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1
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Which guidelines accurately describe the installation of a laptop wireless card?

A

Replacement card must have same pin connectors.

2
Q

What is the most common cause of damage to the outer frame of a laptop?

A

Dropping it.

3
Q

In mobile devices where is the computer contained with a removable screen?

A

In the display

4
Q

Which guidelines accurately reflect the replacement of laptop CPUs?

A

Once accessible removal of a CPU is not difficult and ease of access varies based on laptop model.

5
Q

Which characteristics apply to laptop speakers?

A

External speakers can be used as an alternative and laptops come with integrated speakers.

6
Q

Which of the display settings available in your laptop provides a second display area using a connected projector?

A

A laptop extended to projector

7
Q

Which laptop components are generally simple to replace by a field technician without the need to obtain parts from the manufacturer?

A

DVD drive, RAM and Hard drive

8
Q

How are the OLED and LED display different?

A

LED monitors use backlit LCD technology.

OLEDs are popular for handheld devices and TVs.

9
Q

The DC power jack of a laptop can be prone to damage.

Which events are warnings that you may have damaged the the DC power jack of your laptop?

A

The battery is not charging properly or the cable has been tripped over.

10
Q

You are adding an additional drive to an empty drive bay in a laptop.

Apart from the new hard drive what else will you need?

A

A caddy

11
Q

Which statements are correct about a laptops touchpad?

A

It is considered an input device and it can be replaced when not working.

12
Q

Where is the Wi-Fi antenna of a laptop most likely to be located?

A

In the display

13
Q

What key step should you take when working with a laptop chassis and replacing an optical drive?

A

Wear an antistatic wrist strap.

14
Q

A user is considering connecting the computer to the plasma TV screen.

What key issue do you warn them about?

A

Burn in

15
Q

What tips should be followed when installing memory in a laptop?

A

Ensure you install the supported amount of RAM.

Obtain correct memory size and speed for laptop.

Use panel on underside of laptop to access RAM.

16
Q

What type of backlight does a typical laptop LCD display use?

A

CCFL

17
Q

The inverter converts the DC power back into AC power.

Which laptop component requires this AC power?

A

Backlight

18
Q

What are valid recommendations for a technician who is planning to replace the motherboard in a laptop?

A

Turn off the system and disconnect cables and read the motherboard manual thoroughly.