Course Description

The CompTIA Server+ course provides in-depth training on server installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. It covers essential topics such as server-class hardware upgrades, RAID configuration, disaster recovery planning, and the use of management and monitoring tools. By completing this course, you’ll be well-prepared for the CompTIA Server+ certification exam.

Prerequisites

Participants should have:

• A CompTIA A+ certification or at least one year of experience in IT support.
• Passed both CompTIA A+ exams or possess equivalent knowledge.
• 6-12 months of post-A+ support experience.
• Extensive experience in supporting end-users and PC-based systems.

Course Objectives

You will learn how to:

• Install and upgrade server-class hardware.
• Install and configure server network operating systems (NOS) and application software.
• Configure RAID arrays.
• Use management and monitoring tools.
• Develop disaster recovery plans.
• Troubleshoot hardware, storage, networking, and software issues.

Course Content

The course covers the following modules:

1. Server Hardware Installation and Upgrades
   • Install and upgrade server-class hardware.
2. Server Software Configuration
   • Install and configure server NOS and application software.
3. RAID Configuration
   • Configure RAID arrays for data redundancy and performance.
4. Management Tools
   • Use server management and monitoring tools.
5. Disaster Recovery Planning
   • Create and implement disaster recovery strategies.
6. Troubleshooting Techniques
   • Diagnose and resolve issues related to hardware, storage, networking, and software.