Brooks Charles J. CompTIA Server+ Certification Exam Cram 2 (Exam SK0-002)

Indianapolis: Que Publishing, 2006. — 768 p.Welcome to Server+ Certification Exam Cram 2! This book is dedicated to helping you pass the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) certification exam SKO-002, the CompTIA Server+ Certification. We explain some facts about CompTIA’s certifications in this introduction, along with how this series of Exam Cram 2 publications can help you to prepare for not only SKO-002, but for other CompTIA certifications as well. By carefully following the prescribed technological objectives provided by CompTIA throughout the specified domains, you will be empowered with the necessary understanding for taking and passing the exam. Obviously, no Exam Cram 2 book can teach you everything that you may be asked on a given exam. However, if you focus on the physical products, industry standards, terminology, and installation guidelines, the questions you encounter on the Server+ Certification exam will not surprise or stump you. The production staff here at Exam Cram 2 has worked diligently to prepare a study guide that will provide you with the knowledge and confidence needed to pass the exam with a superior grade. Although other prerequisite certifications are not required, holding an A+ or Network + certification is beneficial in preparing for the issues involved in implementing, operating, and maintaining a commercial server network, the topic of this exam. For those who have limited knowledge and experience with server networking technology or the hardware referenced in the Server+ Examination Objectives, it may be necessary to seek additional classroom training or to study various server technology tutorials that are offered. CompTIA and its affiliated testing centers can provide assistance regarding the availability of
related courseware. This Server+ Certification Exam Cram 2 publication presents an up-to-date look at current server networking strategies from both the installation and servicing perspectives. It thoroughly examines the areas of general server hardware including bus architectures, server types and functions, and their various memory requirements. The advantages and limitations of Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) and Advanced Technology Attachment (ATA) solutions are discussed and contrasted with Fibre Channel hardware. From pre-installation planning to hardware installation, the development of the server management plan is stressed. Server software and hardware configurations are examined along with the use of Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), system monitors, and event logs. The importance of baselining is detailed, especially with respect to performing server upgrades. Various backup procedures are examined in connection with making adjustments of SNMP thresholds, performing server room physical housekeeping, and maintaining both physical and environmental security. Troubleshooting skills are also stressed, including sections on problem determination and the use of hardware and software diagnostic tools. In the context of running performance tools, the systematic identification and removal of system bottlenecks is examined in detail. The idea of establishing an early disaster recovery plan is also explained, as well as the various backup hardware and media used to make disaster recovery possible.Self-Assessment
Server Basics
Server Availability
Multiprocessing
Server Memory
Server Bus Architectures
SCSI Systems
IDE/ATA Systems
RAID Systems
Advanced Storage Arrays
Pre-installation Planning
Installing Hardware
Server Management Plans
Server Configuration
Preparing the Server for Service
Upgrading The Basic System
Upgrading Adapters and Peripherals
Upgrading System Monitoring Agents and Service Tools
Proactive Maintenance
Environmental Issues
Server Problem Determination
Troubleshooting Server Systems
Disaster Recovery
Practice Exam 1
Answers to Practice Exam 1
Practice Exam 2
Answers to Practice Exam 2
Appendix A Need to Know More?
Appendix B What’s on the CD-ROM