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Computer Hardware TERM NAME – Student ID COURSE CODE WEIGHT Ishmeet kaur-ishmeet-kaur1 CSN105 8% Lab Objectives Upon completion of this lab, you will be able to perform the following: Identify the components of a computer Install and replace computer system components Access and configure the BIOS Lab Materials Pre-Lab Video: Explanation PC Building Simulator: Education Edition Lab Instructions Install PC Building Simulator: Education Edition Launch software and perform lab Enter your name and student ID above (Example: david – dtrinh) Answer questions and add screenshots into the corresponding textboxes Save the file on your computer for future reference Save the file again as a “ .pdf ” file Academic Integrity Declaration By beginning this lab, I affirm that I will not give or receive any unauthorized help in this lab and that all work provided will be my own. I agree to abide by Seneca’s Academic Integrity Policy, and I understand that any violation of academic integrity will be subject to the penalties outlines in the policy.
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CSN105 – Introduction to Computers and Networks Page 3 of 11 Part 1: Configure Simulator Options 1. Launch PC Building Simulator: Education Edition 2. Select the gears icon to change the software options 3. Select “Quality”: set the highest quality possible 4. Select “Resolution”: set it to an appropriate size 5. Uncheck “Fullscreen” 6. Click “Apply” to save the settings Seneca College School of ITAS
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CSN105 – Introduction to Computers and Networks Page 4 of 11 Part 2: How to Build a PC 1. Launch “How to Build a PC” 2. Navigate through the tutorial and familiarize yourself with how to install components 3. Complete the tutorial Your work is NOT saved in this mode. Exiting will erase all your work! Part 3: Motherboard 1. Launch “Free Build”. This mode will automatically save your work. 2. Navigate to the PC sitting on the table to the left 3. We will install a motherboard in the computer case 4. Select the computer case on the table to work with it Seneca College School of ITAS
CSN105 – Introduction to Computers and Networks Page 5 of 11 5. Remove the side panels before installing the motherboard 6. Select the “INSTALL” button to view a list of available categories Click or tap here to enter text. 7. Select the motherboard category and view the available models 8. Install motherboard: “GIGABYTE X570 AORUS XTREME(rev 1.0)” 9. Use the manufacturer’s website to answer the following questions: X570 AORUS XTREME (rev. 1.0) Key Features | Motherboard - GIGABYTE Global Del or F2 key can help to enter the BIOS setup. Seneca College School of ITAS Why are some motherboards incompatible? [1 mark] What is the manufacturer’s website? [1 mark] Which keyboard key is used to enter the BIOS setup? [1 mark]
CSN105 – Introduction to Computers and Networks Page 6 of 11 The short 5 beepa indicates the problem in computer hardware components Part 4: Central Processing Unit 1. We will install a CPU onto the motherboard 2. Select the CPU/Processors category and view the available models Soe CPU’s are not supported because of the chipset limitation or the socket connections 3. Install CPU: “AMD Ryzen 9 Sixteen Core 3950X” 4. Use the manufacturer’s website to answer the following questions: https://www.amd.com/en/support/cpu/amd-ryzen-processors/amd-ryzen-9-desktop- processors/amd-ryzen-9-3950x 32 threads are supported It supports DDR4 sytem memory Remember to close the latch after placing the CPU in the socket. 5. Install an appropriate CPU Cooling Remember to add thermal paste under the “Tools and Software” category. Part 5: Memory Seneca College School of ITAS What does 5 short beeps indicate? [1 mark] What is the version of the latest BIOS update? What does the update provide? [1 mark] Click or tap here to enter text. Why are some CPUs not supported? [1 mark] What is the manufacturer’s website? [1 mark] Explain how to determine if this CPU supports multithreading. [1 mark] What type of system memory is supported? [1 mark]
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CSN105 – Introduction to Computers and Networks Page 7 of 11 1. Using the motherboard’s manual, determine how 2 memory modules should be installed into the sockets. 2. Select the memory category and view the available models 3. Install memory: “G.SKILL Trident Z (Black) 8 GB 4400 MHz” Remember to open the memory clips before installing the memory. 4. Use the manufacturer’s website to answer the following questions: https://www.gskill.com/product/165/166/1536658028/F4-4400C18D-16GTZR Part 6: Storage Devices 1. Select the storage category and view the available models 2. Install “Seagate BarraCuda 4TB 256MB Cache” 3. Also, install “ADATA XPG SPECTRIX S40G RGB M.2 2TB” 4. Use the manufacturer’s website and our discussions to answer the following questions: https://www.seagate.com/ca/en/products/hard-drives/barracuda-hard-drive/ The hardrive used the SATA (serial advanced technology attachment interface. Seneca College School of ITAS What is the manufacturer’s website? [1 mark] Memory can be sold in different kits. Which kit does this memory come in? [1 mark] Click or tap here to enter text. Seagate BarraCuda 4TB 256MB Cache What is the manufacturer’s website? [1 mark] What physical interface does this hard drive use? [1 mark] What is the rotational speed (RPM) of this hard drive? [1 mark] 5,400 RPM ADATA XPG SPECTRIX S40G RGB M.2 2TB What is the manufacturer’s website? [1 mark]
CSN105 – Introduction to Computers and Networks Page 8 of 11 https://www.xpg.com/us/xpg/610 NVMe (non-volatile meory expree physical interface is used in this storage drive. To increase storage It helps to improve performance Easy data backup. Part 7: Graphics Card 1. Select the Graphics Cards category and view the available models 2. Install “ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1080 OC Edition” Remember to remove the back panels to make space for the ports. After installing the graphics card, make sure you install a PCI lock to hold the card in place. 3. Use the manufacturer’s website and answer the following questions: https://rog.asus.com/ph/graphics-cards/graphics-cards/rog-strix/rog-strix-gtx1080-o8g-gaming- model/ The output interface available are HDMI,DVI and DisplayPort Upto four monitors can be connected. Part 8: Power Supply 1. Select Power Supplies category and view the available models Seneca College School of ITAS What physical interface does this storage drive use? [1 mark] What is the rotational speed (RPM) of this storage drive? [1 mark] It does;nt have rpm Explain a reason for installing 2 internal drives. [1 mark] What is the manufacturer’s website? [1 mark] What output interfaces are available? [1 mark] How many monitors can be connected? [1 mark] What is the version of the latest driver for Windows 10x64? [1 mark] The version 537.34 is the latest
CSN105 – Introduction to Computers and Networks Page 9 of 11 2. Install an appropriate power supply for the PC o Remember to remove the PSU mount before installing the power supply. Once the PSU is installed, remember to install this PSU mount back on the case. The PC Status should change from “Incomplete case” to “No OS installed”. If not, review the components to ensure nothing is missing. Part 9: BIOS 1. Power on the PC using the button located on the top of the case 2. Click on the monitor to view the system boot 3. Note the keys that need to be pressed to enter the BIOS 4. Enter the BIOS and navigate until you find “Boot Device” 5. Ensure the M2: ADATA XPG SPECTRIX S40G RGB M.2 2TB” is selected o Make sure the screenshot is large enough to show the required information. Seneca College School of ITAS Screenshot 9.0: Boot Device [1 mark]
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CSN105 – Introduction to Computers and Networks Page 10 of 11 6. Select “Apply changes and restart” 7. Power off the PC Part 10: Software 8. Select Tools and Software category and view the Parts tab 9. Select the “USB Drive – USB Drive for OS and program installation” 10.Install the USB in an appropriate port on the case 11.Power on the PC using the button located on the top of the case 12.Click on the monitor to view the system boot into an OS 13.Using the “Add/Remove Programs” icon, install the following applications: o Part Ranking o System Info o Will it run? 14.Launch “Part Ranking” and answer the following questions: ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RYX 2080 Ti Amp Extreme-8280 Intel Celeron G3900 -295 15.Launch “System Info” and answer the following questions: 26.41 C 3250 Mb/s Seneca College School of ITAS What is the highest ranked Graphics Card? [1 mark] What is the lowest ranked processor? [1 mark] What is the “Case Temperature”? [1 mark] What is the “Transfer Speed” of the M.2 storage drive? [1 mark]
CSN105 – Introduction to Computers and Networks Page 11 of 11 16.Launch “Will it run?” and answer the following questions: No, it doesn’t meet the requirements Vram and Graphics card need to updated Update the PC to meet the recommended 4k spec for Doom. o Make sure the screenshot is large enough to show the required information. Seneca College School of ITAS Does this PC meet the recommended spec for “DOTA 2”? [1 mark] What specs need to be updated to meet the recommend 4k spec for “Doom”? [1 mark] Screenshot 10.0: Doom 4K spec with new video card [1 mark]