Re: Computer hardware questions. Couldn't find newsgroup on microsoft
- From: "peter" <peter@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Mon, 28 Dec 2009 18:24:58 -0700
Have you ever heard of Google??
typing any of those questions into the Google search engine will give
you a slew of answers. Read them to become better informed about
what is on your computer.
E-Sate is an external Sata connector for Sata drives
The size of the RAM module that you can fit in a RAM slot is determined by the mobo manufacturer.
The type of RAM is determined by the mobo chipset
Google for dual channel to see more on Ram
CPU fit into sockets on the motherboard. Different sockets hold different CPU.
A 939 socket will only hold CPU made for that socket. Normally the CPU is NOT soldered
onto the socket. It is attached by means of pins on the CPU and holes in the socket and a locking lever
Then a thermal paste is lightly smeared across the CPU and a Heatsink/Fan combination
is attached and either clamped or screwed on.
Most cases have at least 2 cooling fans, not counting the fan on the Heatsink,in the power supply
or attached to the video card. One Fan normally suck cool air in from the front and blows it
over the Hard drive(S) .The other is usually located high in the back to remove hot air from the case.
A Power supply has multiple lines with each having an amperage rating which determines the total
volts of the unit.When you have exceeded the amps the power supply will not start your system or barely
start and a multitude of problems arise depending upon which line is being over stressed.
You have bought a prebuild Acer which most likely has a power supply that is just a little larger
than you need for the hardware that came with the computer. If you are doing any major changes
it is advisable to get a better PSU. A good example is video card ..maybe yours has a video chip on the
mobo by adding one of the newer more power hungry video cards you might have reached the limit
of you PSU. Read the specs on the side of the PSU and read the specs of the video card.
peter
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"Brian V" <BrianV@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:D28699AA-B40A-4D92-A4B6-D54C2B99B172@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Hi, I have a few questions about hardware and what it is. I looked here:
http://www.microsoft.com/en/us/sitemap.aspx
But there was no newsgroup. I use XP, so I need hardware. That's the only
way I can tie these questions into using this board. Anyways:
- What is an IEEE 1394 port (I think I have the number right). It seems
related to something about audio or video?
- What's a VGA port?
- What's a RJ-45 Ethernet connector?
- What is a serial port? What goes in it?
- What is an eSATA drive? Is it a newer SATA hard-drive? Is it better or
what's the difference?
- Why does RAM have to be in pairs (eg: 2-1Gb, or 2-512Mb, 2-2Gb)? I kind of
understand it interacts well or something, but why can't I use only one 2Gb
or 4Gb? Why can't I use a 1Gb and 2Gb combination or a 512Mb and 4gB (I think
I saw a 4gb in a store)? Can it be done, do you have to set some options up
for a non-same pair to work? Will it work?
- How can I tell when I need a new or larger power supply? If they are
overused do they burn out or crash and erase your system? I know there are
features to monitor my system, but how can I tell I have to upgrade a 300
Watt to a 500 Watt for instance?
- Can someone change their Processors? From what I'v seen, people seem to
sodder them on, or theya re already attached to the motherboard, but I think
this can be added to or changed. No?
- For what situations would someone recommend adding more that one fan in
your computer? How many hours of daily log-time or what situations make 2+
fans worth it?
Thank you.
Brian
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