Computer Hardware Technician (CompTIA A+ 220-1001) Course & Lab

(A-220-1001) / ISBN: 9781644590461
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Computer Hardware Technician (CompTIA A+ 220-1001) Course & Lab

Pass the CompTIA A+ 220-1001 certification exam in your first attempt with the CompTIA A+ course and lab. The lab comes with a well-organized component library for every task. The course and labs help you understand motherboards and CPUs, computer power supplies, memory, computer expansion, network cables and connectors, wireless networking, mobile devices, and how to troubleshoot.
Here's what you will get

By passing 220-1001 and 220-1002 certification exams, you can earn the CompTIA A+ Core Series certification. The 220-1001 exam covers mobile devices, networking technology, hardware, virtualization and cloud computing; and network troubleshooting, while the 220-1002 exam covers installing and configuring operating systems, expanded security, software troubleshooting and operational procedures.

Lessons
  • 17+ Lessons
  • 146+ Quizzes
  • 110+ Flashcards
  • 110+ Glossary of terms
Test Preps
  • 90+ Pre Assessment Questions
  • 90+ Post Assessment Questions
Lab
  • 63+ Performance lab
  • 62+ Video tutorials
  • 19:54+ Hours
Video Lessons
  • 46+ Videos
  • 15:50+ Hours
Here's what you will learn
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  • Module A: Troubleshooting theory
  • Module A: Motherboards
  • Module B: CPUs
  • Summary
  • Module A: Power supply connectors
  • Module B: Power supply installation
  • Module C: Power supply troubleshooting
  • Summary
  • Module A: Read-only memory
  • Module B: Random access memory
  • Summary
  • Module A: Expansion interfaces
  • Module B: Expansion card installation
  • Module C: Connectors and cables
  • Summary
  • Module A: Disk drives
  • Module B: RAID storage
  • Module C: Optical drives
  • Module D: Other storage methods
  • Summary
  • Module A: Input devices
  • Module B: Output devices
  • Module C: Dual input-output devices
  • Summary
  • Module A: Display technologies
  • Module B: Display management
  • Summary
  • Module A: Classifying networks
  • Module B: Network devices
  • Module C: Internet connections
  • Summary
  • Module A: Twisted-pair connections
  • Module B: Coaxial connections
  • Module C: Optical media
  • Summary
  • Module A: TCP/IP settings
  • Module B: Transport protocols
  • Module C: Application protocols
  • Summary
  • Module A: Wireless technology
  • Module B: Wi-Fi standards
  • Module C: SOHO router features
  • Summary
  • Module A: Virtualization
  • Module B: Cloud computing
  • Summary
  • Module A: Mobile device types
  • Module B: Mobile device configuration
  • Module C: Mobile device troubleshooting
  • Summary
  • Module A: Printer technologies
  • Module B: Printer installation and maintenance
  • Module C: Printer troubleshooting
  • Summary
  • Module A: Custom computer considerations
  • Summary

Hands on Activities (Labs)

  • Installing a PCI Sound Card
  • Identifying a PCI-Bus Slot
  • Assembling Computer Components
  • Installing Motherboard Components
  • Installing an Optical Drive and a PCI Sound Card
  • Installing a USB 3.0 PCI Express Card (2.0 x4)
  • Providing Cooling and Ventilation to a Motherboard
  • Identifying a CPU Socket
  • Replacing the Power Supply
  • Installing SMPS and Connecting it to the Motherboard
  • Replacing the Battery of a Smartphone and Inserting a Memory Card
  • Enabling a Device Driver
  • Disabling a Device Driver 
  • Setting Up a Boot Device Priority
  • Enabling Hardware Virtualization
  • Accessing BIOS Setup in Windows 10
  • Viewing the Processor Information
  • Verifying RAM Usage
  • Installing Memory Modules
  • Supplying Power to a SATA Drive
  • Installing Firewire Cards
  • Installing Expansion Cards on a Motherboard
  • Installing a NIC
  • Connecting a USB Printer to a Computer
  • Connecting the Hub with Different Devices Using USB Cables
  • Creating a Swap Partition
  • Connecting the Motherboard to the Internal Hard Drive
  • Inserting a CD on a Laptop
  • Copying Files to a Disc Using File Explorer
  • Inserting a Pen Drive into the USB Port
  • Removing a Pen Drive from a Computer
  • Adding a Keyboard Layout
  • Configuring Mouse Settings
  • Connecting Speakers to a Computer
  • Configuring the Screen Resolution Setting
  • Changing the Resolution Setting
  • Configuring a Power Plan
  • Configuring VLANs
  • Configuring a Router
  • Configuring Port Security on an Access Port
  • Examining an Intrusion Detection Policy
  • Configuring SSH in a Router
  • Connecting Systems to the Internet Through a Firewall Router
  • Connecting a Router to the Laptop
  • Connecting the Cable Modem to Access Internet
  • Configuring an IPv4 address
  • Configuring an IPv6 address
  • Installing a DHCP Server
  • Assigning Different Classes of IP Address
  • Connecting a Workstation to the LAN and Configuring IPv4 Properties
  • Scanning using Wireshark
  • Installing Ubuntu
  • Installing Windows 10 
  • Using OneDrive
  • Configuring OneDrive
  • Removing an Account in Android
  • Configuring an Email in Android
  • Viewing the iOS Version of an iPhone
  • Setting Up a VPN in Android
  • Turning on Airplane Mode of an iPhone
  • Installing Laptop Components
  • Inserting Ink Cartridges into a Printer
  • Installing a Printer
Exam FAQs
What are the prerequisites for this exam?

Here is the prerequisite:

  • CompTIA recommends 9 to 12 months hands-on experience in the lab or field.
What is the exam registration fee? USD 226
Where do I take the exam? Pearson VUE
What is the format of the exam? Multiple choice questions (single and multiple response), drag and drops, and performance-based questions
How many questions are asked in the exam? The exam contains 90 questions.
What is the duration of the exam? 90 minutes
What is the exam's retake policy?

In the event that you fail your first attempt at passing the A+ examination, CompTIA's retake policies are:

  • If a candidate has passed an exam, he/she cannot take it again without prior consent from CompTIA.
  • Candidates must pay the exam price each time they attempt the exam. CompTIA does not offer free re-tests or discounts on retakes.
  • A test result found to be in violation of the retake policy will not be processed, which will result in no credit awarded for the test taken. Repeat violators will be banned from participation in the CompTIA Certification Program.
  • CompTIA does not require a waiting period between the first and second attempt to pass such examination. However, if you need a third or subsequent attempt to pass the examination, you shall be required to wait for a period of at least 14 calendar days from the date of your last attempt before you can retake the exam.
What is the validity of the certification? CompTIA A+ certification expires after three years from the date of issue, after which the certification holder will need to renew their certification via CompTIA's Continuing Education Program.
Where can I find more information about this exam? To know more about the A-220-1001, click here.
What are the career opportunities after passing this exam?
  • Help Desk Tech
  • Service Desk Analyst
  • Help Desk Technician
  • Field Service Technician
  • Data Support Technician
  • System Support Specialist
  • Associate Network Engineer
  • Technical Support Specialist
  • Desktop Support Administrator
  • End User Computing Technician
Customer Testimonials
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