Title: Install internal components.
Course: Computer Systems Technology I (10002-I) > Section: Assembling a Personal Computer

Installation should include

- drives
  - slots, cable types, and cable connections
  - applicable power connections
  - correct mounting procedures
- adapter cards
  - network interface controller (NIC)
  - wireless NIC
  - video-adapter card
  - sound cards
  - RAID cards.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the difference between striping and mirroring and parity? What is the difference between single and double parity?
- What are the consequences of failure to follow correct mounting procedures when installing internal drives?
- What possible problems could occur when a drive is not securely attached inside the computer?
- What connection data cable will be used for the newest storage drive interface to provide the fastest read/write transfer rates?
- When are adapter cards needed?
- When removing an adapter card, which direction should the card be rocked to dislodge it?
- What are the differences between Peripheral Component  Interconnect (PCI), accelerated graphics port (AGP), and PCIe adapter card connections?