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Chapter 4 • Disassembly and Power
+ 5 Volts
+ 12 Volts
+ 4.75
+ 11.4
Minimum Maximum
+ 5.25
+ 12.6
Voltages
Berg connector
Molex connector
Yellow: +12V
Black: ground
Black: ground
Red: +5V
Red: +5V
Black: ground
Black: ground
Yellow: +12V
Figure 4.39 Molex and Berg power connectors
Write the voltage level found for the +5 volt wire in Table 4.11.
Table 4.11 +5 volt check
Voltage being checked Voltage found
+5 volts
8. Check the +12 volt DC output by placing the meter’s black lead in (if the connector is a
Molex) or on (if the connector is a Berg) one of the grounds. Place the meter’s red lead on
the +12 volt wire in or on the connector. See Figure 4.39 for the layout of the Molex and
Berg power supply connections. The figure also contains a table with acceptable voltage
levels. Write the voltage level found for the +12 volt wire in Table 4.12.
Table 4.12 +12 volt check
Voltage being checked Voltage found
+12 volts
9. Notify the instructor of any voltages out of the acceptable range.
10. Power off the meter.
Instructor initials: _____________
11. Power off the computer.
Lab 4.10 Windows XP Power Options
Objective: To be able to control power options via BIOS and Windows XP
Parts: Computer with Windows XP loaded
Procedure: Complete the following procedure and answer the accompanying questions.
1. Power on the computer and ensure it boots properly before the exercise begins.
2. Reboot the computer and access BIOS Setup.
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