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