ICT - 7

MULTIMEDIA STORAGE DEVICES

EXPECTATIONS
After completing this lesson, you should be able to:
1. identify the different multimedia storage devices;
2. understand functions, advantages & disadvantages of the different
multimedia storage devices;
3. appreciate the importance of learning the different multimedia storage
devices.

PRETEST
DIRECTION: Read the following statement carefully. Choose the best
answer by encircling the letter of your answer.
1. These are device that are installed inside the system unit or inside a laptop or
mini laptop.
a. Hard Disk Drive c. Internal Storage Devices
b. Hybrid Hard Drive d. Solid State Drive
2. A storage device that uses magnetic storage disk to store data.
a. Hard Disk Drive c. Internal Storage Devices
b. Hybrid Hard Drive d. Solid State Drive
3. It is a combination of Hard Disk Drive and Solid State Drive technology.
a. Hard Disk Drive c. Internal Storage Devices
b. Hybrid Hard Drive d. Solid State Drive
4. This used Non-Volatile Memory to store data.
a. Hard Disk Drive c. Internal Storage Devices
b. Hybrid Hard Drive d. Solid State Drive
5. These are devices that contain all the addressable data storage that is not inside
a computer's main storage or memory
a. External Storage Devices c. External Hard Drive
b. Compact Disc d. USB Flash Drive
6. These are portable storage device that usually uses USB technology or E-SATA
technology.
a. External Storage Devices c. External Hard Drive
b. Compact Disc d. USB Flash Drive
7. It is a flat round portable storage medium that can be used to record, store and
play back audio, video and other data.
a. External Storage Devices c. External Hard Drive
b. Compact Disc d. USB Flash Drive

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8. It is a data storage device that includes flash memory with an integrated USB
interface and typically removable, rewritable and much smaller than an
optical disc.
a. External Storage Devices c. External Hard Drive
b. Compact Disc d. USB Flash Drive
9. It is a disc capable of storing large amounts of data on one disc the size of a
standard Compact Disc.
a. Digital Versatile Disc c. Blu-ray Disc
b. Compact Disc d. USB Flash Drive
10. This device is capable of storing up to 25 GB on a single-layer disc and 50 GB
on a dual-layer disc.
a. Digital Versatile Disc c. Blu-ray Disc
b. Compact Disc d. USB Flash Drive

RECAP
DIRECTION: Label the following components of the Motherboard. Write your
answer on the space provided before the number.

1. ____________________ 2. _____________________

5. ________________________

3. __________________ 4. ___________________

_________________________6.

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_________________________7.

_________________________8.

_________________________9.

________________________10.

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 LESSON

MULTIMEDIA STORAGE DEVICES

The storage devices are one of the most important components of the
computer system. They are the data storage devices that are used to store the
data. The computer has many types of data storage devices. Some of them
can be classified as the Internal Storage Devices and External Storage
Devices.

INTERNAL STORAGE DEVICES

Internal storage device/s are devices that are installed or prebuilt in a
computer system. These devices vary in types and storage capacities. The
following are examples of Internal Storage Devices.

1. Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

 This is the computer's main storage
device used to store all data on the computer
permanently using magnetic
storage disk.
 There are two types of HDD according to its
connector:
a. SATA (Serial ATA)
b. EIDE (Enhanced Integrated Drive
Electronics)

Advantages of Hard Disk Drives:

a. Capable of holding vast amounts
of data at affordable prices
b. Fast read and write speeds
c. Reliable technology
d. Relatively small in size

Disadvantages of Hard Disk Drives:

a. Due to the nature of its moving parts, they will eventually wear
and break
b. Although very fast, waiting for the moving parts means it will
never perform as fast as solid state drives
c. More fragile and less robust than a solid state drive
d. Higher power consumption than a SSD
e. Some noise is created by the moving parts

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2. Hybrid Hard Drive (HHD)
 HHD or Hybrid Hard Drive is a combination of
Hard Disk Drive and Solid State Drive technology.
 They’re bigger than Solid State Drive (SSD) and
faster than a plain-old mechanical drive.

3. Solid State Drive (SSD)

 Non-volatile storage devices capable of
holding large amounts of data.
 Perform faster than traditional hard disk
drives, however they are significantly more
expensive.

Advantages of solid state drives:

a. Extremely fast read/write speeds
b. Small in physical size and very light,
ideal for portable devices
c. No moving parts to wear, fail or get
damaged – ideal for making portable computers and devices
more reliable and durable
d. Uses less power than a HDD, increasing battery life time
e. Very quiet
f. Generates less heat

Disadvantages of Solid State Drive:

a. Expensive
b. Limited in capacity due to the expense

EXTERNAL STORAGE DEVICES

External storage devices, also referred to as auxiliary storage and
secondary storage, are devices that contain all the addressable data storage
that is not inside a computer's main storage or memory. Basically, external
storage devices are removable & portable. The following are examples of
External Storage Devices.

1. External Hard Drive

 Also known as a portable hard drive, is a
device that is connected outside of a
computer system.
 Portable storage device that usually uses
ATA, USB technology or E-SATA technology.

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2. USB Flash Drive
 Also known as data stick, pen drive, keychain
drive and thumb drive.
 It is a data storage device that includes flash
memory with an integrated USB interface and
typically removable, rewritable and much
smaller than an optical disc.

Advantages of USB Flash Drive:

a. Portable - small and lightweight
b. Durability - flash has no moving parts to damage
c. Range of capacities available
d. Fast speeds, with no moving parts of boot up time

Disadvantages of USB Flash Drive:

a. Limited number of write cycles possible
b. Limited storage capacities
c. Expensive storage option compared to a HDD

3. Compact Disk (CD)

 It is a flat, round storage device that can be read
by a laser in an Optical Disc Drive and capable of
storing data up to 700 MB.
 Applicable for Audio, Video and small amounts of
data

Types of Compact Disc:

a. CD-ROM (Read Only) - the data is permanently written to the disc
at the point of manufacture.
b. CD-R (Recordable) - blank discs that can be burnt (written to)
once.
c. CD-RW (Re-writable)- - blank discs that can be burnt (written to)
over and over again (can be erased and reused many times).

4. Digital Versatile Disc

 A disc capable of storing large amounts of data
up to 4.7 GB compared to compact disc.
 Data can be stored and retrieved using Optical
Disc Drive
 Applicable for standard definition movies and
data

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 Types of Digital Versatile Disc:
a. DVD-ROM (Read Only) - the data is permanently written to the
disc at the point of manufacture.
b. DVD-R (Recordable)- blank discs that can be burnt (written to)
once.
c. DVD-RW (Re-writable)- blank discs that can be burnt (written to)
over and over again (can be erased and reused many times).

5. Blu Ray Disc

 An optical disc capable of storing data from 25
GB up to 128 GB
 The name "Blu-ray" refers to the blue laser
(which is actually a violet laser) used to write and
read the disc
 Applicable for HD videos and large amounts of
data

Types of Blu Ray Disc:

a. Blu-Ray-ROM (Read Only) - the data is permanently written to
the disc at the point of manufacture.
b. BD-R (Recordable)- blank discs that can be burnt (written to)
once.
c. BD-RE (Re-writable) - blank discs that can be burnt (written to)
over and over again (can be erased and reused many times).

ACTIVITIES
Activity # 1: IDENTIFICATION
Direction: Identify what is being asked in the following statements. Write
your answer on the space provided.

_________________1. This is the computer's main storage device used to store

all data on the computer permanently using magnetic storage disk.
_________________2. These devices perform faster than traditional hard disk drives,
however they are significantly more expensive.
_________________3. These devices are installed or prebuilt in a computer
system.
___________________4. It is a combination of Hard Disk Drive and Solid State Drive
technology.

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___________________5. These are also referred to as auxiliary storage and
secondary storage, devices that contain all the addressable data storage that
is not inside a computer's main storage or memory.
___________________6. Also known as a portable hard drive, is a device that is
connected outside of a computer system.
___________________7. It is a data storage device that includes flash memory with an
integrated USB interface and typically removable, rewritable and much smaller than
an optical disc.
___________________8. It is a flat, round storage device that can be read by a laser in
an Optical Disc Drive and capable of storing data up to 700 MB.
___________________9. A disc capable of storing large amounts of data up to 4.7 GB
compared to compact disc.
___________________10. An optical disc capable of storing data from 25 GB up to 128
GB.

Activity # 2: COMPLETE THE TABLE

Direction: Complete the table below by listing the Internal and External
Storage Devices.

Internal Storage Devices External Storage Devices

1. 4.
2. 5.
3. 6.
7.
8.

WRAP–UP
DIRECTION: Complete the following sentences base on what you’ve learn.

1. Internal Storage Devices are ___________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________.

2. External Storage Devices are____________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________.

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 , VALUING

DIRECTION: Read the following questions carefully. State your answer in two
to three sentences each number on the space provided.

1. What do you think are the importance of learning the different media
storage devices?
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________

2. How will you use the knowledge you acquired about this lesson?
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________

POST TEST
DIRECTION: Identify the following components of system unit. Write your answer
on the space provided.
1. These are device that are installed inside the system unit or inside a laptop or
mini laptop.
a. Hard Disk Drive c. Internal Storage Devices
b. Hybrid Hard Drive d. Solid State Drive
2. A storage device that uses magnetic storage disk to store data.
a. Hard Disk Drive c. Internal Storage Devices
b. Hybrid Hard Drive d. Solid State Drive
3. It is a combination of Hard Disk Drive and Solid State Drive technology.
a. Hard Disk Drive c. Internal Storage Devices
b. Hybrid Hard Drive d. Solid State Drive
4. This used Non-Volatile Memory to store data.
a. Hard Disk Drive c. Internal Storage Devices
b. Hybrid Hard Drive d. Solid State Drive
5. These are devices that contain all the addressable data storage that is not inside
a computer's main storage or memory.
a. External Storage Devices c. External Hard Drive
b. Compact Disc d. USB Flash Drive
6. These are portable storage device that usually uses USB technology or E-SATA
technology.
a. External Storage Devices c. External Hard Drive
b. Compact Disc d. USB Flash Drive

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7. It is a flat round portable storage medium that can be used to record, store and
play back audio, video and other data.
a. External Storage Devices c. External Hard Drive
b. Compact Disc d. USB Flash Drive
8. It is a data storage device that includes flash memory with an integrated USB
interface and typically removable, rewritable and much smaller than an
optical disc.
a. External Storage Devices c. External Hard Drive
b. Compact Disc d. USB Flash Drive
9. It is a disc capable of storing large amounts of data on one disc the size of a
standard Compact Disc.
a. Digital Versatile Disc c. Blu-ray Disc
b. Compact Disc d. USB Flash Drive
10. This device is capable of storing up to 25 GB on a single-layer disc and 50 GB
on a dual-layer disc,.
a. Digital Versatile Disc c. Blu-ray Disc
b. Compact Disc d. USB Flash Drive

KEY TO CORRECTION

10.C
9. A
8. D Blu Ray Disc 8.
7. B Digital Versatile Disc 7.
in any order 6. C Compact Disk (CD) 6.
5. A USB Flash Drive 5.
4. D External Hard Drive 4.
3. B Solid State Drive (SSD) 3.
in any order 2. A Hybrid Hard Drive (HHD) 2.
1. C Hard Disk Drive (HDD) 1.
Post Test Activity # 2:

10.Blu Ray Disc 10.C

9.Digital Versatile Disc 10.DVI Port 9. A
8.Compact Disc 9. Front Panel Pins 8. D
7.USB Flash Drive 8. SATA Port 7. B
6.External Hard Drive 7. CMOS 6. C
5.External storage devices 6. RAM Slot 5. A
5. Audio Port
4.Hybrid Hard Drive (HHD) 4. D
4. VGA Port
3.Internal Storage Devices 3. USB Port 3. B
2.Solid State Drive (SSD) 2. LAN Port 2. A
1.Hard Disk Drive (HDD) 1. HDMI Port 1. C
Activity # 1: RECAP Pretest

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