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CompTIA Server+ 2005 (SK0 002)
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What
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| CompTIA's Server+ certification offers industry recognition of server administration, troubleshooting, and management. This online training course equips you with all you need to know in order to pass the 2005 edition of the Server+ test (SK0 002). Learners will be presented with an up to date look at current server networking strategies from both the installation and servicing perspectives. |
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Server Basics |
- Describe different server systems
- Discuss the differences between general purpose, appliance and application servers
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- Describe different server types
- Explain how to use multi tiered server architectures
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Server Availability |
- Discuss the effects of server failure and reliability
- Explain the concepts of clustering and scalability
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- Calculate high availability
- Differentiate between fault tolerance and failover
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Multiprocessing and Server Memory |
- Define the different types of multiprocessing systems
- Explain the advantages and disadvantages to multiprocessing
- Define multiprocessing systems
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- Discuss different types of RAM and where they are to be used
- Explain the purpose of the buffer and the cache in terms of system memory
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Server Bus Architecture |
- Describe the various local bus interfaces and chipsets
- Discuss the various high performance I/O interfaces
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- Explain bus mastering
- List hardware technologies related to bus mastering
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SCSI Systems |
- Discuss the development of the SCSI standard
- Explain the details of SCSI bus speeds and widths
- Discuss different types of SCSI connectors and cables
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- Explain the different methods that can be used for terminating a SCSI chain
- Explain how SCSI addressing is handled
- Describe different Internet applications of the SCSI standard
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IDE/ATA and RAID Systems |
- Discuss the parallel ATA interface standards
- List serial ATA interface standards
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- Explain the phases of network storage
- Discuss the various RAID systems
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Advanced Storage Arrays |
- Explain the benefits of Fibre Channel
- Discuss the storage arrays Fibre Channel can use
- Compare the storage devices that Fibre Channel uses
- Identify the different cable, connector and converter types Fibre Channel uses
- Describe the use of SAN, NAS, iSCSI and FCIP for network storage
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- Explain how Fibre Channel transmission speeds are determined
- Compare the bus lengths and topologies available to Fibre Channel
- Explain how Fibre Channel bridges allow Fibre Channel to be used with other storage technologies
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Installing Hardware |
- Discuss the need for installation planning and verification
- Discuss the power sources, cabling, and hardware a server installation requires
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- Explain the network protocols, access protocols, and network infrastructure involved in a server installation
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Server Management and Configuration |
- Determine the manageability elements of a network, both data and storage
- Explain the functions of security management over SANs and NAS infrastructures
- Define the roles of in band and out of band virtualization with networked storage environments
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- Determine valid reasons for updating a server network using a preplanning method
- Define the peripheral cabling types such as USB, FireWire, and serial ATA
- Explain the importance of backup and recovery plans
- Determine the differences between the ESCON, telecom, and ESCOM models
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Preparing the Server for Service |
- Name the two most commonly used network management protocols
- List the essential services that a system monitoring agent must provide
- Explain the purpose of performing a server baseline
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- Specify what documents should be kept for troubleshooting purposes
- List what is included in a server management plan
- Explain the importance and requirements of a server network security plan
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Upgrading the Basic System |
- Determine proper downtime schedules for system upgrades
- Perform basic system upgrades to BIOS, firmware, and processors
- Determine best practices for handling ESD and grounds
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- Build documentation procedures, including creating the baseline for future upgrades
- Explain the differences in backup and data recover options
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Adapters, Peripherals, Monitoring Agents and Service Tools |
- Upgrade service adapter cards and peripheral devices
- Choose a UPS for your system
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- Identify types of server monitoring and management
- Describe network management protocols
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Maintenance and Environmental Issues |
- Discuss the importance of performing backups and proactive maintenance
- Explain the fundamentals of server security and the importance of physical security
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- Establish antitheft devices for all system hardware, including server racks
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Server Problem Determination |
- Escalate problems properly
- Evaluate the server startup process for problems
- Use hardware diagnostic tools and utilities
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- Determine if a server problem is caused by configuration errors, hardware failures or software problems
- Shut down different server operating systems
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Troubleshooting |
- Measure, document, and analyze performance data
- Identify and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks
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- Discuss the importance of rescheduling tasks and balancing resources
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Disaster Recovery |
- Create, update, and implement a disaster recovery plan
- Select the best hardware and media to backup your data
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- Create a backup schedule and a backup rotation scheme
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Practice Exam |
- Register for the exam and schedule a time for testing
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- Complete the practice exams
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