CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) — Question 61

After a technician installs a new motherboard, the computer will not start and fails POST. The technician verifies the power supply is functioning as expected, and the CPU is installed correctly. Which of the following steps should the technician complete next?

Answer options

• A. Flash the BIOS.
• B. Check the CMOS battery.
• C. Reseat the RAM.
• D. Reinstall the old motherboard.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

Reseating the RAM is a necessary step as improperly seated RAM can cause POST failures. Flashing the BIOS or checking the CMOS battery may not address the immediate issue, and reinstalling the old motherboard is not ideal if the new one is meant to be functional.