Microsoft Corporation - A+ Certification Training Kit

1. Explain the difference between spikes, surges, and sags.
2. What are the two types of power-supply connectors to the motherboard?
3. What are the two types of power-supply connectors to devices such as drives?
4. Name two benefits of having a UPS on a system.
5. Describe the difference between a brownout and a blackout.
6. When you purchase a UPS, what is the most important thing to consider?
7. Will all surge suppressors provide protection against lightning strikes?
8. What is the best defense against spikes caused by lightning?
9. What is the most important thing to remember when connecting a P8 and P9 connector to a motherboard?
10. Explain the difference between the mini connector and the Molex connector.
11. Describe the best way to make sure a new power supply matches the one you are replacing.
12. What is the primary use of mini connectors?
13. A computer power supply has both 5-volt and 12-volt outputs. The 5-volt output is used to power _____________, and the 12-volt output is used to power _____________.

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