USB & PSU
When did USB begin?
1996
What is the main board?
The main printed circuit board (PCB) connecting all components (CPU, RAM, GPU, etc.).
What does USB stand for?
Universal Serial Bus
How many watts do I need for my specific PC build both high end and a basic one?
High end builds can need 850W+, while basic ones might use 300-500W
The first and second motherboard part?
Cpu socket and RAM slots
What does PSU sand for?
Power Supply Unit
How do you know a motherboard is good to use?
A good motherboard is compatible with your CPU (socket/chipset), has essential features for your needs (RAM slots, M.2/PCIe slots, USB-C, Wi-Fi), strong power delivery, reliable build quality and supports modern standards like PCIe Gen 5 for future upgrades, ensuring stable performance and easy troubleshooting.
How do we use USB?
To use a USB drive, plug it into a USB port on your computer, wait for it to be recognized, and then use it like any other folder to copy or move files
What does the W,V, and the A stand for?
Watts, volts, and amps
The third and fourth motherboard part?
Power connectors and chipset
when was the first Power supply unit created?
The first "power supply" emerged with early electricity generation (batteries in 1800, dynamos in the 1830s
The three main functional areas of a motherboard are the CPU Socket, RAM Slots, and Expansion Slots (PCIe)
how much data can a USB hold?
USB flash drives can hold storage from a few gigabytes (GB) to several terabytes (TB)
Solve this problem: A 12V DC light bulb draws 2 Amps.
12V X 2A= 24W
The fifth and sixth motherboard part?
BIOS/UEFI Chip & CMOS Battery and the Expansion Slots (PCIe/PCI)
What a different name for USB?
Different names for a USB flash drive include thumb drive, pen drive, jump drive, memory stick, flash drive, and data stick
when was the first motherboard invented?
1981
When was the first USB sold?
1999-2000
A 120V outlet supplies a device drawing 2 Amps. How much power (watts) does it use?
120V x 2A= 240W
The seventh and eighth motherboard part?
SATA Connectors and I/O Ports
What a different name for PSU?
A different name for PSU (Power Supply Unit) depends on context, but common synonyms include Power Source, Power Pack, AC Adapter, Power Converter, or Switch-Mode Power Supply (SMPS)
Who created the first motherboard?
Patty McHugh
What does a USB plug in to?
A USB plug connects to a USB port, which is a rectangular or oval socket found on computers, laptops, TVs, power adapters, and many other devices
A device uses 300W and draws 2.5A. What is the voltage?
300W/2.5A= 120V
What is the ninth and tenth part?
Heat Sinks/Cooling Fans and Front Panel Connectors