Title: Demonstrate how to attach essential components to the motherboard and install the motherboard.
Course: Computer Systems Technology I (10002-I) > Section: Assembling a Personal Computer

Demonstration should include attaching the

- CPU
- heat sink/fan assembly
- storage connectors (e.g., Serial Advanced Technology [SATA], Non-Volatile Memory Express [NVMe], mini-SATA [mSATA], serial attached small computer systems interface [SCSI])
- RAM components
- USB headers
- audio headers
- front panel headers

to the motherboard prior to its installation.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What documentation is available for technicians to follow when attaching components to the motherboard?
- How are standoffs installed, and what is their relationship to the motherboard?
- What is the generally accepted order of installing components on the motherboard?
- What safety concerns are present when connecting internal cables?