Hardware Picture Identification
Identify common CompTIA A+ hardware.
CPU
CPU
Executes instructions and processes data.
RAM Module
RAM Module
Temporary working memory installed in a motherboard memory slot.
Motherboard
Motherboard
The main circuit board that connects internal components.
Heat Sink
Heat Sink
Metal cooling hardware mounted over a processor.
Cooling Fan
Cooling Fan
Moves air to remove heat from components.
Hard Disk Drive
Hard Disk Drive
Magnetic storage device with moving platters.
Solid-State Drive
Solid-State Drive
Flash-based storage device with no moving parts.
Power Supply
Power Supply
Converts incoming AC power into DC voltages used by the computer.
CMOS Battery
CMOS Battery
Maintains firmware settings and the real-time clock when power is removed.
SATA Data Cable
SATA Data Cable
Connects a SATA storage device to a motherboard port.
Expansion Card
Expansion Card
Adds capabilities through a motherboard expansion slot.
CPU Socket
CPU Socket
Holds and electrically connects the processor to the motherboard.