Exam Domains

1.0 Server hardware installation and management 18%

1.1Install physical hardware
racking, cabling, power, and cooling management
1.2Deploy and manage storage
RAID levels, shared storage, and capacity planning
1.3Perform hardware maintenance
out-of-band management, firmware upgrades, and hot-swappable components

2.0 Server administration 30%

2.1Install server operating systems
partition types, file systems, and installation methods
2.2Configure network services
IP addressing, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs
2.3Manage server functions
roles, monitoring, data migration, and performance metrics
2.4High availability
clustering, load balancing, and failover processes
2.5Virtualization
host vs. guest, resource allocation, and cloud models
2.6Scripting basics
loops, variables, and common server tasks
2.7Asset management
documentation, lifecycle management, and secure storage

3.0 Security and disaster recovery 24%

3.1Data security
encryption, retention policies, and lifecycle management
3.2Physical security
access controls, environmental controls, and biometric systems
3.3Identity and access management
user accounts, MFA, and permissions
3.4Mitigation strategies
malware prevention, DLP, and SIEM
3.5Server hardening
OS updates, disabling unused services, and host security
3.6Decommissioning
media destruction, recycling, and asset management

4.0 Troubleshooting 28%

4.1Troubleshoot hardware
power issues, storage failures, and connectivity problems
4.2Troubleshoot software
OS errors, application issues, and patching failures
4.3Troubleshoot network
latency, misconfigurations, and security breaches
4.4Disaster recovery
backup strategies, recovery testing, and failover validation

Exam Details

Question TypesMultiple Choice (single), Multiple Choice (multiple), Performance-Based

FormatLinear

Online ProctoringAvailable

ID RequirementsTwo forms of ID are required. Primary ID must be government-issued, include candidate's name, photo, and signature (e.g. passport, driver's license). Secondary ID must include candidate's name and signature or name and photo.

RenewalRequired -- Earn CE credits through CompTIA CE program (training, conferences, publishing, teaching, higher certs) or retake the current exam version before expiry.

PrerequisitesCompTIA A+ certified or equivalent knowledge; Two years of hands-on experience in a server environment

Retake PolicyNo waiting period required before first retake. After the second failed attempt, candidates must wait 14 calendar days before any subsequent attempt. No limit on total attempts.

LanguagesEnglish, Japanese, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese

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