Server+:(2009 Objectives)

Introduction to Servers
Examine the Network Architecture
Identify Common Server Types and Functions

Exploring the Server Hardware
Identify Server System Board Components
Explore System Processing Core
Explore Server Memory
Examine Server Cooling and Power Systems

Introduction to Server Software
Describe Server Software
NOS Management Features
NOS Security Features
Network Essentials for Servers

Exploring the Server Storage System
Examine Storage Devices Used for Servers
Exploring IDE and SCSI
Describe RAID
Explore NAS Implementations
Explore SAN Implementations

Installing the Server Hardware
Identify the Best Practices in Server Hardware Installation
Install Hardware Components on a Server
Verify Server Installation
Install a Server in a Network Environment

Configuring Servers
NOS Installation and Verification
Install System Monitoring Agents and Service Tools
Server Configuration Documentation

Examining the Issues in Upgrading Server Components
Examine an Upgrade Checklist
Examine the Issues in Upgrading Server Hardware
Examine the Issues in Upgrading Server Software

Examining Servers in an IT Environment
Industry Best Practices for Server Installation and Maintenance
Server Security and Access Methods

Troubleshooting Servers
Examine the Troubleshooting Theory and Methodologies
Troubleshoot Server Hardware Problems
Troubleshoot Server Software Problems
Troubleshoot Server Network Problems
Troubleshoot Server Storage Device Problems

Exploring Disaster Recovery Concepts and Methodologies
Examine Disaster Recovery Plans
Implement Disaster Recovery Methodologies
Implement Replication Methods

Appendix A: Mapping Server+ Course Content to the CompTIA® Server+® Exam
Objectives
Appendix B: CompTIA® Server+® Acronyms

After completing this course, students will know how to:

Examine server fundamentals.
Identify the hardware components of a server.
Describe the features of server software.
Examine the various types of storage systems used in servers.
Install hardware components on a server.
Configure servers.
Examine the issues in upgrading server components.
Identify some of the industry?s best practices for deploying a server and the various strategies of securing, accessing, and remotely managing the server hardware.
Troubleshoot servers.
Describe disaster recovery concepts and techniques.

Prerequisites

18 to 24 months of hands-on experience with the installation, configuration,
diagnosis, and troubleshooting of PC hardware and network operating system
issues. CompTIA® A+® Certification: A Comprehensive Approach for 2009
Objectives and CompTIA® Network+® Certification (2009 Objectives) or equivalent
experience.