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| Component | Purpose | Key Info |
|---|---|---|
| CPU Socket | Houses processor | LGA (Intel), AM4/AM5 (AMD) |
| RAM Slots | Memory modules | DDR4/DDR5, dual-channel |
| Chipset | Manages communication | Northbridge/Southbridge (legacy) |
| BIOS/UEFI | Firmware | Boot settings, hardware config |
| CMOS Battery | Maintains BIOS settings | CR2032, replace if settings lost |
| Type | Technology | Speed | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDD | Spinning platters | ~150 MB/s | Mass storage, backups |
| SATA SSD | Flash memory | ~550 MB/s | General use, OS drive |
| NVMe SSD | Flash + PCIe | ~3500+ MB/s | Performance, gaming |
| USB Flash | Portable flash | Varies | File transfer, portable |
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