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?