Rectifying Problems by Reinsertion or Replacement of Add-On Cards

 

Rectifying Problems by Reinsertion or Replacement of Add-On Cards

 

1. What is the first step to take when troubleshooting a malfunctioning add-on card?

A) Replace the add-on card

B) Check the power supply

C) Reinsertion of the add-on card

D) Update the drivers

Correct Answer: C) Reinsertion of the add-on card

2. If a graphics card is not displaying any output, what should you do first?

A) Replace the graphics card

B) Check the monitor connection

C) Reinsertion of the graphics card into the PCIe slot

D) Both A and C

Correct Answer: D) Both A and C

3. What should you check if a sound card is not producing any sound?

A) The sound card drivers

B) The connections to the speakers

C) Reinsertion of the sound card into the motherboard

D) All of the above

Correct Answer: D) All of the above

4. When replacing a network interface card (NIC), what is a critical step to ensure proper installation?

A) Use the same brand as the previous card

B) Ensure the card is properly seated in the PCIe slot

C) Change the network settings in the operating system

D) Disconnect the power supply

Correct Answer: B) Ensure the card is properly seated in the PCIe slot

5. If a newly installed add-on card is not recognized by the system, what is a common troubleshooting step?

A) Replace the add-on card

B) Check for physical damage to the card

C) Reinsertion of the add-on card

D) Both B and C

Correct Answer: D) Both B and C

6. What is a common symptom of a loose or improperly seated add-on card?

A) System crashes

B) No power to the system

C) Device not recognized by the operating system

D) All of the above

Correct Answer: C) Device not recognized by the operating system

7. If a USB expansion card is not functioning, what should you check first?

A) The USB devices connected to it

B) The power supply

C) Reinsertion of the USB expansion card

D) All of the above

Correct Answer: D) All of the above

8. What is the purpose of reseating an add-on card?

A) To clean the card

B) To ensure proper electrical contact

C) To upgrade the card

D) To change the card's settings

Correct Answer: B) To ensure proper electrical contact

9. If a sound card is producing distorted audio, what is a potential solution?

A) Replace the sound card

B) Check the audio settings in the operating system

C) Reinsertion of the sound card

D) Both B and C

Correct Answer: D) Both B and C

10. When troubleshooting a malfunctioning video card, what is a good practice before replacing it?

A) Check for driver updates

B) Reinsertion of the video card into the PCIe slot

C) Test the card in another system

D) All of the above

Correct Answer: D) All of the above