CompTIA A+ Certification (Part1 of 2)

CompTIA A+ Certification (Part1 of 2)

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Oct 2018
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What you will learn

• Identify the hardware components of personal computers

• Identify network components

• Setup a personal computer along with display screen

• Install peripheral devices and accessories with personal computers

• Manage personal data storage

• Understand network technologies

• Support and troubleshoot mobile devices

• Install and troubleshoot printers and scanners

Description

The CompTIA A+ certification course is a preparatory course for the CompTIA A+ certification exam. It is a vendor-neutral and internationally recognized certification which covers the fundamental concepts of an entry-level IT infrastructure. An A+ certified professional has the knowledge of installing, configuring and troubleshooting common personal computer systems.

CompTIA A+ Certification training course covers PC hardware and peripherals, mobile device hardware, networking and troubleshooting hardware and network connectivity issues. It is a basic course that helps the candidates to establish their credentials in the field of IT troubleshooting and support.


Content

Course Introduction

Course Introduction
Introduction to Instructors - Sandra Batakis
Introduction to Instructors - Ken Mayer

Section 01 - Configuring BIOS

Configuring BIOS
Firmware
Firmware Upgrades
The System BIOS
The POST
BIOS Configuration Options
BIOS Diagnostics
BIOS Monitoring Capabilities
BIOS Memory
BIOS Components
Monitoring Internal Components
Demo - HWMonitor
Monitoring Internal Components (cont.)
Demo - SpeedFan
Section 01 - Quiz

Section 02 - Motherboards

Motherboards
Motherboard Sizes/Form Factors
Power Supplies
Cooling Systems
Common Computer Components
The Motherboard
RAM Slots
Integrated I/O Port Types
Chipsets
CMOS Battery
Live Demo - Replacing CMOS Battery
CPU Sockets
Intel CPU Socket Types
AMD CPU Socket Types
Cache
CPU Operational Characteristics
CPU Selection Factors
Cooling System Types
Cooling System Selection Factors
Live Demo - Cooling Method
Section 02 - Quiz

Section 03 - Expansion Slots

Expansion Slots
Expansion Cards
Expansion Slots
Riser Cards
Live Demo - Riser Card
Fan Connectors
Live Demo - Cooling Fins and a Fan
Live Demo - Processor Fan
Bus Speeds
Motherboard Power Connectors
Live Demo - Motherboard Power Connectors
Motherboard Selection Tips
Motherboard Installation Considerations
Live Demo - Motherboard
The CPU
The System Bus
Live Demo - Inside of the Computer
Live Demo - Bus Slots
Live Demo - Outside of the Computer
Live Demo - Outside of the Computer Part 2
Live Demo - Outside of the Computer (Cont.)
Live Demo - Outside of the Computer (Last Part)
Section 03 - Quiz

Section 04 - RAM Types and Features

RAM Types and Features
Memory
RAM Modules
Single-Sided and Double-Sided Memory
RAM Configurations
Types of RAM
ECC
Parity
RAM Characteristics
Section 04 - Quiz

Section 05 - Install and Configure PC Expansion Cards

Install and Configure PC Expansion Cards
Ports
Computer Connections
Serial Connections
Parallel Connections
USB Connections
IEEE 1394 and FireWire Connections
SCSI Connections
PATA Connections
SATA Connections
Display Cable and Connector Types
Audio/Video Connections
Comparing Analog and Digital Video
Wireless Device Connections
Front Panel Connectors
Live Demo - Serial Connectors
Live Demo - USB Connectors
Live Demo - FireWire Cable
Live Demo - SATA Cable
Live Demo - Identifying Video Adapter Types
Network | Firewire | Thunderbolt Cards - Installation
Modem Cards | Wireless Cards | TV Tuner Video Capture Cards
Section 05 - Quiz

Section 06 - Install and Configure Storage Devices

Install and Configure Storage Devices
Install and Configure Storage Devices (Cont.)
Storage Devices
Optical Drives
Optical Disks
Live Demo - Optical Drive Connections
Hard Drives
Types of Hard Drives
Magnetic Hard Disk Drive Speeds
Live Demo - Drive Identification
Solid State Storage
Types of Solid State Storage
Solid State | Flash Drives
Media Capacity
RAID Standards
Common RAID Types
Internal Storage Device Considerations
External Storage Device Considerations
Demo - Installing an Internal Storage Device
Tape Drives
Section 06 - Quiz

Section 07 - CPU's and Cooling Methods

CPU's and Cooling Methods
CPU Types and Characteristics
CPU Characteristics: Cooling Techniques
Demo - CPU - Z
Demo - Windows Task Manager
Section 07 - Quiz

Section 08 - PC Connection Interfaces

PC Connection Interfaces
Physical Connections: USB
Physical Connections: Firewire
Physical Connections: SATA
SATA Cables and Ports
Physical Connections: VGA
Physical Connections: HDMI
Physical Connections: DVI
Physical Connections: Thunderbolt
Physical Connections: Characteristics
Wireless Connections: Bluetooth
Wireless Connections: IR
Wireless Connections: NFC
Section 08 - Quiz

Section 09 - Power Supplies

Power Supplies
Power Supply Specifications
Power Supply Connections
Live Demo - Peripheral Power Connector
Power Supply Safety Recommendations
Selecting the Right Power Supply
Live Demo - Modern Power Supply
Live Demo - Modern Power Supply (Cont.)
Live Demo - Legacy Power Supply
Live Demo - Legacy Power Supply (Cont.)
Section 09 - Quiz

Section 10 - Custom Computer Specifications

Custom Computer Specifications
What is a Standard Client?
Client Requirements
Virtualization Workstation
Virtualization Workstation Requirements
Media Design Workstations
Media Design Workstation Requirements
Audio/Video Editing Workstations
Audio/Video Editing Hardware Requirements
Gaming PCs
Gaming PC Requirements
Home Theater PC
Home Theater PC Requirements
Home Server PC
Home Server Requirements
Section 10 - Quiz

Section 11 - Installing Displays

Installing Displays
Display Device Types
Display Device Settings and Features
Device Drivers
Display Device Selection Tips
Display Device Installation Considerations
Demo - Configuring Display Devices
Backlighting
Monitor Panel Types
Plasma Display
OLED (Organic Light -emitting Diode)
Multiple Displays
Display Terminology
Section 11 - Quiz

Section 12 - PC Connectors

PC Connectors
DVI to HDMI
USB Ports
USB Ports | Power
USB Cables
USB to Ethernet
Section 12 - Quiz

Section 13 - Installing Peripheral

Installing Peripheral
Standard Input Device Types
Biometric Input Device Types
Specialized Input Device Types
KVM Switches
Input Device Selection Tips
Input Device Installation Considerations
Demo - Configuring Input Devices
Expansion Card Types
Card Selection Tips
Card Installation Considerations
Expansion Card Configuration
Multimedia Devices
Common Multimedia Devices
Multimedia Device Selection Tips
Multimedia Device Installation Considerations
Multimedia Device Configuration
Section 13 - Quiz

Section 14 - Installing Multifunction Devices and SOHO Networks

Installing Multifunction Devices and SOHO Networks
SOHO Networks
Firewalls and SOHO Networks
DMZs
NAT Implementations
WPS
Basic QoS
802.11 Wireless Standards
WAPs
SSID
Encryption
Wireless Encryption Types
Router Settings and Configurations
Live Demo - Configure Router
Common SOHO Security Methods
Wireless Security
SOHO Wireless Security Methods
Wireless Client Configuration Options
Section 14 - Quiz

Section 15 - Printer Technologies

Printer Technologies
Printers
An MFD
Laser Printers
The Laser Print Process
Inkjet Printers
The Inkjet Print Process
Duplexing
Thermal Printers
Thermal Print Processes
Impact Printers
The Impact Print Process
Chapter 15 - Quiz

Section 16 - Printer Maintenance

Printer Maintenance
Technical Printer Components
Printer Supplies and Media
Printer Driver Types
Printer Driver Compatibility
Local and Network-Based Printers
Print Device Sharing
Printer Configuration Options
Printer Maintenance
Live Demo - Printers
Demo - Installing a Local Printer
Demo - Virtual Printing
Section 16 - Quiz

Section 17 - Networking

Networking
Network Interface Card Characteristics
Twisted Pair Cables
Types of Twisted Pair Cable
PVC Cable and Plenum Cabling
Twisted Pair Connectors
Coaxial Cables
Coaxial Cable and Connector Types
Live Demo - Coax and Coax Networks
Live Demo - Coax and Coax Networks (Cont.)
Fiber Optic Cables
Fiber Optic Cable Types
Fiber Optic Connector Types
Cable Types | Definitions
Types of COAX Cables
Section 17 - Quiz

Section 18 - Properties and Characteristics of TCP/IP

Properties and Characteristics of TCP/IP
TCP/IP
IPv4 Addresses
Subnet Masks
Gateways
IP Address Classes
IPv6 Addresses
The IPv6 Address Format
IPv4 vs. IPv6
Addressing Schemes
Static vs. Dynamic Addressing
DHCP
DNS
Client-Side DNS
Demo - Identifying Your Computer's TCP/IP Information
Section 18 - Quiz

Section 19 - TCP vs. UDP

TCP vs. UDP
Ports
TCP vs. UDP
Port Ranges
Common Ports
LDAP
SNMP
SSH
SFTP
SMB
Section 19 - Quiz

Section 20 - Wi-Fi Networking Standards and Encryption Types

Wi-Fi Networking Standards and Encryption Types
Standards
Section 20 - Quiz

Section 21 - Install and Configure SOHO Wireless/Wired Router

Install and Configure SOHO Wireless/Wired Router
Setting up your Router
SOHO Wireless Router Features
Port Descriptions
Port Descriptions (Cont.)
Creating Address Objects
Define Appropriate NAT Policies
Opening Ports to allow Service behind Firewall
Creating Firewall Access Rules
Other Router Options
Demo - Setting up SonicWALL SOHO Router
Section 21 - Quiz

Section 22 - Architecture and Internet Connection Types

Architecture and Internet Connection Types
LANs
WANs
PANs
MANs
VPNs
Ethernet
Network Topologies
Network Device Types and Features
ISPs
Broadband Communications
Internet Connection Types and Features
Section 22 - Quiz

Section 23 - Networking Tools

Networking Tools
Cable Testers
Crimpers
Multimeter
Toner Probe
Loopback Plug
Punch Down Tool
Networking Utilities
Demo - Identifying Networking Tools
Section 23 - Quiz

Section 24 - Laptop Hardware Components

Laptop Hardware Components
Laptops
Laptop Hardware Components
Types of Laptop Displays
Laptop Display Components
Internal Laptop Components
Laptop Expansion Options
Special Function Keys
Laptop Docking Solutions
Laptop Locks
Laptop Power Supplies and Batteries
Demo - Power Options
Auto -Switching and Fixed Input Power Supplies
Laptop Cooling Considerations
General Laptop Support Guidelines
Live Demo - Inside of Laptop
Section 24 - Quiz

Section 25 - Mobile Devices

Mobile Devices
What is Mobile Technology?
Mobile Operating Systems
Smartphones
Tablet PCs
Tablets vs. Laptops
Mobile Device Features
Mobile Security
Mobile Device Security Techniques
Network Configuration Settings
Bluetooth Configuration Methods
The Bluetooth Pairing Process
Data Synchronization
Synchronization Requirements
Email Configuration Methods
Email Server and Configuration Settings
Section 25 - Quiz

Section 26 - Mobile Device Ports and Accessories

Mobile Device Ports and Accessories
Mobile Device Connection Types
Mobile Device Hotspots / Tethering
Mobile Device Accessories
Mobile Device Credit Card Readers
Troubleshooting Mobile Devices | No Display
Troubleshooting Mobile Devices | Keypad Symptoms
Troubleshooting Mobile Devices | Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Mobile Devices | Improper Charging
Troubleshooting Mobile Devices: All
Section 26 - Quiz

Section 27 - Troubleshooting Theory

Troubleshooting Theory
Introduction to Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Models
Troubleshooting Template Forms
Unexpected Shutdowns
System Lockups
POST Beep Codes
Why did my time reset?
Boot to Incorrect Device
Continuous Reboots
Introduction to Common Symptoms
Date and Time Settings Reset
Common Symptoms
Common Symptoms (Cont.)
PC Indicator Lights
Common System Troubleshooting Tools
Common System Troubleshooting Tools (Cont.)
Common CPU Issues
Common Cooling System Issues
Common Motherboard Issues
Repair vs. Replace
Common RAM Issues
Common External Power Source Problems
Common Power Supply Problems
Power Supply Troubleshooting Considerations
Section 27 - Quiz

Section 28 - Troubleshooting RAID Arrays and Hard Drives

Troubleshooting RAID Arrays and Hard Drives
Drive and Array Troubleshooting Tools
Common Hard Drive Symptoms
Common RAID Array Issues
SATA Troubleshooting Tips
PATA Troubleshooting Tips
SCSI Troubleshooting Tips
Toolkits
Demo - CHKDSK | FORMAT
Demo - Diskpart
Demo - Defrag Tools
Section 28 - Quiz

Section 29 - Troubleshooting Video

Troubleshooting Video
Common Video and Display Issues
Section 29 - Quiz

Section 30 - Troubleshooting Network Issues

Troubleshooting Network Issues
Troubleshooting Network Issues (Cont.)
Common Network Issues
Network Troubleshooting Utilities
Network Troubleshooting Tools
Demo - Troubleshooting Network Issues
Section 30 - Quiz

Section 31 - Troubleshooting Printers

Troubleshooting Printers
Common Printer Troubleshooting Tools
Printer Software Tools
Common Printer Symptoms
Printer Troubleshooting Tools
Printer Tools: Toner Vacuum
Section 31 - Quiz

Section 32 - Windows Operating Systems

Windows Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows (Cont.)
Microsoft Windows Features
Windows 10 New Features
Windows 10 Upgrades
Microsoft Windows 7 Versions
Microsoft Windows Vista Versions
Microsoft Windows XP Versions
Other Operating Systems
Windows System Requirements
Hardware Compatibility
Boot Methods
Imaging
Installation Types
Third Party Drivers
Partitioning
Partitioning Types
Volumes
Partitioning and File System Types
Customizing System Options
Updates
Factory Recovery Partition
Microsoft Product Activation
Demo - Installing Microsoft Windows
In-Place Upgrades
Supported Upgrade Paths
Compatibility Tools
Section 32 - Quiz

Section 33 - Command Line Tools

Command Line Tools
The Command Prompt
Operating System Command Line Tools
Networking Command Line Tools
The Recovery Console
WinRE
Section 33 - Quiz

Section 34 - Microsoft Operating System Features and Tools

Microsoft Operating System Features and Tools
Administrative Tools
Demo - Computer Management
Device Manager
Local Users and Groups
Demo - Performance Monitor
Demo - Services
Task Manager
Disk Management
Migration Tools
Demo - System Configuration
Demo - Task Scheduler
Component Services
Data Sources
Demo - Print Management
Memory Diagnostic Tool
The Registry
Registry Subtrees
Run Line Utilities
Demo - Exploring Administrative Tools
Demo - Using Computer Management and Device Manager
Demo - Using Task Manager
Demo - Exploring System Configuration Settings and Information
MSConfig
Demo - System Restore
Demo - Windows Update
Section 34 - Quiz

Section 35 - Control Panel Utilities

Control Panel Utilities
The Control Panel
Windows XP Control Panel Utilities
Windows Vista Control Panel Utilities
Windows 7 Control Panel Utilities
Demo - Exploring the Windows 7 Control Panel
Internet Options
Display
User Accounts
Folder Options
Types of User Accounts
User Account Control
Group Accounts
System Files and Folders
Windows Explorer
Computer/My Computer
File Extensions
File Attributes
Windows File System Types
Permissions
NTFS File Permissions
NTFS Folder Permissions
Shared Files and Folders
Share Permissions
NTFS vs. Share Permissions
Permissions Considerations
User Authentication
User Authentication (Cont.)
Demo - Viewing File Extensions
Demo - Exploring NTFS Permissions
System
Windows Firewall
Power Options
Action Center
Section 35 - Quiz

Section 36 - Windows Networking on Client Desktops

Windows Networking on Client Desktops
Workgroups
Homegroups
Domains
Directory Services
Windows Networking Options
Demo - Joining a Computer to a Domain
Network Shares
Demo - Creating a Network Share
Network Connection Types
Proxy Settings
Remote Desktop
Network Location Settings
Firewall Settings
Alternative IP Address Configuration Methods
Network Card Properties
Live Demo - Network Cards and Cables
Live Demo - Network Cards and Cables (Cont.)
Section 36 - Quiz

Section 37 - Preventative Maintenance

Preventative Maintenance
Data Backup and Restoration
Maintenance Tools
Scheduling Tasks
Patch Management
Managing Updates
Demo - Performing Preventive Maintenance
Demo - Microsoft Windows Defender
Demo - Backup and Restore
Section 37 - Quiz

Section 38 - Features and Functionality of the Mac OS and Linux Operating System

Features and Functionality of the Mac OS and Linux Operating Systems
Patch Management in Mac OS X and Linux
Disk Maintenance: Mac OS X
Disk Maintenance: Linux
Mac OS X and Linux launchd and cron
Mac OS X Backups
Linux Backups
Mac OS X Antivirus
Screen Sharing
Force Quit Mac OS X
Key Chain
Spotlight
iCloud
Mac OS Multitouch Gestures - Touchscreen
Mac OS X Finder
Mac OS X Dock
Mac OS X Boot Camp
Basic Linux Commands
Basic Linux Commands (Continued)
Section 38 - Quiz

Section 39 - Client Side Virtualization

Client Side Virtualization
What is Virtualization?
Types of Virtualization
Components of a Virtual Environment
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
Virtualization Requirements
Windows Client Virtualization Solutions
Demo - Creating a VM on Windows 7
Section 39 - Quiz

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Reviews

Jake
April 27, 2021
the course is fine. I don't mind that its dry since most of it is unless you just get the jollies from PCI slots, but the big dissapointment was the tests where just to dumbed down or simple to the point it almost makes you miss the questions. "this cant be it? its to obvious!" worded poorly or sometimes just odd especially on form factors when they just went over atx, mini-atx, then askes you what is a proper form factor.(computer towner, desktop, mini tower)..what??? yes those are names or nicknames for it but I wouldn't go as far as calling them form factors!
Samuel
September 20, 2019
The course is a very helpful one and it gives a lot of raw info. However, one needs to get more info from elsewhere in order to pass the comptia a+ comfortably.
Stephen
January 3, 2019
so far so good- i'd like to see questions types for the sections covered -similar to a short summary at the end of each.
Chad
December 24, 2018
This is so far pretty decent. I remember learning most of this like 10 years ago. But similar to what we are needed now.
Nettie
August 8, 2018
I think it is a match. I am looking forward to more information. The reason I give it 3.5 stars, is the speed of the course. I am taking notes, which slows me down some. I've slowed the course to 0.75 speed.

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