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Computer System Unit

The computer system unit is the main body of a computer that contains essential components such as the CPU, memory, and storage devices. It includes both external parts like CD ROM drives and internal parts like the motherboard and power supply. The system unit is crucial for processing data and executing instructions.

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Computer System Unit

The computer system unit is the main body of a computer that contains essential components such as the CPU, memory, and storage devices. It includes both external parts like CD ROM drives and internal parts like the motherboard and power supply. The system unit is crucial for processing data and executing instructions.

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1. What is the Computer System Unit?

A computer system unit, often referred to as the "system unit," is the main body of a computer
that houses the essential components necessary for its operation. This includes the central processing
unit (CPU), memory (RAM), storage devices (like hard drives or SSDs), and various input/output ports.
The system unit is responsible for processing data and executing instructions, making it a critical part of
any computer system.

2. Explain the function and components of the Computer System Unit?


3. Add the pictures with label of each parts of system unit in digital form.

 The system unit has two sets of parts:


a. External Parts – parts that are found outside the System Unit
b. Internal Parts – parts that are found inside the System Unit

 External Parts

CD ROM Drive – LED Switch –


This is where These are the
the compact lights in front of
disk is inserted. the System Unit.

Reset Switch –
Floppy Disk Drive
This restarts the
– This is where
computer
the floppy disk is
without turning
inserted.
it off.

Casing – This is a Power Switch –


cover that This switches
protects the computer on
the internal parts and off.
of the system unit.
 Internal Parts

Power Supply-provides power to the


computer by converting the standard
voltage of your ordinary outlet into
either 5 or 12 volt DC for the various
parts of your computer like the hard
disk drives, CDROM drives,
motherboard, fans, etc.

Fan- keeps the microprocessor, power supply


and system unit from overheating by taking
in cool air and blowing out the hot air. This
CPU fan is located usually at the top of the
CPU itself.

Video Card
- an adapter card used in processing and
displaying information for the monitor.

Motherboard
- the circuit board that includes all of the
necessary chips and slots to make the
computer run .

Hard Disk Drive


- contains magnetic platters within a
sealed case which acts as storage area of
the computer that stores the operating
system and other data.

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