SYSAD REVIEWER: Prelim Edition ദ്ദി(ᵔᗜᵔ)
  • 1. Basic lng ba?
A) Yawa sino gumawa nito ToT
B) Basic!
C) Balik next year!
D) Mali mga sagot!
E) Answer (< _ <)
  • 2. Which situation best describes Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)?
A) Short circuit caused by loose screws
B) Overheating due to poor airflow
C) Sudden transfer of static electricity between two objects
D) Excessive voltage from PSU
  • 3. A technician installs RAM without grounding and it fails weeks later. This is an example of:
A) Latent failure
B) Short circuit
C) Immediate failure
D) Boot error
  • 4. Which tool is specifically used for tightening motherboard standoffs?
A) Nut driver
B) Multimeter
C) LAN tester
D) Phillips screwdriver
  • 5. A system powers on but shows no display. One possible cause is:
A) Disabled startup program
B) Malware infection
C) Loose RAM
D) Corrupted OS
  • 6. What is the primary purpose of an anti-static wrist strap?
A) Increase system stability
B) Protect hands from dust
C) Improve grip while working
D) Ground the technician to prevent ESD
  • 7. Which device is used to verify voltage output from a power supply?
A) LAN tester
B) POST card
C) PSU tester
D) Tweezers
  • 8. In troubleshooting, a symptom is best defined as:
A) The visible sign of a problem
B) The replacement part
C) The repair process
D) The hidden root cause
  • 9. If a PC does not respond at all when the power button is pressed, the error category is:
A) No Display
B) No Boot
C) No Power
D) Slow Performance
  • 10. Which practice follows proper troubleshooting methodology?
A) Change one variable at a time
B) Guess the most expensive component
C) Skip documentation
D) Replace multiple parts at once
  • 11. A POST diagnostic card is mainly used when:
A) Testing LAN cables
B) There is no display or continuous beeping
C) Cleaning dust
D) Installing RAM
  • 12. ESD can damage electronic components at as low as ______ volts.
A) 30
B) 100
C) 220
D) 500
  • 13. Wearing protective goggles is important when using ______ air for cleaning.
A) wet
B) compressed
C) hot
D) cold
  • 14. A device that measures voltage, resistance, and continuity is called a ______.
A) PSU tester
B) oscilloscope
C) multimeter
D) LAN tester
  • 15. If BIOS completes POST but cannot detect a boot device, the error is called ______.
A) Boot Failure
B) No Power
C) No Boot
D) No Display
  • 16. The visible result of a deeper computer issue is called a ______.
A) symptom
B) diagnosis
C) root cause
D) solution
  • 17. Tightening screws excessively may cause ______ damage to components.
A) software
B) electrical
C) physical
D) thermal
  • 18. To prevent static buildup, avoid working on ______ floors.
A) concrete
B) carpeted
C) metal
D) wooden
  • 19. A system that shuts down due to excessive heat is experiencing ______.
A) boot error
B) ESD
C) power failure
D) thermal throttling
  • 20. Before connecting any hardware tester, always ______ off the system completely.
A) power
B) shut
C) turn
D) switch
  • 21. Troubleshooting is a ______ and structured process of identifying and resolving problems.
A) expensive
B) systematic
C) random
D) quick
  • 22. A graphic designer installs a new component to improve 3D rendering performance. Which hardware is most responsible?
A) PSU
B) CMOS battery
C) RAM
D) GPU
  • 23. A PC boots slowly using a traditional hard drive. Which upgrade most directly improves boot time?
A) Replace HDD with SSD
B) Replace keyboard
C) Add more case fans
D) Upgrade monitor
  • 24. A computer system includes hardware, software, data, people, and ______.
A) Cables
B) BIOS
C) Power supply
D) Procedures
  • 25. A computer randomly shuts down under heavy gaming load. The first component to test is the:
A) RAM
B) HDMI cable
C) Mouse
D) PSU
  • 26. A motherboard repeatedly loses date and time settings. Which part should be replaced?
A) CMOS battery
B) SSD
C) GPU
D) SATA cable
  • 27. A CPU does not fit the motherboard socket. What was ignored?
A) CPU socket compatibility
B) RAM speed
C) BIOS version
D) PSU brand
  • 28. A system crashes when too many applications are open. Which upgrade helps most?
A) Upgrade PSU
B) Change monitor
C) Replace HDMI
D) Increase RAM
  • 29. A computer overheats even though the fan spins normally. What maintenance should be done first?
A) Replace RAM
B) Change SATA cable
C) Reapply thermal paste
D) Upgrade BIOS
  • 30. A GPU built inside the CPU differs from a dedicated GPU because it:
A) Requires external power cable
B) Uses PCIe slot
C) Shares system memory
D) Uses SATA port
  • 31. A PC shows no display after RAM installation. What is the most likely issue?
A) Incorrect PSU voltage
B) Loose RAM module
C) CMOS reset
D) Broken monitor
  • 32. Excessive dust buildup inside a case can cause:
A) USB malfunction
B) Malware infection
C) Data encryption
D) Thermal shutdown
  • 33. Mounting a motherboard directly on the case without spacers may result in:
A) Faster boot
B) Short circuit
C) Stable voltage
D) Higher FPS
  • 34. Poor airflow inside a case usually leads to:
A) Thermal throttling
B) BIOS reset
C) Louder keyboard
D) Faster performance
  • 35. Which cable carries both digital video and audio?
A) VGA
B) HDMI
C) PS/2
D) RJ-45
  • 36. An RJ-45 port is used for:
A) Power delivery
B) Ethernet connection
C) Video output
D) Microphone input
  • 37. USB allows devices to be connected without shutting down because it supports:
A) Overclocking
B) SATA linking
C) Hot-swapping
D) BIOS flashing
  • 38. A pink audio jack on a motherboard is typically for:
A) HDMI
B) Microphone
C) Speakers
D) Ethernet
  • 39. Static electricity that damages RAM weeks later is classified as:
A) Software error
B) Immediate failure
C) Latent failure
D) PSU overload
  • 40. An anti-static wrist strap protects components by:
A) Cleaning circuits
B) Increasing airflow
C) Testing voltage
D) Grounding the technician
  • 41. Loose screws inside a system unit may cause:
A) Short circuit
B) GPU acceleration
C) Improved grounding
D) Faster boot
  • 42. A PSU tester shows no voltage output. This indicates:
A) RAM problem
B) GPU overheating
C) SATA issue
D) Defective PSU
  • 43. Setting a multimeter to the wrong scale may result in:
A) Voltage misinterpretation
B) Accurate readings
C) RAM damage
D) Faster repair
  • 44. A POST card displays a memory error code. What should be checked first?
A) GPU
B) PSU
C) LAN port
D) RAM
  • 45. A LAN cable tester shows incorrect pin order. The issue is likely:
A) PSU fault
B) Bad crimping
C) BIOS failure
D) RAM error
  • 46. Frequent blue screen errors during gaming suggest testing the:
A) RAM
B) LAN cable
C) PSU
D) CMOS battery
  • 47. A black screen during startup is considered a:
A) Root cause
B) Upgrade
C) Symptom
D) Permanent solution
  • 48. Replacing components without testing first violates which principle?
A) Update BIOS
B) Use PPE
C) Avoid guessing
D) Stay organized
  • 49. Changing multiple parts at once makes it difficult to:
A) Increase cooling
B) Identify root cause
C) Improve performance
D) Reset BIOS
  • 50. If a system powers on but fails to load the OS, this is classified as:
A) No boot
B) No power
C) ESD issue
D) No display
  • 51. If a PC does not power on at all, the first troubleshooting step is to:
A) Check power source
B) Update BIOS
C) Replace RAM
D) Replace motherboard
  • 52. Fans spin but no display appears. The first logical step is to:
A) Replace CPU
B) Replace PSU
C) Format drive
D) Reseat RAM
  • 53. High CPU temperature causing reduced performance indicates:
A) SATA error
B) HDMI issue
C) Thermal throttling
D) LAN problem
  • 54. A PSU with insufficient wattage may cause:
A) Stable system
B) System instability
C) Faster cooling
D) Higher resolution
  • 55. Thermal paste primarily improves:
A) RAM speed
B) BIOS update
C) Heat transfer
D) Electrical conductivity
  • 56. The BIOS chip primarily stores:
A) Operating system files
B) Startup instructions
C) GPU drivers
D) Application software
  • 57. POST beep codes usually indicate a problem during:
A) Hardware initialization
B) Network configuration
C) OS installation
D) USB scanning
  • 58. Incorrect boot order in BIOS most likely results in:
A) Overheating
B) No power
C) No display
D) No boot
  • 59. Avoiding carpeted workspaces reduces risk of:
A) Boot error
B) SATA failure
C) ESD damage
D) Wi-Fi interference
  • 60. Failing to document troubleshooting steps may lead to:
A) Repeated mistakes
B) Stable system
C) Faster repair
D) Improved airflow
  • 61. Changing one variable at a time during troubleshooting helps to:
A) Increase heat
B) Isolate the problem
C) Guess faster
D) Skip documentation
  • 62. Forcing RAM into a slot incorrectly may cause:
A) Board damage
B) Faster performance
C) Better airflow
D) Stronger signal
  • 63. Opening a PSU without qualification is dangerous because of:
A) RAM overheating
B) Electric shock risk
C) BIOS corruption
D) GPU instability
  • 64. Cleaning internal dust primarily prevents:
A) LAN failure
B) Malware
C) BIOS reset
D) Thermal shutdown
  • 65. If the system works after reseating RAM, the issue was likely:
A) HDD failure
B) BIOS corruption
C) Loose connection
D) PSU overload
  • 66. A system boots only when the discrete GPU is removed. The likely faulty component is:
A) SATA cable
B) Dedicated GPU
C) PSU
D) CMOS
  • 67. Reseating a SATA cable is the first step when BIOS cannot detect a drive because it addresses:
A) Loose physical connection
B) Software corruption
C) RAM failure
D) GPU error
  • 68. Systematic troubleshooting is different from guessing because it:
A) Follows a logical process
B) Skips documentation
C) Randomly replaces parts
D) Avoids testing
  • 69. Sensitive components may be damaged by very low voltage levels, making ESD control:
A) Software-based
B) Unnecessary
C) Optional
D) Critical
  • 70. Removing unused drive cages mainly improves:
A) PSU voltage
B) Boot order
C) Airflow
D) BIOS settings
  • 71. Grounding yourself before handling components primarily protects the:
A) Technician
B) Operating system
C) Hardware components
D) Software
  • 72. What is computer hardware?
A) Computer rules
B) Programs installed in a computer
C) Physical parts of a computer
D) Internet connection
  • 73. Which best describes internal hardware?
A) Software inside the computer
B) Parts outside the computer
C) Wireless devices
D) Parts inside the system unit
  • 74. Which is an example of external hardware?
A) CPU
B) Keyboard
C) RAM
D) Motherboard
  • 75. Gamers usually use a high-end GPU for ________.
A) Internet connection
B) Smooth graphics
C) Printing documents
D) Storing files
  • 76. Which hardware is commonly used by office workers for documents?
A) Speaker
B) Router
C) Scanner
D) GPU
  • 77. What type of device is a joystick?
A) Communication
B) Storage
C) Input
D) Output
  • 78. Which input device is used for fingerprint security?
A) Plotter
B) Webcam
C) Biometric scanner
D) Barcode scanner
  • 79. Which device is mainly responsible for multitasking and processing speed?
A) Printer
B) CPU
C) USB drive
D) Monitor
  • 80. What does a GPU mainly handle?
A) Typing
B) Graphics and rendering
C) Printing
D) Networking
  • 81. Which is an example of a storage device?
A) SSD
B) Mouse
C) Speaker
D) Webcam
  • 82. Which storage type is accessible through the internet?
A) Optical drive
B) NAS
C) USB port
D) Cloud storage
  • 83. What output device is used by architects for large blueprints?
A) Headphones
B) VR headset
C) Plotter
D) Printer
  • 84. Which output device provides immersive visual experience for gamers?
A) VR headset
B) Scanner
C) Monitor
D) Speaker
  • 85. Which is a communication device?
A) HDD
B) Headphones
C) Printer
D) Router
  • 86. What is the function of a Bluetooth adapter?
A) Store data
B) Display images
C) Print files
D) Wireless connection
  • 87. Peripheral devices are hardware that ________.
A) Replace software
B) Remove viruses
C) Control the internet
D) Expand computer capabilities
  • 88. Which is an example of a peripheral device?
A) RAM
B) External hard drive
C) CPU
D) Motherboard
  • 89. Which port is commonly used to connect a monitor or TV?
A) PCIe
B) HDMI
C) Ethernet
D) USB
  • 90. What is the main purpose of expansion slots?
A) Connect flash drives
B) Upgrade internal hardware
C) Print documents
D) Install software
  • 91. Which is NOT part of a computer system?
A) Hardware
B) Electricity bill
C) Software
D) Data
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