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CompTIA Exam 220-1101 Topic 1 Question 54 Discussion

Actual exam question for CompTIA's 220-1101 exam

Question #: 54
Topic #: 1

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A user has decided to build a new computer with parts purchased from a popular online vendor The user has referenced online resources to assemble the unit. However, when the user presses the power button, the new computer does not load the operating system's installer. Instead, the onboard speaker beeps and immediately reports an issue on the screen. Which of the following is the MOST likely issue with the new build?

AThe user did not plug in the processor's fan.

BThe user did not apply thermal paste to the CPU.

CThe user did not seat the GPU correctly.

DThe user did not install the power supply.

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Suggested Answer: A

If a computer is not booting and the onboard speaker emits beeps, it can indicate a hardware issue. One of the most common causes of beep codes is overheating, which can occur if the processor's fan is not properly installed and running. The processor's fan is responsible for cooling the processor and preventing damage to the internal components.

by Louisa at Apr 09, 2025, 08:17 PM

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Stefan

2 months ago

The user must be a real tech wizard, forgetting to install the power supply. Bet they tried to power it with a hamster on a wheel.

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Jeff

26 days ago

D) The user did not install the power supply.

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Shalon

28 days ago

C) The user did not seat the GPU correctly.

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Evangelina

29 days ago

B) The user did not apply thermal paste to the CPU.

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Samira

1 months ago

A) The user did not plug in the processor's fan.

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Blair

2 months ago

I'm betting on the power supply. You can't power a toaster with a 9V battery, let alone a whole computer!

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Chantay

2 months ago

Nah, it's gotta be the GPU. If that's not seated properly, you'll be lucky to even get a beep out of the thing.

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Darell

2 months ago

I think the user forgot to apply the thermal paste. That's like the first rule of building a PC - don't skimp on the goop!

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Vincent

1 months ago

C: Yeah, that's a common mistake. Make sure to apply it before trying to boot up again.

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Cecilia

1 months ago

B: No, I totally forgot! That must be the issue.

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Ocie

2 months ago

A: Did you remember to apply thermal paste to the CPU?

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Lashunda

3 months ago

I think the user did not seat the GPU correctly, that's why the issue is happening.

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Jospeh

3 months ago

I disagree, I believe the problem is that the user did not apply thermal paste to the CPU.

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Nobuko

3 months ago

Definitely the fan issue. You can't just let the CPU run without cooling, that's a recipe for disaster!

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Lenna

2 months ago

B: Yeah, I think that's the issue. I'll check that now.

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Orville

2 months ago

A: Did you make sure to plug in the processor's fan?

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Elenora

3 months ago

I think the issue is that the user did not plug in the processor's fan.

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