Expansion Card Compatibility

Correct Answer: Upgrade the RAM and add a GPU in the available PCIe slot.

the most appropriate solution for the client who needs to upgrade their computer's RAM and install a GPU, with only one PCIe slot available, is: Upgrade the RAM and add a GPU in the available PCIe slot. This solution works because: The RAM upgrade does not require a PCIe slot. RAM sticks are installed in dedicated RAM slots on the motherboard. The GPU can be installed in the available PCIe slot. Therefore, both upgrades can be completed simultaneously without the need for additional PCIe slots.

Correct Answer: The new motherboard lacks a compatible PCIe slot

If the WiFi adapter was working on the old motherboard, the most likely reason it's unrecognized now is that the new motherboard lacks a compatible PCIe slot for the adapter. It's unlikely that the adapter, USB ports, RAM, or power supply are suddenly causing the issue since the WiFi adapter worked before the upgrade.

Correct Answer: Install an extension card that provides additional PCIe slots

The most effective usage of the remaining PCIe x1 slot is to install an extension card that provides additional PCIe slots. This allows the client to expand the PCIe capabilities of their motherboard, enabling them to install a high-performance GPU in one of the new slots provided by the extension card. Cutting the PCIe x1 slot to fit the GPU is not a viable solution as it would likely damage the motherboard and not provide the necessary power and data connections. Buying a PCIe x1 GPU is not ideal because GPUs designed for the x1 form factor have significantly lower performance compared to standard gaming GPUs. Installing a USB-C adapter would not help in this situation as it does not provide a PCIe connection for a GPU.