SYSAD REVIEWER: Prelim Edition ദ്ദി(ᵔᗜᵔ) - Quiz
  • 1. Basic lng ba?
A) Balik next year!
B) Mali mga sagot!
C) Basic!
D) Answer (< _ <)
E) Yawa sino gumawa nito ToT
  • 2. Which situation best describes Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)?
A) Excessive voltage from PSU
B) Short circuit caused by loose screws
C) Sudden transfer of static electricity between two objects
D) Overheating due to poor airflow
  • 3. A technician installs RAM without grounding and it fails weeks later. This is an example of:
A) Boot error
B) Immediate failure
C) Short circuit
D) Latent failure
  • 4. Which tool is specifically used for tightening motherboard standoffs?
A) Phillips screwdriver
B) Nut driver
C) Multimeter
D) LAN tester
  • 5. A system powers on but shows no display. One possible cause is:
A) Corrupted OS
B) Loose RAM
C) Disabled startup program
D) Malware infection
  • 6. What is the primary purpose of an anti-static wrist strap?
A) Improve grip while working
B) Ground the technician to prevent ESD
C) Increase system stability
D) Protect hands from dust
  • 7. Which device is used to verify voltage output from a power supply?
A) Tweezers
B) LAN tester
C) POST card
D) PSU tester
  • 8. In troubleshooting, a symptom is best defined as:
A) The hidden root cause
B) The replacement part
C) The visible sign of a problem
D) The repair process
  • 9. If a PC does not respond at all when the power button is pressed, the error category is:
A) No Display
B) No Boot
C) Slow Performance
D) No Power
  • 10. Which practice follows proper troubleshooting methodology?
A) Change one variable at a time
B) Replace multiple parts at once
C) Skip documentation
D) Guess the most expensive component
  • 11. A POST diagnostic card is mainly used when:
A) Cleaning dust
B) Installing RAM
C) Testing LAN cables
D) There is no display or continuous beeping
  • 12. ESD can damage electronic components at as low as ______ volts.
A) 220
B) 100
C) 500
D) 30
  • 13. Wearing protective goggles is important when using ______ air for cleaning.
A) cold
B) compressed
C) wet
D) hot
  • 14. A device that measures voltage, resistance, and continuity is called a ______.
A) LAN tester
B) multimeter
C) oscilloscope
D) PSU tester
  • 15. If BIOS completes POST but cannot detect a boot device, the error is called ______.
A) Boot Failure
B) No Display
C) No Power
D) No Boot
  • 16. The visible result of a deeper computer issue is called a ______.
A) root cause
B) symptom
C) diagnosis
D) solution
  • 17. Tightening screws excessively may cause ______ damage to components.
A) physical
B) electrical
C) software
D) thermal
  • 18. To prevent static buildup, avoid working on ______ floors.
A) concrete
B) metal
C) wooden
D) carpeted
  • 19. A system that shuts down due to excessive heat is experiencing ______.
A) thermal throttling
B) ESD
C) boot error
D) power failure
  • 20. Before connecting any hardware tester, always ______ off the system completely.
A) turn
B) power
C) shut
D) switch
  • 21. Troubleshooting is a ______ and structured process of identifying and resolving problems.
A) expensive
B) random
C) systematic
D) quick
  • 22. A graphic designer installs a new component to improve 3D rendering performance. Which hardware is most responsible?
A) PSU
B) RAM
C) GPU
D) CMOS battery
  • 23. A PC boots slowly using a traditional hard drive. Which upgrade most directly improves boot time?
A) Replace keyboard
B) Add more case fans
C) Replace HDD with SSD
D) Upgrade monitor
  • 24. A computer system includes hardware, software, data, people, and ______.
A) Procedures
B) BIOS
C) Cables
D) Power supply
  • 25. A computer randomly shuts down under heavy gaming load. The first component to test is the:
A) Mouse
B) PSU
C) RAM
D) HDMI cable
  • 26. A motherboard repeatedly loses date and time settings. Which part should be replaced?
A) GPU
B) SSD
C) CMOS battery
D) SATA cable
  • 27. A CPU does not fit the motherboard socket. What was ignored?
A) BIOS version
B) RAM speed
C) CPU socket compatibility
D) PSU brand
  • 28. A system crashes when too many applications are open. Which upgrade helps most?
A) Replace HDMI
B) Increase RAM
C) Change monitor
D) Upgrade PSU
  • 29. A computer overheats even though the fan spins normally. What maintenance should be done first?
A) Replace RAM
B) Reapply thermal paste
C) Change SATA cable
D) Upgrade BIOS
  • 30. A GPU built inside the CPU differs from a dedicated GPU because it:
A) Uses PCIe slot
B) Requires external power cable
C) Shares system memory
D) Uses SATA port
  • 31. A PC shows no display after RAM installation. What is the most likely issue?
A) Incorrect PSU voltage
B) Broken monitor
C) CMOS reset
D) Loose RAM module
  • 32. Excessive dust buildup inside a case can cause:
A) Data encryption
B) USB malfunction
C) Malware infection
D) Thermal shutdown
  • 33. Mounting a motherboard directly on the case without spacers may result in:
A) Higher FPS
B) Short circuit
C) Faster boot
D) Stable voltage
  • 34. Poor airflow inside a case usually leads to:
A) Thermal throttling
B) Louder keyboard
C) Faster performance
D) BIOS reset
  • 35. Which cable carries both digital video and audio?
A) RJ-45
B) PS/2
C) VGA
D) HDMI
  • 36. An RJ-45 port is used for:
A) Power delivery
B) Video output
C) Microphone input
D) Ethernet connection
  • 37. USB allows devices to be connected without shutting down because it supports:
A) BIOS flashing
B) Overclocking
C) Hot-swapping
D) SATA linking
  • 38. A pink audio jack on a motherboard is typically for:
A) Ethernet
B) HDMI
C) Speakers
D) Microphone
  • 39. Static electricity that damages RAM weeks later is classified as:
A) Software error
B) PSU overload
C) Latent failure
D) Immediate failure
  • 40. An anti-static wrist strap protects components by:
A) Increasing airflow
B) Cleaning circuits
C) Testing voltage
D) Grounding the technician
  • 41. Loose screws inside a system unit may cause:
A) GPU acceleration
B) Faster boot
C) Improved grounding
D) Short circuit
  • 42. A PSU tester shows no voltage output. This indicates:
A) SATA issue
B) RAM problem
C) GPU overheating
D) Defective PSU
  • 43. Setting a multimeter to the wrong scale may result in:
A) Faster repair
B) Voltage misinterpretation
C) Accurate readings
D) RAM damage
  • 44. A POST card displays a memory error code. What should be checked first?
A) PSU
B) LAN port
C) GPU
D) RAM
  • 45. A LAN cable tester shows incorrect pin order. The issue is likely:
A) BIOS failure
B) PSU fault
C) Bad crimping
D) RAM error
  • 46. Frequent blue screen errors during gaming suggest testing the:
A) PSU
B) RAM
C) CMOS battery
D) LAN cable
  • 47. A black screen during startup is considered a:
A) Symptom
B) Permanent solution
C) Root cause
D) Upgrade
  • 48. Replacing components without testing first violates which principle?
A) Avoid guessing
B) Use PPE
C) Update BIOS
D) Stay organized
  • 49. Changing multiple parts at once makes it difficult to:
A) Improve performance
B) Reset BIOS
C) Identify root cause
D) Increase cooling
  • 50. If a system powers on but fails to load the OS, this is classified as:
A) No power
B) No boot
C) No display
D) ESD issue
  • 51. If a PC does not power on at all, the first troubleshooting step is to:
A) Update BIOS
B) Replace RAM
C) Replace motherboard
D) Check power source
  • 52. Fans spin but no display appears. The first logical step is to:
A) Replace CPU
B) Reseat RAM
C) Replace PSU
D) Format drive
  • 53. High CPU temperature causing reduced performance indicates:
A) LAN problem
B) SATA error
C) Thermal throttling
D) HDMI issue
  • 54. A PSU with insufficient wattage may cause:
A) System instability
B) Stable system
C) Higher resolution
D) Faster cooling
  • 55. Thermal paste primarily improves:
A) RAM speed
B) Electrical conductivity
C) BIOS update
D) Heat transfer
  • 56. The BIOS chip primarily stores:
A) Application software
B) GPU drivers
C) Startup instructions
D) Operating system files
  • 57. POST beep codes usually indicate a problem during:
A) Hardware initialization
B) Network configuration
C) OS installation
D) USB scanning
  • 58. Incorrect boot order in BIOS most likely results in:
A) Overheating
B) No display
C) No boot
D) No power
  • 59. Avoiding carpeted workspaces reduces risk of:
A) SATA failure
B) Boot error
C) Wi-Fi interference
D) ESD damage
  • 60. Failing to document troubleshooting steps may lead to:
A) Improved airflow
B) Repeated mistakes
C) Stable system
D) Faster repair
  • 61. Changing one variable at a time during troubleshooting helps to:
A) Guess faster
B) Increase heat
C) Isolate the problem
D) Skip documentation
  • 62. Forcing RAM into a slot incorrectly may cause:
A) Stronger signal
B) Faster performance
C) Board damage
D) Better airflow
  • 63. Opening a PSU without qualification is dangerous because of:
A) GPU instability
B) RAM overheating
C) Electric shock risk
D) BIOS corruption
  • 64. Cleaning internal dust primarily prevents:
A) Malware
B) BIOS reset
C) Thermal shutdown
D) LAN failure
  • 65. If the system works after reseating RAM, the issue was likely:
A) HDD failure
B) Loose connection
C) BIOS corruption
D) PSU overload
  • 66. A system boots only when the discrete GPU is removed. The likely faulty component is:
A) PSU
B) Dedicated GPU
C) SATA cable
D) CMOS
  • 67. Reseating a SATA cable is the first step when BIOS cannot detect a drive because it addresses:
A) Loose physical connection
B) RAM failure
C) Software corruption
D) GPU error
  • 68. Systematic troubleshooting is different from guessing because it:
A) Avoids testing
B) Skips documentation
C) Follows a logical process
D) Randomly replaces parts
  • 69. Sensitive components may be damaged by very low voltage levels, making ESD control:
A) Unnecessary
B) Critical
C) Optional
D) Software-based
  • 70. Removing unused drive cages mainly improves:
A) Airflow
B) PSU voltage
C) Boot order
D) BIOS settings
  • 71. Grounding yourself before handling components primarily protects the:
A) Technician
B) Hardware components
C) Operating system
D) Software
  • 72. What is computer hardware?
A) Internet connection
B) Computer rules
C) Physical parts of a computer
D) Programs installed in a computer
  • 73. Which best describes internal hardware?
A) Software inside the computer
B) Parts outside the computer
C) Wireless devices
D) Parts inside the system unit
  • 74. Which is an example of external hardware?
A) RAM
B) CPU
C) Keyboard
D) Motherboard
  • 75. Gamers usually use a high-end GPU for ________.
A) Storing files
B) Internet connection
C) Smooth graphics
D) Printing documents
  • 76. Which hardware is commonly used by office workers for documents?
A) Speaker
B) Router
C) Scanner
D) GPU
  • 77. What type of device is a joystick?
A) Input
B) Storage
C) Communication
D) Output
  • 78. Which input device is used for fingerprint security?
A) Plotter
B) Barcode scanner
C) Biometric scanner
D) Webcam
  • 79. Which device is mainly responsible for multitasking and processing speed?
A) Printer
B) USB drive
C) Monitor
D) CPU
  • 80. What does a GPU mainly handle?
A) Printing
B) Typing
C) Graphics and rendering
D) Networking
  • 81. Which is an example of a storage device?
A) Webcam
B) SSD
C) Speaker
D) Mouse
  • 82. Which storage type is accessible through the internet?
A) USB port
B) Optical drive
C) NAS
D) Cloud storage
  • 83. What output device is used by architects for large blueprints?
A) VR headset
B) Printer
C) Headphones
D) Plotter
  • 84. Which output device provides immersive visual experience for gamers?
A) Monitor
B) Scanner
C) VR headset
D) Speaker
  • 85. Which is a communication device?
A) HDD
B) Headphones
C) Router
D) Printer
  • 86. What is the function of a Bluetooth adapter?
A) Store data
B) Print files
C) Display images
D) Wireless connection
  • 87. Peripheral devices are hardware that ________.
A) Control the internet
B) Replace software
C) Remove viruses
D) Expand computer capabilities
  • 88. Which is an example of a peripheral device?
A) CPU
B) External hard drive
C) Motherboard
D) RAM
  • 89. Which port is commonly used to connect a monitor or TV?
A) PCIe
B) USB
C) Ethernet
D) HDMI
  • 90. What is the main purpose of expansion slots?
A) Install software
B) Connect flash drives
C) Upgrade internal hardware
D) Print documents
  • 91. Which is NOT part of a computer system?
A) Hardware
B) Electricity bill
C) Software
D) Data
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