QUESTION: 57

An end user reports that the time and date on a desktop resets after shutdown, and subsequently, the device reboots. The next day, the desktop does not load the OS and is stuck at a black screen with the following message:

Date/Time Not Set
Press F1 to Run Setup

Which of the following would be the BEST action to take next?

Change the motherboard.
Reseat the motherboard power connections.
Replace the CMOS battery.
Restore the BIOS to factory default settings.

Answer(s): C

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QUESTION: 58

A user reports that a PC occasionally falls to boot. The user reboots the PC. but the performance is degrading. The technician hears a strange, repetitive, ticking noise coming from the PC. Which of the following should the technician do FIRST?

Try to extract data.
Reseat the RAM modules.
Inspect the fan.
Check the CD tray.

Answer(s): A

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QUESTION: 59

A technician is upgrading a faulty motherboard that was ordered by an end user for an old, high-end desktop computer. However, the technician is unable to install the CPU into the socket. Upon closer inspection, the technician notices the pins on the CPU do not line up with the socket. Which of the following would be the best course of action for the technician to take NEXT?

Try to set as many pins as possible.
Install an adaptor to create a universal socket.
Verify the socket type and manufacturer.
Find a compatible motherboard for the CPU.

Answer(s): C

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QUESTION: 60

A remote user reports connectivity issues with the local internet provider. Even after a technician reboots the modem supplied by the ISP. the issue persists. Which of the following would BEST establish the connection in minimal time?

Radio frequency ISP
Neighbor's Wi-Fi
Mobile hotspot
Fiber optic

Answer(s): C

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