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1. Monitor Memory Socket-Monitors have memory so that the images will load faster on the monitor. Some computers have a separate monitor (video) card which has the memory on that card.
2. Memory Sockets (SIMMS)-You have practiced inserting "SIMMS" into a "mother" board. Remember, there are different types of memory "SIMMS" so check your manual for the exact same type of SIMMS that your manual specifies when adding memory.
3. Cache Memory (Bank1)-Used by the "CPU" as temporary storage for its functions. There are many different types of "Cache" memory so check your manual before adding.
4. Cache Memory (Bank2)-Same as above.
5. Jumpers-These devises enable you to change the function of the "mother" board. Normally, you don’t mess with these.
6. Processor (CPU)-This is the brain in your computer. In fact, it is the computer. This is what you call the "386", "486" "586" or whatever. There are many different manufacturers one of which is "Intel".
7. "CPU’s" or "Central Processing Units" can be upgraded normally. Late model mother boards make it easy to change "CPU’s".
8. Upgrade CPU Jumpers-Normally, these must be adjusted if you install an upgraded processor (CPU).
9. Riser Card-This card is an extension of the "mother" board.
10. "TAG" Memory-Basically, it keeps track of the "address" in the memory where things are happening.
11. Riser Card Connector-Same as #9 above.
12. Battery-Yes! Everything runs on a battery these days and like all batteries they must be changed sometimes. Most modern computers will tell you the status of the battery. If yours doesn’t, you can tell the battery is going bad if your computer clock and date become incorrect. Current model computers make it easy to change the battery. Older computers have soldered batteries. If you can’t solder, have a repair shop change the battery.

Adding Memory (SIMMS)

Important Note:

Some SIMMS install directly opposite of the above method.

1. Insert the SIMM at a 45 degree angle pushing it deep into the socket.
2. Move the SIMM (back) upright in the socket until it "clicks" into place.

About Floppies, Hard Disk Drives, CD ROMS

1. All of the devises connect in the same manner.
2. Interface-The "ribbon cord" connects here and to the "mother board" or to an "add-in" card.
3. Ribbon cable-Either has a red, or blue color on one side or the other of the ribbon. This color indicates the side that the ribbon should be connected to the "number 1 pin" on the devise and on the mother board.
4. Power Supply Connector-Each plug is different for the type of power required. Sometimes it takes a good push to insert the plug but your OK as long as the female and male ends match.