CompTIA A+ Exam 220-901: BIOS Motherboards
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CompTIA A+ Exam 220-901: BIOS Motherboards

Skillsoft
Updated Oct 17, 2019

Course Overview

This course covers the BIOS/UEFI and motherboard form factors. The main component that pulls together all the hardware on your computer or laptop is the motherboard.


Target Audience

Anyone who wishes to enter the IT professional field and requires entry-level training to get started with a career in technical support


Learning Objectives

  • describe the basic under-the-hood components of a computer
  • describe primary computing functions
  • describe firmware upgrades and BIOS
  • recognize BIOS components
  • describe BIOS/UEFI boot sequence
  • describe motherboard etymology
  • compare the various motherboard sizes for ATX
  • list the various motherboard sizes for ITX
  • compare the motherboard expansion slots
  • contrast the various motherboard connections
  • list the various motherboard connectors
  • identify motherboard slots and ports
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