Motherboard/Cases Vocab Crossword Puzzle

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  1. 4. A type of computer motherboard that has essential components like the CPU, GPU, and other hardware embedded directly on the board itself
  2. 5. It is a standard bus interface used to connect storage devices like hard drives, solid-state drives, and optical drives to a computer's motherboard.
  3. 7. a physical interface on a computer motherboard that holds RAM (Random Access Memory) modules.
  4. 11. A device that sits on top of the CPU and spins in roatations to help keep the CPU from overheating.
  5. 12. a physical component on a computer’s motherboard that serves as the connection point between the motherboard and the central processing unit (CPU). It is essentially a socket or slot where the processor is inserted and secured.
  6. 14. a connection or port inside a computer on the motherboard or riser card. It provides an installation point for a hardware expansion card to be connected.
  7. 18. a computer case that meets the requirements laid out by Advanced Technology Extended (ATX). It is the standard for most full-size desktops, workstations, and gaming PCs
  8. 19. An error in the starting up of a motherboard.
  9. 22. a STOP error displayed on a blue screen, showing that Windows encountered a critical error that caused the system to crash.
  10. 23. A battery-powered semiconductor chip inside your computer that stores important information.
  11. 27. a specification used to outline motherboard configuration and dimensions to improve standardization.
  12. 28. a type of computer case that is shorter, smaller, and lighter than a full-sized case. It can accommodate standard ATX motherboards, microATX, and mini-ATX.
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  1. 1. are interfaces on the motherboard that allow you to connect peripheral devices directly to your computer
  2. 2. a set of electronic components on one or more ULSI integrated circuits that manages the data flow between the processor in a computer system.
  3. 3. a low profile, more efficient layout to facilitate cooling, a scalable board to accommodate different system sizes, and support for high-mass motherboard components.
  4. 6. a motherboard design introduced by Intel in 1995. It is the most common motherboard form factor used today.
  5. 8. a lack in the set of computer instructions in firmware which control input and output operations.
  6. 9. A blank screen; likely set to it, resting, or recieving no output from the internal components.
  7. 10. refers to a malfunction of a device or system that occurs at intervals, usually irregular, in a device or system that functions normally at other times.
  8. 13. A compact motherboard form factor designed as an improvement over the earlier LPX form factor.
  9. 15. is smaller than a typical mid-tower PC case and uses a smaller motherboard
  10. 16. a clear sign of damage or failure. It is often characterized by a bulging top or a leaking electrolyte
  11. 17. the specification of a motherboard
  12. 20. is connected to your motherboard and houses various input/output connectors. These connectors allow you to utilize a variety of peripherals or external devices.
  13. 21. a small form factor motherboard standard designed for compact and low-power computer systems.
  14. 24. refers to a computer built on a MicroATX motherboard. This form factor stands between the smaller Mini-ITX and the larger ATX, offering an excellent balance of compactness and functionality
  15. 25. a small motherboard form factor from VIA Technologies released in November 2001 with the Mini-ITX.
  16. 26. defines how a PC turns on, which drive it boots from, what peripherals it recognizes and even the frequency at which it runs the CPU.