CompTIA Server+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Second Edition (Exam SK0-005)
By Daniel Lachance
Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction to CompTIA Server+ Essentials
Why This Book Is Relevant
Server Hardware Basics
Server Form Factors
Server CPUs
Server Memory
Buses and Slots
Virtualization
Environmental Factors
Storage
Network Concepts
Cables and Connectors
IP
Ports and Protocols
Server Operating Systems and Server Roles
Server Roles
Maintenance
Monitoring
Security Considerations
Hardening
Network Security
Troubleshooting and Optimizing Performance
Optimizing Performance
Troubleshooting
Preparing for the Worst
Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing Characteristics
Cloud Computing Deployment Models
Cloud Computing Service Models
Chapter Review
Questions
Questions and Answers
Chapter 2 Server Hardware
Server Form Factors
Tower Servers
Rack-mounted Equipment
Blade Servers
Server Components
BIOS
UEFI
CPUs
GPUs
Memory
Buses
NICs
Storage
USB
Power
Voltage
Wattage
Uninterruptible Power Supply
Environmental Controls
Temperature
Airflow
Humidity
Fire Suppression
Hands-on Exercises
Chapter Review
Server Form Factors
Server Components
Power
Environmental Controls
Questions
Questions and Answers
Chapter 3 Server Operating Systems and Server Roles
Server Roles
Infrastructure Roles
Other Server Roles
Virtualization Servers
Hypervisor Types
Hypervisor Host Configuration
Virtual Machine Guest Configuration
Server Installation
Server Licensing
Installing a Type 1 Hypervisor
Installing a Server Operating System
Server Administration Methods
KVM
Out-of-Band Remote Administration
In-Band Remote Administration
Server Documentation
Asset Life Cycle
Asset Inventory
Service Level Agreements
Other Documentation
Maintaining Servers
Patch Management
Proactive Maintenance
Reactive Maintenance
Hands-on Exercises
Chapter Review
Server Roles
Virtualization Servers
Server Installation
Server Administration Methods
Server Documentation
Server Maintenance
Questions
Questions and Answers
Chapter 4 Server Storage
Storage Technologies
Magnetic Hard Disks
Solid-State Drives
Hybrid Drives
Storage Tiers
Disk Interfaces
Optical Drives
Cloud Storage
Direct-Attached Storage
Network-Attached Storage
Storage Area Networks
Storage Capacity and Future Growth
Base 2 vs. Base 10
Where Did All the Disk Space Go?
Using Less Disk Space
RAID Configuration
RAID Levels
Storage Device Installation
MBR and GPT
File Systems
Sample Scenario 1
Sample Scenario 2
Hands-on Exercises
Chapter Review
Storage Device Characteristics
Disk Interfaces
Local and Network Storage
Storage Capacity Planning
RAID
Disk Initialization and File Systems
Questions
Questions and Answers
Chapter 5 Server Network Communications
The OSI Model
Cable Installation and Management
Cable Placement
Cable Labeling
Cable Types
Network Hardware
Network Interface Cards
Network Switches
Routers
Configuring IPv4
PAT
Static NAT
IP
IPv4 Addressing
Subnet Mask
Reserved Internal IP Address Ranges
When to Use Subnetting
Configuring IPv6
IPv6 Addressing
IPv6 Settings
IPv6 Transition Technologies
Network Infrastructure Services
Default Gateway
DNS Servers
WINS Servers
DHCP
TCP and UDP
TCP
UDP
Hands-on Exercises
Chapter Review
The OSI Model
Cables and Connectors
Network Interface Cards
IPv4 and IPv6
IP, TCP, and UDP
Questions
Questions and Answers
Chapter 6 Server and Network Security
Physical Security Measures
Premises Access
The Human Element
Authentication
Under Lock and Key
Logical Access Control
Groups
Dynamic Access Control
Roles
Rights and Permissions
File System Permissions
Peripheral Devices
Network Security
NAC
VLANs
Firewalls
Security Zones
PKI
IPSec
VPNs
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems
Hardening
Operating System Hardening
Hardware Hardening
Application Hardening
Data Security
Data and Mobile Devices
Encrypting Data at Rest
Tape Encryption
Secure Media Disposal
Hands-on Exercises
Chapter Review
Physical Security
Authentication
Logical Access Control
Network Security
Firewalls
PKI
IPSec
VPNs
Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Hardening
Data Security
Secure Media Disposal
Questions
Questions and Answers
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting and Performance Optimization
Troubleshooting Methodology
Identify the Problem
Establish a Theory of Probable Cause
Test the Theory
Establish a Plan of Action
Implement a Solution or Escalate
Verify Functionality
Perform Root Cause Analysis
Document the Solution
Hardware Problems and Solutions
Software Problems and Solutions
Storage Problems and Solutions
Windows Tools
Linux Tools
Network Problems and Solutions
Name Resolution Issues
Security Problems and Solutions
Too Few Permissions
Too Many Permissions
Too Much Running
Confidentiality and Integrity
Performance Optimization
Hardware Optimization
Software Optimization
Network Optimization
Hands-on Exercises
Chapter Review
Troubleshooting Methodology
Hardware Problems and Solutions
Software Problems and Solutions
Storage Problems and Solutions
Network Problems and Solutions
Security Problems and Solutions
Performance Optimization
Questions
Questions and Answers
Chapter 8 Disaster Recovery Planning
Disaster Recovery
Alternate Sites
Data Replication
Business Impact Analysis
Business Continuity
Disaster Recovery Plan
Business Continuity Plan
Data Backup
Backup Types
Backup Media
On-premises Backup
Cloud Backup
Backup and Restore Best Practices
Hands-on Exercises
Chapter Review
Disaster Recovery Sites
Data Replication
Business Impact
Disaster Recovery Plan
Business Continuity Plan
Data Backups
Questions
Questions and Answers
Appendix A About the Hands-on Exercises and Lab Setup
Lab Exercise Overview
Microsoft Windows
Linux
Requirements for Hands-on Exercises
Hardware Requirements
VMware Workstation 16 Pro
Acquiring Windows and Linux Installation Media
Lab Exercise Miscellany
Appendix B Objective Map
Exam SK0-005
CompTIA Server+ Certification Exam SK0-005
Appendix C About the Online Content
System Requirements
Your Total Seminars Training Hub Account
Privacy Notice
Single User License Terms and Conditions
TotalTester Online
Performance-Based Questions
Technical Support
Glossary
Index
INTRODUCTION
The CompTIA Server+ certification exam is becoming increasingly popular and showing up in IT job listings as a desired certification, not only for the management of physical servers but also the management of virtual servers running on premises and in the cloud. Topics formerly included in the discontinued CompTIA Storage+ certification are now included in CompTIA Server+. This change makes sense because of the close relationship servers have with storage, especially network storage.
CompTIA Server+ certification candidates must demonstrate a solid understanding of topics ranging from server hardware to server operating systems, networking and security, storage, virtualization, and cloud-based solutions. Today’s server administrators are responsible for remote administration of potentially hundreds of physical and virtual servers, whether in a small server room or in a large data center.
The primary skill required by CompTIA Server+ technicians is effective troubleshooting. Yes, it’s important to understand concepts and the sequence of steps required to yield a desired result, but the timely and efficient resolution of server-related issues is what distinguishes a casual server technician from an outstanding server technician. This book includes entire chapters dedicated to troubleshooting and disaster recovery.
Exam Details
You can book your English-language CompTIA Server+ SK0-005 exam online at www.pearsonvue.com/comptia/, or by phone with your local Pearson Vue testing center as of May 18, 2021. Additional languages will be added at a later date. Consult the web site to find the testing center nearest you, including directions to the center, or you can opt to have the test proctored for you in the comfort of your office or home.