An IT specialist sets up a new computer for a user who requires a high-end video card and the fastest hard drive possible. Which of the following connectors should the specialist verify are available on the motherboard? (Select two).
PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) is required for high-end video cards.
NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) utilizes the M.2 or PCIe interface for the fastest SSD performance.
From CompTIA A+ 220-1101 Official Study Guide, Objective 3.2 – Motherboard expansion slots and storage interfaces:
“High-end video cards require a PCIe slot, while NVMe drives use M.2 (PCIe) slots for the highest data transfer rates.”
Verified Source:
CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) Official Study Guide, Chapter 3: Motherboard & Storage
CompTIA Exam Objectives 220-1101, Domain 3.2
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