Lesson 1a: Parts of CPU

Main Parts of CPU are:

1. Motherboard
2. Processor
3. Memory
4. Hard Disk
5. CD/DVD Rom
6. Video Card
7. Power Supply
8. Heat Sink / Fan
9. Cable / Connectors
10. Case
Motherboard

The function of the

computer motherboard is
to act as the main circuit
board that connects and
communicates to all the
devices and components
attached.
Processor
The processor is the only
part of a computer that takes
an active role in performing
mathematical operations-all
other elements of the system
exist to either store data on
either a temporary or long-
term basis or provide the
means by which the different
systems communicate.
Memory

Computer memory or
RAM processes every bit of
data our computer uses at
almost unbelievable speeds
with uncanny consistency.
Hard Disk

One of the most

necessary parts of a
computer is the hard drive.
Besides storing digital
information, hard disk
drives also contain all of a
computer's operating data,
including the operating
system.
CD/DVD-ROM

CD/DVD-ROM drives are

very popular for playing
and installing media.
Video Card

The video card connects

to the motherboard and the
monitor. This allows the card
to accept information from
the CPU (central processing
unit) and send output to the
monitor. Graphics cards
allow computers to produce
graphics and images more
quickly.
Power Supply

Power supply units convert

one form of electrical input,
usually AC wall power, into
usable energy for system
devices. Power supply units
are responsible for converting
AC power sources to the DC
phase that devices must have
to operate as well as
maintaining amperage and
voltages within tolerable
ranges of 3.3, 5, and 12 volts.
Heat Sink / Fan

A heat sink draws heat away

from an object and dissipates it into
the air. Ruled by the laws of
thermodynamics, heat sinks help
prevent something from getting too
hot. Heat sinks are often made of
metals and alloys but can also be in a
liquid state for some applications.
Cable / Connector

The data cable connects the

SATA hard disk to the
motherboard. The hard drive
transmits and receives data
through the chipset, which
allows the disk to communicate
with the rest of the components
connected to the motherboard.
Case

The main function of a computer

case is simple. It holds all of the
internal parts to your computer.
Lesson 1b: Parts of
Motherboard
1. CPU Socket
2. DIMM/SIMM – Dual/Single In-Line Memory Module
3. PCIE / AGP – Peripheral Component Interconnect /
Accelerated Graphics Port
4. IDE connector 40pins – Integrated Drive Electronics
5. Floppy Connector(34pins) – FDD Floppy Disk Drive
6. Power Connector/24pins
6. Power Connector/24pins
7. ATX 12v – Advance Technology eXtended
8. SATA connector – Serial Advance Technology
Attachment
9. 4pin CPU fan connector
10. USB headers
11. Audio Connector
12. Fpanel header
13. North Bridge
14. South Bridge
15. BIOS chips – Basic Input Output System
16. Sound Chips
17. LAN Chips – Local Area Network
18. Lithium/CMOS Battery – Complementary Metal
Oxide Semi-Conductor
19. Back Panel
20. Screw
End of Lesson1