processor numbers and specs

rowelld

Is it really necessary to memorize each processor's specs, number of pins, if its pga or slot, etc..?

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vex

I had some slot and socket questions on my A+ hardware exam.

rowelld

thanks vex. thats helpful for me.

xlg123

None that asked "How many pins, etc." but an EXAMPLE (not real) question:
Slot 7 can hold which processors (choose 2). There was only two I think. I'd focus on connectors, some networking, and memory. Your on line experience may vary......

rowelld

well i just memorized the IRQ numbers and their association in an hour. hope it sticks to my head

1Ste

I think the objectives for the exam state that you need to know what CPU's fit into what socket/slots, And their Speed (In Mhz) ranges.

Plantwiz

rowelld wrote:

well i just memorized the IRQ numbers and their association in an hour. hope it sticks to my head

Maybe we'll test you tomorrow :P

Hopefully, they will stay with you. If you will be working with hardware in your chosen career path, you will find it beneifical to know that information.

clock43401

1Ste wrote:

I think the objectives for the exam state that you need to know what CPU's fit into what socket/slots, And their Speed (In Mhz) ranges.

I know a guy that can help you with that, I will see if I can get him to post here.

rowelld

well its been almost a week or so. i think i really got the IRQ's down. DMA shouldnt be too hard. Processors etc i need to get into