Flash Drive/Thumb Drive, Hard
Disk Drive and a Rewritable Compact Disc Drive.
Take a look at each one and inspect its indicated specifications.
Identify the Manufacturer or Model, Storage Capacity and Description for each device.
Follow the given format below. Write your answers in your data notebook.

Device Type: ___________________________________________________

Manufacturer or Model: ___________________________________________________

Storage Capacity: ___________________________________________________

Description: ___________________________________________________

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 Source: Western Digital 2TB Caviar Green Power Hard Source: Sony (CD-R & CD-RW). (2017, July 21).
Source: Kingston DataTraveler DT100G3 128GB [Photograph]. Gough’s Tech Zone.
Drive. (2009, April 8). [Photograph]. HotHardware.
USB 3.0 Flash Drive (Black). (n.d.). [Photograph]. https://goughlui.com/the-optical-disc-corner/sony-
Amazon. https://www.amazon.in/Kingston- cd-r-cd-rw/
DataTraveler-DT100G3-128GB- https://hothardware.com/reviews/western-digital-2tb-
Flash/dp/B016BEPP9O caviar-green-power-hard-drive

Practice Task 3: Finding Elements: What’s with my GUI?

Task Mechanics:
Given here are screenshots of two different Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs).
The first one is the Internet Download Manager (IDM) and the second one is a the SMADV
antivirus software.
Study them and try to identify the different visual elements you can find in both pictures.
Answer the Guide Questions below. Write them in your data notebook.

Task Mechanics:

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Guide Questions:

1. What are the different visual elements you found from these two?
2. What are the advantages of Graphical User Interface (GUI) specially for beginner users?
3. As a CSS student, how are you going to improve your skill in using GUIs

VII. Post- Test

A. MATCHING TYPE
Directions: Read each sentence carefully. Choose the correct answer (letter and word) to the questions
in Column A from the choices in Column B. Write them in a ¼ sheet of paper. DO NOT WRITE
ANYTHING IN THIS MODULE.

Column A. Column B.
1.Any hardware capable of saving, keeping and retrieving A. Cache Memory
electronic data temporarily or permanently B. Digital Out
2.Non- volatile device that holds data until it is deleted or C. Digital Video
overwritten. Interface
D. Graphical User
3. Store and retrieve data, as they are feed into it. Interface (GUI)
E. Microphone or
4. Stores data or instructions that the CPU is likely to use in the
Mic
immediate future
F. Multimedia
5. Expansion card that allows the computer to send graphical Storage Devices
information to a video display device G. Primary Storage
Devices
6 Connects a digital flat panel LCD monitor or projector to
H. Secondary
the card.
Storage Devices
7. Expansion card that allows the computer to send audio
I. Sound Card
information to an audio device like speakers, a pair of
J. Sound -in or
headphones, etc.
Line In
8. Sound Card port used for surround sound or loudspeakers. K. Sound- out or
line-out
9. Sound Card port used for external audio sources L. Video Card
10. A Graphical User Interface (GUI) uses windows, icons, and
menus to carry out commands, such as opening, deleting, and
moving files.

VIII. Assignment/Additional Activities

A. Directions: Below are scenarios associated to Sound and Video Card ports or connections.
Analyze them and answer the Guide Questions that follow. Write your answers in your data
notebook. DO NOT WRITE ANYTHING IN THIS MODULE.

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 1. When you connected your functional speaker to your desktop computer, no sound came
out. You immediately checked the volume of your computer and found out that it is good.
2. You replaced your old monitor with a new model. When the computer was turned on, it
has no display at all. You instantly checked the power cord and found out that it has no
problem.

Guide Questions:
1. What conclusions can you make based on what was stated in first scenario?
2. What conclusions can you make based on what was stated in second scenario?
3. How are you going to fix the problems addressed in both situations?

B. Answer the following questions and write them in your data notebook. You can surf the
internet, borrow notes, browse old notes from previous CSS students and other means.

Guide Questions:
1. What is a bootable device?
2. What are the steps in creating portable bootable device using USB flash drives using
RUFUS application?

IX.
Answer Key
.
IV. Pre -Test
TRUE or FALSE

1.TRUE
2.FALSE
3.FALSE
4.TRUE
5.TRUE

V. Learning Activities
Learning Activity 1: Hit that Board!: The Rules of Darts
Probable Answers:

First Dart: Storage devices comes in different forms. One example is a USB Flash Drive. This comes
in various models such as Kingston Data Traveler, Cruzer SanDisk or CD-R King and mostly ranges
from 2 gigabyte and higher.

Second Dart: Hard disk drives are examples of storage device which is directly installed in a desktop
computer for keeping and retrieving of files for a long- term period.

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Third Dart: For an output submission, I previously used a rewritable Compact Disc (CD) to burn my
files with a file size of 500 MB.

Learning Activity 2: The Color Codes: Knowing my Sound Card

Blue: Compact Disc (CD) Player

Pink: Microphone

Green: Speakers

Black: Headphone

Yellow: Joystick

Learning Activity 3: Examining Video Cards

Probable Answers:

1. The physical appearance of the video cards shown in the pictures are a bit complex because of the
circuitry layout. Moreover, I can see some ports serving different connection types.

2. The function of a video card inside a computer system may be related to the graphics and display
outputs.

3. By looking at the pictures, I can see three ports in each video card with same design and shape

4. The examples of devices connected to these ports are monitors and other display output devices.

VI. Practice Tasks

Practice Task 1: Ready, Set and Spin!: The Wheel of Learning
Probable Answers:

3 Best Interesting Ideas

The three things I learned from this lesson are the following: First, I was able to identify the
differences between a primary and a secondary storage. Second, I learned that a cloud drive or a network
has the capability to store files for a long -term period just like flash drives and hard disks. Lastly, I
have learned that the expansion cards may be in a form of a video or sound card that directly provides
additional functionalities to the computer.

Practice Task 2: Specification Review: The Storage Devices

Device Type: Flash Drive
Manufacturer or Model: Kingston Technology
Storage Capacity: 128 Gigabyte (GB)
Description: DataTraveler100, USB 3.1/3.0/2.0, Black

Device Type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Manufacturer or Model: Western Digital (WD) Caviar “Green”
Storage Capacity: 2 Terabyte (TB)
Description: SATA/32 MB Cache WD20EADS, Desktop Hard Drive

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Device Type: Compact Disc (CD) - Rewritable (RW)
Manufacturer or Model: SONY
Storage Capacity: 700 MB
Description: Compact Disc Recordable -Supremas

Practice Task 3: Finding Elements! : What’s with my GUI?

Probable Answers:

1. The different visual elements I found from these two Graphical User Interface are the following:

The software version, menu, tabs, icons, commands, main folders and sub folders, buttons, labels,
checkboxes, list and details

2. The advantages of a Graphical User Interface for beginners are the following:

The user can navigate and explore a specific application without too much disturbance since the
commands and instructions are visually available compared to the old days where GUIs are not yet
visually enhanced and is not too user friendly.

VII. Post -Test

1. A. Multimedia Storage Devices

2. H. Secondary Storage Devices

3. G. Primary Storage Devices

4. A. Cache Memory

5. L. Video Card

6. J. Sound Card

7. D. Graphical User Interface (GUI)

8. B. Digital-Out

9. J. Sound-in or Line in

10. C. Digital Video Interface (DVI)

VIII. Assignment/Additional Activities

Probable Answers:
A.
1. In the first scenario, I can conclude that there is an incorrect port connection between the speaker and
the computer. It might be plugged on to other ports where it is not suited.

2. In the second scenario, I can conclude that there is a loose connection between the VGA connector
and the VGA port since the power cord was found to be working well.

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3. In the first scenario, the speaker must be connected to the correct green colored port and for the
second scenario, the VGA port has to be tightened to secure a good connection to the display monitor.

1. A boot device is any piece of hardware that can read or contains the files required for a computer to
start. For example, a hard drive, floppy disk drive, CD-ROM drive, DVD drive, and USB jump
drive are all considered bootable devices.

2. The steps in creating a bootable device using RUFUS Application are the following:
• Install the Rufus Application in your desktop or laptop.
• Insert an empty flash drive and make sure that the computer recognizes the device.
• Launch the Rufus Application
• Get the Windows Operating System ISO file
• Check the correct settings
• Start Copying.
• Allow the process to finish

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