COMPUTER SYSTEM UNIT
PARTS DESCRIPTION
The microprocessor or the processor, the
CPU is the computer's brain. The processor
chip is identified by the processor type and
the manufacturer. This information is
usually inscribed on the chip itself.
Random Access Memory, or RAM, usually
refers to computer chips that temporarily
store dynamic data to enhance computer
performance while you are working. In
other words, it is the working place of your
computer, where active programs and data
are loaded so that any time the processor
requires them, it doesn't have to fetch them
from the hard disk.
ROM is a type of memory that normally can
only be read, as opposed to RAM which can
be both read and written.
A power supply unit (or PSU) converts mains
AC to low-voltage regulated DC power for
the internal components of a computer.
Modern personal computers universally
use switched-mode power supplies.
Some power supplies have a manual switch
for selecting input voltage, while others
automatically adapt to the mains voltage
A HDD (Hard Disk Drive) is an
electromechanical data storage device that
uses magnetic storage to store and
retrieve digital information using one or
more rigid rapidly rotating disks (platters)
coated with magnetic material.
FUNCTION
It is responsible for fetching, decoding, and
executing program instructions as well as
performing mathematical and logical
calculations.
When a computer shuts down properly, all
data located in RAM is returned back to
permanent storage on the hard drive or
flash drive. At the next boot-up, RAM begins
to fill with programs automatically loaded at
startup, a process called booting. Later on,
the user opens other files and programs
that are still loaded in the memory.
Read-only memory is most commonly used
to store system-level programs that we
want to have available to the PC at all times.
The desktop computer power supply
changes alternating current from a wall
socket to low-voltage direct current to
operate the processor and peripheral
devices. Several direct-current voltages are
required, and they must be regulated with
some accuracy to provide stable operation
of the computer. A power supply
rail or voltage rail refers to a single voltage
provided by a power supply unit
A hard disk is a non-volatile hardware
device which is used to permanently store
as well as to retrieve information.
An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light
to read data from or write data to an optical
disc. These include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray
discs. This allows you to play music or watch
movies using pre-recorded discs.
A printed circuit board (PCB) mechanically
supports and electrically
connects electronic
components or electrical components
using conductive tracks, pads and other
features etched from one or more sheet
layers of copper laminated onto and/or
between sheet layers of a non-
conductive substrate.
A tray-loading mechanism, where the disc is
placed onto a motorized tray, which moves
in and out of the computer case.
A slot-loading mechanism, where the disc is
slid into a slot and motorized rollers are
used to move the disc in and out.
Assurance integrated circuits and other
electronic components fixed, and support
mechanical assembly. Ensure the quality of
the electronic equipment, improve the
labor productivity, reduce the cost and
easy to maintenance.