Demonstrate how to attach components to the motherboard and install the motherboard.
Demonstration should include attaching the
- CPU
- heat sink/fan assembly
- M.2
- various generations of peripheral component interconnect express (PCIe)
- RAM components
- universal serial bus (USB) headers
- audio headers
- front panel headers
- CMOS reset
to the motherboard prior to its installation.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What documentation is available for technicians to follow when attaching components to the motherboard?
- How are standoffs installed, and what is their relationship to the motherboard?
- What is the generally accepted order of installing components on the motherboard?