Exam 8: Bios

How is the ROM typically "flashed"?

What is the first line of defense for protecting hard disks from unwanted access when a system is lost or stolen?

How is the Southbridge implemented in newer CPUs?

Where is POST located?

What is used to change or remove device drivers in Windows?

A separate memory chip called the ____________________ chip stores the information that describes specific device parameters.

When the computer is turned on or reset,it initiates a special program stored on the ROM chip,called the ____________________.

What happens if the CMOS battery is replaced with the computer unplugged?

Where do modern PCs store CMOS settings?

What is a scan code?

What are the functions of the system ROM?

How can a user change the order in which the boot loader searches devices for an operating system?

How many MB of programs do system ROM chips store?

Which chip is used to store information that describes specific device parameters?

A removable disk containing an updated __________ is usually used to flash ROM.

A(n)____________________ chip stores the information that describes specific device parameters.

Video cards have their own ____________________ for internal functions.

Which of the following components is read-only?

What security feature do some PC manufacturers include to assist you if your PC is stolen?

Where should you look to interpret different beep codes?