1.3.1.7 Lab – Build a Specialized Computer System Answers

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1.3.1.7 Lab – Build a Specialized Computer System Answers

Lab – Build a Specialized Computer System (Answers Version)

Use the Internet, a newspaper, or a local store to gather information about building a specialized computer system that supports hardware and software that allows a user to perform tasks that an off-the-shelf system cannot perform. Be prepared to discuss your selections.

For this worksheet, assume the customer’s system will be compatible with the parts you order.

Answers Note: All of the components a student chooses must be compatible and necessary for the specialized tasked required. This can be done in small groups and presented to class. Inform students of any limitation on where parts can be purchased from (locale, in country, etc.). Answers may vary.

1. The customer runs an audio and video editing workstation to record and mix music, create music CDs, CD labels, and create home movies. The customer wishes to upgrade the components listed in the table.
   

   Brand and Model Number	Features	Cost
   Audio card Answers may vary.
   Video card Answers may vary.
   Hard drive Answers may vary.
   Dual monitors Answers may vary.

   Provide reasons for the components purchased. How will they support the customer’s needs?

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2. The customer runs computer-aided design (CAD) or computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software and wishes to upgrade the components listed in the table.
   

   Brand and Model Number	Features	Cost
   CPU Answers may vary.
   Video card Answers may vary.
   RAM Answers may vary.

   Provide reasons for the components purchased. How will they support the customer’s needs?

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3. The customer uses virtualization technologies to run several different operating systems to test software compatibility. The customer wishes to upgrade the components listed in the table.
   

   Brand and Model Number	Features	Cost
   RAM Answers may vary.
   CPU Answers may vary.

   Provide reasons for the components purchased. How will they support the customer’s needs?

   ____________________________________________________________________________________

   ____________________________________________________________________________________

   ____________________________________________________________________________________

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4. The customer wishes to upgrade an HTPC with the components listed in the table.
   

   Brand and Model Number	Features	Cost
   Case Answers may vary.
   Power supply Answers may vary.
   Surround sound audio Answers may vary.
   TV tuner and cable cards Answers may vary.

   Provide reasons for the components purchased. How will they support the customer’s needs?

   ____________________________________________________________________________________

   ____________________________________________________________________________________

   ____________________________________________________________________________________

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5. The customer wishes to upgrade a gaming computer with the components listed in the table.
   

   Brand and Model Number	Features	Cost
   CPU Answers may vary.
   Video card Answers may vary.
   Sound card Answers may vary.
   Cooling system Answers may vary.
   RAM Answers may vary.
   Hard drive Answers may vary.

   Provide reasons for the components purchased. How will they support the customer’s needs?

   ____________________________________________________________________________________

   ____________________________________________________________________________________

   ____________________________________________________________________________________

   ____________________________________________________________________________________