A Technician Disassembles a Desktop Computer

Multiple Choice

A technician disassembles a desktop computer. After completely reassembling the unit, the technician observes that the motherboard standoffs were not installed. Read each statement below and select the one that best explains how the technician should handle the situation.

A) There is always a screw or washer left over. These things actually donʹt make a difference in the performance of the computer.
B) Start up the computer and take no other action if it works.
C) Correctly install the standoffs to prevent grounding problems or worse.
D) Push the standoffs against the traces until the traces touch the metal case and tape the standoffs in place. Boot the computer and complete the system check-up.