It refers to a non-volatile computer storage device containing magnetic disks or platters rotating at high speeds. It is a secondary storage device used to store data permanently.

Where do we typically install the operating system?

Suppose that you will install Windows XP on a system with more than one partition, what important process should be done?

If you see this message and you fail to do so, what do you think will happen?

What key should you press if you need to install any third- party or RAID drivers?

After reading the license agreement, what function key will press in order to start the installation?

When the folder copy phase is complete your system will reboot, what are you going to do if see the message “Press any key to boot from CD”?

What is the next phase after the set up folder copy phase and reboot?

What phase is shown below?

What phase is shown?

What is described in this phase?

It refers to the way a system is set up, or the assortment of components that make up the system. It can also refer to either hardware or software, or the combination of both.

This will instruct the computer on how to perform a number of basic functions as booting and keyboard control.

These are small software programs that help the operating system use or “drive” the device. Whenever a device doesn’t work properly, ask if it has been installed.

These are used to test and diagnose equipment.

A device that can take many types of measurements. It tests the integrity of circuits and the quality of electricity in computer components.

A diagnostic tool used to tests the basic functionality of computer ports. The adapter is specific to the port that you want to test.

Is a two-part tool. The specified part is connected to a cable at one end using specific adapters, such as an RJ-45, coaxial, or metal clips and generates a tone that travels the length of the cable.

Checks the integrity of files and folders on a hard drive by scanning the file system. These tools might also check the disk surface for physical errors.

Initializes disks, creates partitions, and formats partitions.

Optimizes space on a hard drive to allow faster access to programs and data.

A command-line tool that creates and deletes partitions on a hard drive.

Prepares a hard drive to store information.

Clears space on a hard drive by searching for files that can be safely deleted.

A command-line tool that scans the operating system critical files and replaces files that are corrupted.

In test procedures, the first step is to run the tests required by the procedure and find out what happens.

The next step is to check the data you gathered from the tests to make sure it is correct. This is usually done by running the tests again.

This step is important because you need to be able to recognize when a test shows problems or is successful.

The final step is an important end to testing. You need to check the specification for the installation to make sure that it has been met.

It consists of a quick inspection of the exterior of the computer, the monitor, the keyboard, any peripherals, and cables.

Before you proceed with this, make sure that the user has saved all open files and exited all open application programs if possible.

It is a series of beeps that indicates an error condition.

These messages can indicate problems or provide status information.

A piece of hardware that carries out the instructions of a computer program. It performs the basic arithmetical, logical, and input/output operations of a computer system.

An electro-mechanical 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.

The primary function is to convert electric current from a source to the correct voltage, current, and frequency to power the load.

Is a type of computer data storage and stores the files that are in use while the computer is running.

A device used to safely ground a person working on very sensitive electronic equipment, to prevent the buildup of static electricity on their body, which can result in electrostatic discharge (ESD).

Served as the base upon which a computer's components are built. A hub that houses a number of essential components such as the Central Processing Unit (CPU), system memory (RAM) and graphics card.

A device that uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc.