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Enter a keyword...   ...or choose a category. choose one... Communications Computer Industry Companies Computer Science Data Graphics Hardware Internet and Online Services Mobile Computing Multimedia Networks Operating Systems Programming Software Standards Types of Computers World Wide Web   slot Last modified: Tuesday, October 30, 2001  An opening in a computer where you can insert a printed circuit board. Slots are often called expansion slots because they allow you to expand the capabilities of a computer. The boards you insert in expansion slots are called expansion boards or add-on boards. Do not confuse slots with bays. Bays are sites within the computer where you can install disk drives. Typically, slots are in the back of the computer and bays are in the front.   Processor Sockets and Slots  Describes socket and slot standards and other issues related to mating processors to the system motherboard. This page is from "The PC Guide." Processor Physical Characteristics Discusses the physical properties of processors. Includes information on processor manufacturing, physical chip characteristics, power and voltage, cooling and packaging, and sockets and slots. Related Categories Connectors, Plugs and Sockets Hardware Related Terms bay cartridge chassis expansion board expansion slot printed circuit board Shopping slot Products Compare Products,Prices and Stores Shop by Category: Toys 1612 Store Offers Office Supplies 783 Store Offers Tools and Accessories 1955 Store Offers Tape Drives 263 Model Matches Sport and Outdoor 8439 Store Offers

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