Hardware Reference
In-Depth Information
Chapter
7
Updating and
Upgrading Hardware
OBJECTIVES COVERED IN THIS CHAPTER:
FUNDAMENTALS OF PC FUNCTIONALITY
1.2 U.K. / 1.6 U.S. Identify the risks associated with
upgrading the following technologies and equipment:
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PC Speed/Storage capability
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Compatibility issues
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Upgrade issues
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Bus differences
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Hardware failure
FUNDAMENTALS OF TECHNOLOGY
2.1 U.K. / 2.1 U.S. Identify basic compatibility issues
between:
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Processor performance
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RAM memory
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USB (1.1, 2.0)
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FireWire
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PS/2
