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1.A computer is experiencing random shutdowns. A technician notices that the fans on the computer
work but are noisy. The CPU temperature is about 122°F (50°C) when the computer is started but
rises to 208°F (98°C) when applications are opened.
Which of the following would most likely fix this issue?
A. Replacing the power supply
B. Installing a high-performance heat sink
C. Adjusting the fan settings
D. Adding more RAM to the computer
Answer: B
Explanation:
Excessive heat buildup due to insufficient cooling is a primary cause of unexpected shutdowns. A
high-performance heat sink improves thermal transfer, dissipates more heat, and helps maintain CPU
temperature within safe limits. When CPU temperatures reach levels like 208°F (98°C), the system
may shut down to prevent damage.
#Reference: "CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide" by Quentin Docter C Chapter 1, pages 68C71,
discusses CPU cooling and heat sink improvements.

2.A technician is troubleshooting an all-in-one laser printer that prints a vertical line when making
copies and scans. When users print or receive faxes, the output from the printer is correct.
Which of the following should the technician examine to determine the cause of the issue?
A. The pickup rollers
B. The corona wire
C. The document feeder
D. The drum assembly
Answer: C
Explanation:
Since the issue only occurs during scanning and copying (not printing or faxing), the problem is
isolated to the document feeder. A vertical line is typically caused by debris or damage on the glass
under the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder), not on components related to printing.
#Reference: "CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide" by Quentin Docter C Chapter 4, page 261.

3.1.Which of the following should a technician use to terminate a Cat 6 cable to a patch panel?
A. Punchdown tool
B. Crimper
C. Toner probe
D. Network tap
Answer: A
Explanation:
A punchdown tool is specifically used to insert wires into a punchdown block in patch panels, which is
typical for Cat 6 and similar cabling. It ensures a secure and correct connection by pushing the wire
into a metal groove that slices the insulation.
#Reference: "CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide" by Mike Meyers C Chapter 18, page
758.

4.A customer reports that a text-only document prints with unrecognizable characters. The print
preview correctly displays the document.
Which of the following is the most likely cause of the issue?
A. Outdated firmware
B. Incorrect driver
C. Bad toner cartridge
D. Corrupted document file
Answer: B

5.A company needs to keep a record of tasks performed by an application.

Which of the following should the company most likely implement as part of a solution?
A. Fileshare
B. Syslog
C. Database
D. SAN
Answer: B
Explanation:
Syslog is used to log system events and tasks performed by applications, providing a centralized
record of activity.
Why Not A (Fileshare): Fileshares store files but are not designed for event logging.
Why Not C (Database): Databases can store logs but are not a logging mechanism themselves.
Why Not D (SAN): A SAN is a storage solution, not a logging tool.
CompTIA A+ Exam
Reference: Core 1 (220-1201), Section 2.6, system monitoring and logging.

6.Which of the following DNS record types is used to direct email to a mail server?
A. CNAME
B. SRV
C. MX
D. SOA
Answer: C
Explanation:
An MX (Mail Exchange) record specifies the mail server responsible for receiving email for a domain.
Why Not A (CNAME): CNAME is used for domain aliasing, not for email delivery.
Why Not B (SRV): SRV records are used to locate specific services, not mail servers.
Why Not D (SOA): SOA records provide domain information but do not handle email.
CompTIA A+ Exam
Reference: Core 1 (220-1201), Section 2.6, DNS record types.

7.A user is receiving many unsolicited emails.

Which of the following controls can be configured to best reduce these types of emails?
A. Load balancer
B. Spam gateway
C. Mail forwarding
D. Proxy servers
Answer: B
Explanation:
A spam gateway filters unsolicited emails at the server level, significantly reducing spam before it
reaches user inboxes.
Why Not A (Load balancer): Load balancers distribute traffic but don’t filter spam.
Why Not C (Mail forwarding): Forwarding doesn’t filter spam.
Why Not D (Proxy servers): Proxies control web traffic, not email filtering.
CompTIA A+ Exam
Reference: Core 2 (220-1102), Section 2.10, email security controls.

8.Which of the following is the best to use when testing a file for potential malware?
A. Multitenancy
B. Test development
C. Cross-platform virtualization
D. Sandbox
Answer: D
Explanation:
A sandbox is a secure, isolated environment used to test potentially harmful software or code. It
prevents the software from affecting the main system, allowing safe malware testing. This method is
standard in cybersecurity best practices.
#Reference: "CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide" by Mike Meyers C Chapter 28, page
1230.

9.Which of the following is a Bluetooth network an example of?

A. PAN
B. LAN
C. WAN
D. SAN
Answer: A
Explanation:
Bluetooth is a wireless technology designed for short-range communication between devices. It is a
classic example of a Personal Area Network (PAN), which supports communication between devices
like smartphones, headsets, keyboards, and mice within a few meters. PANs are smaller in scope
compared to LANs or WANs.
#Reference: "CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide" by Quentin Docter C Chapter 5, "Networking
Fundamentals", page 275.

10.A third-party contractor recently installed a new switch, router, and cabling for a small corporate
office. After the installation, users started experiencing issues connecting to resources over the
network.

INSTRUCTIONS
Click on each PC and server to review outputs. From the remediation section on the right, select an
issue and solution for each device.
Answer:
See the Explanation and detailed steps below.
Looking at the network configurations and outputs from both PCs and servers, here are the possible
issues and solutions:

11.A customer reports slow network speeds.

Which of the following components is most likely failing?
A. CPU
B. NIC
C. HDD
D. RAM
Answer: B
Explanation:
A Network Interface Card (NIC)is the hardware responsible for network connectivity. If the NIC is
failing or underperforming (e.g., due to a bad driver, hardware fault, or misconfiguration), it can cause
slow or unstable network speeds.
Option A (CPU): A failing CPU affects overall system performance but not specifically network speed.
Option C (HDD): A slow hard drive causes application lag, but not poor network performance.
Option D (RAM): Affects multitasking and speed, not network throughput.
CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam Objective
Reference:
Objective 3.5: Given a scenario, troubleshoot problems related to wired and wireless networks.

12.An end user's domain password expires while they are working from home. The end user tries to
reset the password using Ctrl+Alt+Delete and then receives the following message:
Configuration information could not be read from the domain controller, either because the machine is
unavailable or because access is denied.
Which of the following will resolve this issue?
A. Restart the computer.
B. Connect to the VPN.
C. Reset the account in Active Directory.
D. Join the Wi-Fi network.
Answer: B
Explanation:
To change adomain passwordfrom a remote location, the system must communicate with thedomain
controller. Since the user is working from home, they need toconnect to the corporate VPNto
establish that secure connection. Without it, the password change cannot be authenticated.
Option A: Restarting will not resolve the lack of connection to the domain controller.
Option C: Resetting the password in AD could help, but doesn’t let the user reset it themselves.
Option D: The user may already be on Wi-Fi; the issue is with connecting to thecorporate network, not
local.
CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam Objective
Reference:
Objective 1.6: Given a scenario, configure basic mobile device network connectivity and application
support.

13.A small ISP has hired a new technician Joe, the new technician, is being trained to configure
customers* home networks The trailing instructor gives me technician a starter kit with cables, cable
ends, and other network equipment and asks mm to build a working network.
The computer should be connected to have internet connectivity and the phone should be connected
to have a dial tone.

INSTRUCTIONS
Use the appropriate cables. cable ends, tools and equipment to configure the network ana connect an
components accordingly
There are 3 steps and the simulation starts on step 1.
See the answer below in explanation part.
Answer:
Answer of both steps below.
A group of wires with different colors AI-generated content may be incorrect.
A screenshot of a computer AI-generated content may be incorrect.
14.A technician needs to ensure all data communications on all network devices are encrypted when
logging in to the console.
Which of the following protocols should the technician enable?
A. SSH
B. LDAP
C. FTPS
D. SMTP
Answer: A
Explanation:
SSH (Secure Shell) encrypts data communications for secure remote login and management of
network devices, ensuring all console connections are encrypted.
Why Not B (LDAP): LDAP is used for directory services and does not encrypt by default.
Why Not C (FTPS): FTPS encrypts file transfers, not console communications.
Why Not D (SMTP): SMTP is used for email transmission, not for securing login sessions.
CompTIA A+ Exam
Reference: Core 1 (220-1201), Section 2.7, network security protocols.

15.Each floor at a new corporate facility will have four printers available for all users to print from AH
of the printers will be connected with RJ45 and not joined to a domain.
Which of the following needs to be set up to accomplish this task? (Select two).
A. Printer shares
B. DHCP server
C. Print server
D. Printer subnet
E. SMB configuration
F. Printer Wi-Fi settings
Answer: A C
Explanation:
To allow multiple users to print to networked printers:
Printer shares enable users to access printers shared on the network.
Print servers manage print jobs and provide centralized control of printing.
Why Not B (DHCP server): DHCP is unrelated to print management.
Why Not D (Printer subnet): Subnets group devices but don’t manage printing.
Why Not E (SMB configuration): SMB is for file sharing, not specifically print management.
Why Not F (Printer Wi-Fi settings): These settings are irrelevant since the printers use Ethernet.
CompTIA A+ Exam
Reference: Core 2 (220-1102), Section 4.6, printer configuration.

16.Which of the following involves installing an application on a server so several users can run the
application concurrently without the need for local installation?
A. Client virtualization
B. Software as a service
C. Sandboxing
D. Embedded software
Answer: A
Explanation:
Client virtualization involves installing an application on a server and enabling multiple users to run
the application simultaneously via virtualized sessions. This eliminates the need for individual
installations on local machines.
Why Not B (Software as a Service): SaaS delivers software over the internet and does not require
local installations but is managed by a third party, not the organization itself.
Why Not C (Sandboxing): Sandboxing is for isolating applications for security testing, not for
concurrent user access.
Why Not D (Embedded software): Embedded software is installed on hardware devices, not shared
across multiple users.
CompTIA A+ Exam
Reference: Core 1 (220-1201), Section 4.2, virtualization concepts.

17. Server 1
Issue: The IP address for Server 1 is 192.168.1.1, which conflicts with PC1.
Solution: Since Server 1 and PC1 are using the same IP address, change one of them. For Server 1,
you could change the IP address to 192.168.1.5.

18.A small company wants the ability to print in full color but needs to pay a minimal initial purchase
price for the printer.
Which of the following is the best option?
A. Thermal printer
B. Inkjet printer
C. Dot matrix printer
D. Laser printer
Answer: B
Explanation:
Inkjet printers are the best choice for a small company seeking full-color printing with a minimal initial
cost. While they have higher operating costs (due to ink), they are affordable and capable of high-
quality color output.
Why Not A (Thermal printer): Thermal printers are not designed for color printing and are typically
used for labels or receipts.
Why Not C (Dot matrix printer): Dot matrix printers are outdated, noisy, and do not support full-color
printing.
Why Not D (Laser printer): Laser printers have lower running costs but a higher initial purchase price,
especially for color models.
CompTIA A+ Exam
Reference: Core 2 (220-1102), Section 4.6, printer types.

19.A technician is working on a RAID 1 array that is apparently degraded. The technician verifies the
RAM and power are both operating as expected.
Which of the following can the technician do to further isolate the issue?
A. Perform individual drive diagnostics.
B. Run the chkdsk /i command.
C. Rebuild the RAID array.
D. Reconfigure the array as RAID 0.
Answer: A
Explanation:
Adegraded RAID 1array usually meansone of the drives has failed or is failing. The correctnext step is
torun diagnostics on each driveto identify the faulty one. RAID 1 uses mirroring, so one good drive
should still contain all the data.
Option B: chkdsk checks file system integrity, not hardware drive health.
Option C: Rebuilding should only occurafteridentifying and replacing a faulty drive.
Option D: RAID 0 offers no redundancy and would destroy data in this context.
CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam Objective
Reference:
Objective 3.5: Given a scenario, troubleshoot problems related to storage devices.

20.Which of the following cloud models exclusively utilizes a local data center?
A. Private
B. Public
C. Hybrid
D. Community
Answer: A
Explanation:
A Private Cloud is operated solely for a single organization. It is hosted on-premises or in a dedicated
off-site data center, giving the company full control over data, security, and compliance ? often hosted
in the organization’s own local data center.
Option B (Public): Hosted by third-party providers and shared by multiple clients.
Option C (Hybrid): Combines private and public cloud resources.
Option D (Community): Shared by several organizations with similar goals.
CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam Objective
Reference:
Objective 4.1: Compare and contrast cloud computing concepts.

21.Which of the following tools would a technician use to connect wires to an RJ45 connector?
A. Crimper
B. Cable stripper
C. Punchdown
D. Loopback plug
Answer: A
Explanation:
A crimper is specifically used to attach RJ45 connectors to the ends of network cables. It presses the
connector pins into the cable's wires, establishing a secure electrical connection. A punch down tool
is used for wiring patch panels or keystone jacks, not for attaching connectors.
#Reference: "CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide" by Quentin Docter C Chapter 3, "Cables and
Connectors", page 162. Also outlined in the220-1201objectives under 3.1.

22.A technician is diagnosing several device issues reported by employees.

INSTRUCTIONS
Click on each device to review the issue. Then select the appropriate issue and solution from the drop-
down menu. Each option may be used more than once.
Answer:
Explanation:
A screenshot of a computer AI-generated content may be incorrect.

23.A technician is troubleshooting a connectivity issue on a network computer. The technician runs
ipconfig in a command prompt and receives the following IP address: 169.254.0.6.
Which of the following is most likely the type of IP address being assigned?
A. DHCP reservation assignment
B. Dynamic assignment
C. Self-assignment
D. Static assignment
Answer: C
Explanation:
An IP address starting with169.254.x.xis aself-assigned address(also called APIPAC Automatic
Private IP Addressing). It’s used when a client device cannot contact a DHCP server. This address
 allows limited communication on the local network segment butno internet access.
Option A: DHCP reservations assign specific IPs from the DHCP server ? they don’t result in APIPA.
Option B: Dynamic assignment from DHCP assigns valid IPs in the proper subnet, not 169.254.x.x.
Option D: Static IPs are manually set and would not fall in the 169.254.x.x range unless set
incorrectly.
CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam Objective
Reference:
Objective 2.6: Given a scenario, configure and troubleshoot network connectivity.

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