CompTIA A+ 220-901 Certification Prep Course

Name: CompTIA A+ 220-901 Certification Prep Course
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A+ Certification program is one of the largest certification worldwide.

Created byStone River eLearning

Last updated 5/2018

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What you'll learn

This course will prepare you to pass the exam CompTIA A+ 220-901
A+ certification is a vendor-neutral certification that certifies the competency of service professionals in the computer industry.

Course content

36 sections • 281 lectures • 9h 57m total length

Introduction0:24
Explore the hardware components found in various devices and networks as part of the 220-901 certification objectives.
Toolkit3:05
Learn to use a proper toolkit for computer work, featuring a reversible driver, screw bits, tweezers, a grounding anti-static strap, and a case to organize screws.

BIOS/UEFI Configuration Settings Part 10:21
BIOS/UEFI Configuration Settings Part 20:45
Installing Firmware Upgrades4:33
BIOS Component Information2:45
BIOS Configurations5:28
Discover BIOS configurations, including boot sequence management, device options, and virtualization settings, along with security features such as passwords, drive encryption, secure boot, and TPM protection.
Built-In Diagnostics1:45
Explore built-in diagnostics and the power-on self-test (POST) that verify hardware during boot, and use beep codes or a POS card to diagnose memory or other hardware issues.
Monitoring1:54
UEFI Settings2:02

Motherboard Components-Purposes and Properties Part10:19
Examine the motherboard and its resident components, and understand how the motherboard serves as the communication path linking all components.
Motherboard Components-Purposes and Properties Part21:40
Motherboard Form Factors2:47
Expansion Slots2:12
RAM Slots1:23
Explore how RAM slots accept SIMMs and DIMMs, including single inline memory modules and dual inline memory modules, with notes on one- vs two-sided components and laptop variants.
CPU Sockets1:21
Chipsets2:13
CMOS Battery0:59
Power Connection Types1:22
Learn how the power supply feeds the motherboard and devices, focusing on the ATX 20-pin connector and the secondary 12-pin (dual six-pin) power connector used on motherboards.
Fan Connectors0:58
Front Panel Connectors1:18
Identify the front panel connectors on the motherboard, including usb and audio connections, and understand how power supplies energize the front panel components and drive activity lights.
Motherboard Components Demonstration7:32

Installing and Configuring PC Expansion Cards0:17
Installing and Configuring PC Expansion Cards0:46
Sound Cards3:29
Video Cards2:44
Network Cards3:18
Serial and Parallel Cards1:37
USB Cards-Firewire and Thunderbolt Cards4:15
Storage Cards1:20
Explore how storage cards connect to motherboards and servers, featuring serial attached SCSI, parallel ATA, PCIe, fiber channel, and the move from parallel to serial interfaces for solid-state drives.
Modem Cards and Wireless/Cellular Cards1:41
Explore modem cards and wireless or cellular cards that enable dial-up and internet connectivity, including RJ-11 connections, PCI or PCIe card slots, and USB external modems.
Specialty Cards1:30
Expansion Cards Demonstration4:13
Explore expansion cards, including video, sound, network (combo), modem, and firewire cards, and examine their slots and connectors such as 15-pin, RJ-45, and RJ-11.

Installing/Configuring Storage Devices and Media Part10:19
Installing/Configuring Storage Devices and Media Part21:06
Optical Drives3:33
Magnetic Hard Drives2:21
Hot Swappable Drives0:38
Solid State /Flash Drives4:08
Hybrid Drives and eMMC1:48
Raid Types3:19
Tape Drives1:24
discover tape drives as a backup storage option using magnetic tape, with setups and connections like scsi, fiber channel, usb, or firewire, and learn their sequential access drawback.
Types of Hard Drives Demonstration5:44

Installing CPU's and Applying Cooling Methods Part10:18
Installing CPU's and Applying Cooling Methods Part20:56
Explore installing various CPUs and applying effective cooling methods, learn about CPU sockets, architectures, and how cooling prevents damaging temperatures in computer systems.
Socket Types7:33
Characteristics6:19
Explore CPU speeds, comparing external and internal speeds, the multiplier and overclocking, multi-core processing, L1 and L2 caches, hyper-threading, virtualization, BIOS enablement, 32-bit and 64-bit architectures, and integrated graphics processors.
Cooling Methods3:52
CUP Types and Features Demonstration3:52
Demonstrate cpu types and pin patterns, show heat sink placement on the cpu with thermal grease, and compare passive and active heat sinks with fan cooling.

PC Connection Interface/Characteristics and Purposes Part10:15
Explore PC connection interfaces, their characteristics and purposes, and compare internal and external interconnections to show how they differ and perform.
PC Connection Interface/Characteristics and Purposes Part20:41
Physical Connections5:28
Serial and Parallel Connectors2:31
VGA/HDMI and DVI Connectors2:56
Audio/RJ and Thunderbolt Connectors1:47
Wireless Connections1:59
Connection Characteristics1:12
Speed and Distance1:14
Review a chart of wireless technologies, noting speeds, frequencies, and ranges for exam prep, including Bluetooth 3 Mbps at 2.4 GHz and infrared up to 5 meters.
Cables and Connector Types Demonstration Part14:44
Cables and Connector Types Demonstration Part24:12

Installing Power Supplies Part10:19
Installing Power Supplies Part20:34
Connector Types and Voltages3:54
Calculate total wattage by multiplying voltage by current to power the motherboard and devices, and identify connectors such as serial ATA, Molex, 4/8-pin 12V, PCIe 6/8-pin, and ATX 20/24-pin.
Power Specifications2:09
Learn how wattage, rail design, connectors, and size impact selecting a power supply that meets motherboard and device power needs, fits the case, and supports ATX or micro ATX boards.
Dual Voltage Options1:13
Power Supply Demonstration2:56
Showcase a power supply outside the case and explain the cables, including the 24-pin motherboard connector and Molex four-pin plugs, plus the fan, wall plug, and voltage switch.

Selecting Components for a Custom PC Configuration Part10:17
Selecting Components for a Custom PC Configuration Part21:30
Graphic/CAD/CAM Design Workstations1:47
Audio/Video Editing Workstation1:48
Virtualization Workstation2:10
Gaming PC's1:21
Home Theater PC2:17
Think and Thin Client3:28
Home Server PC4:53
Configure a home server pc for streaming, file sharing, and print services, with memory, disk space, a gigabit network card, and raid for performance and fault tolerance.

Requirements

Basic computer user skills

Description

CompTIA A+ training teaches students fundamental competence in areas such as installation, preventative maintenance, networking, security, troubleshooting, customer service and communication to work with clients. In order to achieve your CompTIA A+ certification you will need to pass two exams - 220-901 & 220-902. After completing the CompTIA A+ 220-901 course, students will know hardware, laptops, motherboards, processors, memory, CPU, troubleshooting theory, preventative maintenance techniques, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, mobile operating systems Android and Apple iOS, cables, connectors, network types, security concepts, security technologies, viruses, malware, communication and professionalism.

CompTIA A+ 220-901 covers the fundamentals of computer technology, installation and configuration of PCs, laptops and related hardware, and basic networking.

CompTIA A+ 220-902 covers the skills required to install and configure PC operating systems, as well as configuring common features (e.g. network connectivity and email) for mobile operating systems Android and Apple iOS.

As a CompTIA Partner,our course curriculum is either CAQC (CompTIA Authorized Quality Curriculum) or in the process of becoming CAQC, ensuring you receive the training and knowledge needed to succeed. According to CompTIA, A+ certifications are held by 900,000 IT professionals. This certification is a proven starting point to your career in IT - with whatever path you may choose.

Who this course is for:

Anyone with basic computer user skills who is interested in obtaining a job as an IT professional or PC technician.
Computer users - intense, enthusiasts
Newcomers who want to develop a career in IT and tech support.
Technicians / Professionals in tech support that need a recognized validation of their skills and experience
IT Professionals outside tech support that need tech support skills and certification to advance their careers
It is for anyone who wants an internationally recognized credential as a competent computer service professional.

CompTIA A+ 220-901 Certification Prep Course

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