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RAM (con't) & WORM Storage
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Computer Science
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08/02/2018

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Term
SO-DIMM DDR memory modules uses _____ pins
Definition
200
Term
SO-DIMM DDR2 memory modules can have _____ pins.
Definition
144 or 200
Term
SO-DIMM DDR3 modules have _____ pins.
Definition
204
Term
What does SO-DIMM stand for?
Definition
small outline dual in-line memory module
Term
A memory module form factor commonly used in sub-notebook devices is known as _____.
Definition
MicroDIMM
Term
MicroDIMM DDR SDRAM memory modules have _____ pins.
Definition
172
Term
MicroDIMM DDR2 SDRAM memory modules have
_____ pins.
Definition
214
Term
ECC type RAM can only detect errors, but does not have the capability to correct them.
Definition
False
Term
ECC type RAM refers to parity RAM.
Definition
False
Term
ECC type RAM offers better performance in terms of speed when compared to a non-ECC type of RAM.
Definition
False
Term
ECC type RAM can detect and correct errors.
Definition
True
Term
What does ECC memory stand for?
Definition
Error-correcting code memory
Term
The extra bit used to determine if memory data is corrupted is called a ______.
Definition
parity bit
Term
Compared to a non-ECC type of memory, the ECC RAM is a less expensive option and will always perform faster.
Definition
False
Term
The _____ on the motherboard indicate that the system is capable of taking advantage of the multi-channel memory architecture.
Definition
color-coded memory slots
Term
The most common RAM type used in desktop PCs is buffered memory.
Definition
False
Term
The most common RAM type used in desktop PCs is non-ECC memory.
Definition
True
Term
The most common RAM type used in desktop PCs is static RAM.
Definition
False
Term
The most common RAM type used in desktop PCs is unbuffered memory.
Definition
True
Term
The most common RAM type used in desktop PCs is dynamic RAM.
Definition
True
Term
The most common RAM type used in desktop PCs is ECC memory.
Definition
False
Term
Taking advantage of the performance benefits offered by the multi-channel memory architecture requires memory modules of matching types.
Definition
True
Term
Taking advantage of the performance benefits offered by the multi-channel memory architecture requires memory modules of matching speeds.
Definition
True
Term
Taking advantage of the performance benefits offered by the multi-channel memory architecture requires installing any memory modules in any of the free memory slots on the motherboard.
Definition
False
Term
Taking advantage of the performance benefits offered by the multi-channel memory architecture requires memory modules of the same capacity.
Definition
True
Term
Taking advantage the multi-channel memory architecture requires installing modules in appropriate memory slots (slots of matching color) on the motherboard.
Definition
True
Term
VRAM is a type of typically more expensive memory modules equipped with additional circuitry designed to ensure better system stability and accuracy of data processing.
Definition
False
Term
Buffered memory is a type of typically more expensive memory modules equipped with additional circuitry designed to ensure better system stability and accuracy of data processing.
Definition
True
Term
RDIMM is a type of typically more expensive memory modules equipped with additional circuitry designed to ensure better system stability and accuracy of data processing.
Definition
True
Term
Synchronous DRAM is typically more expensive memory modules equipped with additional circuitry designed to ensure better system stability and accuracy of data processing.
Definition
False
Term
UDIMM is typically more expensive memory modules equipped with additional circuitry designed to ensure better system stability and accuracy of data processing.
Definition
False
Term
Unbuffered memory is a type of typically more expensive memory modules equipped with additional circuitry designed to ensure better system stability and accuracy of data processing.
Definition
False
Term
A single-sided memory module type can have memory chips placed on both sides of the module.
Definition
True
Term
UDIMM is a suitable choice for a high-end server.
Definition
False
Term
Buffered memory is a suitable choice for a high-end server.
Definition
True
Term
Non-ECC memory is a suitable choice for a high-end server.
Definition
False
Term
RDIMM is a suitable choice for a high-end server.
Definition
True
Term
Unbuffered memory is a suitable choice for a high-end server.
Definition
False
Term
ECC memory is a suitable choice for a high-end server.
Definition
True
Term
_____ is a special-purpose memory type used by graphics controllers.
Definition
VRAM
Term
What does VRAM stand for?
Definition
Video RAM
Term
VRAM is a _____ variant of DRAM
Definition
dual-ported
Term
DVD-_____ allows for permanent storage of data.
Definition
RAM
Term
A type of Printed Circuit Board (PCB) that can be installed in a motherboard slot in order to extend the system functionality is commonly referred to as an _____.
Definition
expansion card
Term
_____ is a safety measure that should accompany the installation of an adapter card.
Definition
ESD protection
Term
What does the ESD in 'ESD protection' stand for?
Definition
electrostatic-sensitive device
Term
If a system fails to autoconfigure the newly added adapter card through PnP, finishing the configuration process requires _____.
Definition
manual installation of device drivers
Term
A daughterboard with slots for attaching expansion cards in parallel to the mainboard to save space is a _____.
Definition
Riser card
Term
BD-R can be:

a. read only (ROM)
b. written to once (WORM)
c. written to many times (re-writable)
Definition
b. written to once (WORM)
Term
CD-ROM can be:

a. read only (ROM)
b. written to once (WORM)
c. written to many times (re-writable)
Definition
a. read only (ROM)
Term
DVD-RW can be:

a. read only
b. written to once (WORM)
c. written to many times
Definition
c. written to many times
Term
BD-RE can be:

a. read only
b. written to once (WORM)
c. written to many times
Definition
c. written to many times
Term
DVD-ROM can be:

a. read only
b. written to once (WORM)
c. written to many times
Definition
a. read only
Term
CD-RW can be:

a. read only
b. written to once (WORM)
c. written to many times
Definition
c. written to many times
Term
DVD-RW can be:

a. read only
b. written to once (WORM)
c. written to many times
Definition
c. written to many times
Term
A tape library can be:

a. read only
b. written to once (WORM)
c. written to many times
Definition
c. written to many times
Term
Floppy disk can be:

a. read only
b. written to once (WORM)
c. written to many times
Definition
c. written to many times
Term
What does WORM stand for?
Definition
Write once, read many
Term
BD-R can be:

a. read only
b. written to once (WORM)
c. written to many times
Definition
b. written to once (WORM)
Term
Flash drive can be:

a. read only
b. written to once (WORM)
c. written to many times
Definition
c. written to many times
Term
CD-RW can be:

a. read only
b. written to once (WORM)
c. written to many times
Definition
c. written to many times
Term
CD-ROM can be:

a. read only
b. written to once (WORM)
c. written to many times
Definition
a. read only
Term
The storage limitations of a standard CD-ROM is less than 800 MB of data storage capacity.
Definition
True
Term
The storage limitations of a standard CD-ROM is 120 minutes of uncompressed audio.
Definition
False
Term
The storage limitations of a standard CD-ROM is more than 800 MB of data storage capacity.
Definition
False
Term
The storage limitations of a standard CD-ROM is up to 80 minutes of uncompressed audio.
Definition
True
Term
What is UDIMM?
Definition
Unbuffered or unregistered DIMM.
Term
What is RDIMM?
Definition
DIMM RAM which is buffered (or registered)
Term
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Definition
Riser card
Term
[image]
Definition
colored memory slots indicating Multi-channel Memory Architecture
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