Virtual Classroom
For CompTIA Server+ 2005 Certification

CompTIA Server+ Certification certifies the competency of network administrators working in the IT industry.

The ability of computer networks to remain functional continuously has become dependant on server operators. Professionals who have Server+ training, who have demonstrated the ability to respond to individual and organizational demands for computing resources by passing Server+ tests, will be in demand in their companies. Your success in our Server+ training and investigation of our Server+ study guide will result in not only passing Server+ tests, but also success in setting up and maintaining servers no matter what network operating system your organization chooses.

Our PowerLearning™ interactive self-paced course fully prepares you for the A+ Certification exams.

Providing cutting-edge self-paced training technology that is affordable, stable and that produces effective training. Combining the convenience and affordability of computer-based training with the personal attention and effectiveness of instructor-led training for a complete study solution.

The training on the CD is produced in a classroom environment with a professional instructor showing you and telling you exactly how to setup each configuration in detail. Students will learn from real-world scenarios taught by our expert instructors. The instructors featured in our PowerLearning™ training systems are not only certified in their area of expertise, but also have years of real world experience and are subject matter experts in their fields.

PowerLearning™ System Features
Digital audio/video presentations e-learning
Self-paced exercises
Exam simulations & e-books
12 month FREE updates*
Affordable pricing

A truly affordable alternative to products and courses costing hundreds, even thousands, of dollars.

Course Description:
The CompTIA Server+ certification is a standard of competency for mid- to upper-level technicians responsible for server hardware functionality. The Server+ certification credential validates advanced-level technical competency of server issues and technology, including installation, configuration, upgrading, maintenance, troubleshooting and disaster recovery. This certification is geared toward mid- to upper-level technicians.

Prerequisites:
There is no formal prerequisite for Server+, however, Network+ is a strongly recommended prerequisite.

Audience:
Mid – Upper level network support administrators.

Deployment Options:
4 CD-ROM's with E-book & Practice Exam Simulator*
Compatible: NT | 95 | 98 | 2000 | ME | XP

Also available via
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Learning / Exam module:
CompTIA Server+ Exam

Course Duration: Approximately 40 hours

Certification: CompTIA Server+ Certification

About Our Expert:
Bill Ferguson, MCT, MCSE, MCP+I, CCSI, CCNA, A+, Network+, Server+ has been in the computer industry for over 15 years. Originally, in technical sales and sales management with Sprint, Bill made his transition to Certified Technical Trainer in 1997 with ExecuTrain. Bill now runs his own company as an independent contractor in Birmingham, Alabama, teaching classes for most of the national training companies and some regional training companies as well as many corporations. In addition, Bill writes and produces technical training material for several companies. Bill keeps his skills sharp by being a technical reviewer for books and sample tests.

Learning Segments:

Module 1 – General Server and Hardware Knowledge Client / Server Relationship Types of Servers Server Hardware Types RAM, Shadowing, Static RAM, Caching, DRAM, Parity, ECC, Memory Types SIMM, DIMM, RIMM, Adapter Fault Tolerance System Bus Architecture, Physical and Logical Drives SCSI Types of Transmission (SCSI) ATA, ATAPI, and IDE Software and Hardware RAID SAN and NAS Module 2 – Installation, Pre-Installation Plan, Hardware & Software, Disassemble & Reassemble Installation Best Practices Expansion Cards USB – Universal Serial Bus and Plug & Play Installing IDE Drives SCSI Arrays Network Standards and Cables Module 3 – Configuration, BIOS, RAID Configuring the OS Microsoft Windows 2000 Server Microsoft Windows 2003 Server UNIX, Macintosh, IBM OS2 General Server Configuration Module 4 – Upgrading Backups, Preventing ESD, Motherboards, BIOS, CMOS, POST CPU Hard Drives NICs, Direct Memory Access, Wireless NICs Adapter Fault Tolerance, Adapter Load Balancing Upgrading a UPS Module 5 – Proactive Maintenance Backup Tapes Performance Baselines Simple Network Management Protocol Desktop Management Interface Physical Housekeeping Server Security Viruses Module 6 – Environment Server Room, Server Chassis, Reliable Power, UPS Module 7 – Troubleshooting Overview Command Line Utilities Domain Name Service DHCP Ping and TRACERT Commands NBSTAT and NETSTAT ARP and RARP, NSLOOKUP Command Troubleshooting Bottlenecks Remote Notification and Power Management Basic Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Issues Server Shutdown Procedures Module 8 – Disaster Recovery Overview Backup, Fault Tolerance, Hot Swap, Warm Swap and Cold Swap Types of Backups Grandfather, Father, and Son Backup Methods Alternate Site Recovery Plan, Alternate Site and Fault Tolerance Test Preparation Sharp Electronics Corporation “Sharp has reached an agreement with Computer Based Training Company, QuickCert, Inc. to provide computer specialists the highest level of self-study training and certification materials available.” Ted Sudol, SR Manager Technical Support Sharp Electronics Corp

 

*Conditions apply see FAQ. The course materials is subject to changes as the certification exams are changed.