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Chapter 8. Video Displays and Graphics Cards

Chapter 8. Video Displays and Graphics Cards

This chapter covers the following subjects:

  • Video (Graphics) Cards Types— In this section you learn about the different types of video cards including PCI, AGP, and PCIe, and the various methods of cooling video cards.

  • Installing a Video Card— Learn the ins and outs of video card installation, from the BIOS, to physical installation and driver setup.

  • Display Types— This section describes CRTs, LCDs, and data projectors.

  • Video Connector Types— This section talks about VGA, DVI, HDMI, and all the other video connections you need to know for the exam.

  • Display Settings— This section demonstrates how to configure resolution and the refresh settings.

  • Installing a Monitor— This section briefly demonstrates how to install a video monitor.

  • Troubleshooting Displays and Video Cards— Due to the many possible video issues you might encounter, this section demonstrates how to troubleshoot with OSD and the advanced display properties.

  • Preventative Maintenance for Displays— This section describes how to keep the display clean and maintain good airflow.

This chapter covers a portion of the CompTIA A+ 220-701 objectives 1.7 and 1.9, and CompTIA A+ 220-702 objectives 1.1 and 1.2.


  

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