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WorksheetsPassCompTIA 1001
Total questions: 89
Worksheet time: 45mins
A systems administrator is configuring a server to host several virtual machines. The administrator configures the server and is ready to begin provisioning the virtual machines. Which of the following features should the administrator utilize to complete the task?
Hypervisor
Disk management
Terminal services
Virtual LAN
Some users are unable to access the Internet form their workstations. A technician runs the ipconfig command on one of the workstations and sees the following:
There is a problem with a router in the office
There is a problem with a DNS server in the office
The users are not getting correct IP addresses from the DHCP server
The wireless access point in the area is down
A user accidentally spills liquid on a laptop. The user wants the device to be fixed and would like to know how much it will cost. Which of the following steps should the technician take NEXT to verify if the device is repairable before committing to a price? (Choose two.)
Remove the case and organize the parts.
Search the Internet for repair tutorials.
Consult colleagues for advice.
Place the device in rice for a few days.
Document the screw locations.
A user is experiencing email problems and explains to a technician that all emails with graphics or images do not display the graphics. Which of the following configurations would correct this behavior?
Change the email settings in antivirus.
Change the security settings of the email client.
Change the firewall security settings.
Change the email proxy settings.
Change the trusted sites in the browser settings.
A technician is replacing an older video card with a new high-end video card in a workstation. The installation was successful, the new card seated properly, and power is connected. However, upon booting, the computer now emits several beeps and will not boot, but shows no error messages. Which of the following is MOST likely the cause of this issue?
The BIOS is out-of-date
There is an onboard RAM mismatch
GPU is overlocked
The firmware is out-of-date
The is not enough PSU output
A technician is setting up a VM for use in testing software deployments. The VM is offline, but the hypervisor is not. Which of the following settings should the technician change to resolve this issue?
Virtual security
Virtual storage
Virtual CPU
Virtual switch
Virtual RAM
A user’s laptop is shutting down unexpectedly. The technician discovers the shutdowns only happen when the laptop is moved from one room to another. The technician reseated the hard drive, memory, battery, and LCD cable, but the laptop continues to shut down. Which of the following is the MOST probable cause of the issue?
Residual energy on the motherboard
System overheating
Distended capacitors
Loose battery connection
CMOS battery failure
A technician was called to check an unexpected clicking noise on a desktop that has become more frequent every time a video editing application is loaded. The system fans have been replaced, but the clicking noise remains. Diagnostics have been run on the video card. Which of the following should me the technician do FIRST?
Replace the hard drive.
Replace the video card.
Do a System Restore.
Perform a full data backup.
Scan the system for viruses.
Which of the following ports are used for secure sessions? (Select two.)
22
25
80
443
110
A technician has been asked to fix a problem with a projector. The projector lamp turns off for brief periods during a demonstration. After the technician replaced the lamp, the problem continued with an added message that appears just before the lamp turns off. Which of the following MOST likely need to be performed? (Choose two.)
Adjust the brightness
Reset the lamp life counter
Update the laptop video driver
Replace the cooling fan
Install a higher lumen lamp
A user printed several documents to a shared network copier and noticed that they have very faint color density. A technician investigates the issue and verifies that the printer had a maintenance kit installed recently. Which of the following next steps will MOST likely resolve the issue? (Select two.)
Replace the toner cartridges
Adjust the printer settings
Empty the waste toner bottlers
Clean the paper tray rollers
Replace the fuser module
A customer wants to purchase a new home computer. The machine will mainly be used for internal browsing and streaming video, except on weekends when the customers’ son will use it to play games with friends. Which of the following should the technician focus on to meet these requirements?
RAID 5 array
80mm case fans
16GB DDR2 memory
Four-core processor
Encrypted hard drive
Which of the following features will save the battery life of a laptop significantly if they are disabled? (Choose two.)
Volume
Screen orientation
Fingerprint reader
Cellular
Bluetooth
Which of the following peripherals would a company use to take inventory quickly and update price tags for products? (Choose two.)
NFC device
KVM switch
Flatted scanner
Barcode scanner
Magnetic reader
A technician needs to routinely run scripting commands in Linux but does not want to walk over the server room every time to perform the task. The technician also travels between buildings and has a Windows 10 laptop with 4GB of memory and a fully partitioned 500GB hard drive. Which of the following steps should the technician take to resolve this issue? (Choose two.)
A. Increase the memory to 8GB.
Add another 500GB hard drive.
Install Linux on a new ext3 partition.
Repartition the hard drive.
Create a Linux LiveBoot CD.
A server administrator set up a VM to be used in a lab setting. A technician is setting up thin-client computers to access this VM. Which of the following tasks are required to complete the project? (Choose three.)
Connect the device to the network.
Install a USB keyboard and mouse.
Install the latest device drivers.
Install the latest system updates.
Install the necessary applications.
A customer contacts the help disk stating a laptop does not remain charged for more than 30 minutes and will not charge more than 15%. Which of the following components are the MOST likely causes the issue? (Select three.)
VGA card
Processor
Battery
LCD power inverter
AC adapter
A customer asks a technician to help set up a specialized computing system for video editing. Which of the following should the technician install on the workstation to BEST meet the customer’s specifications? (Choose two.)
NAS
Docking station
Gigabit NIC
SSD
Dual monitors
A user is unable to access websites and has reported connectivity issues with pop-ups on the screen. A technician removes malware, and then is able to ping the router and access the websites. Which of the following NEXT steps should the technician perform in troubleshooting this issue? (Choose two.)
Documents findings, actions, and outcomes.
Run a virus scan.
Reboot the device to verify the fix.
Reconnect the device to the network.
Verify the settings in IPConfig.
A technician replaced a broken LED screen on a mobile computer. The operating system can be seen perfectly on screen, but the touch screen is non-responsive. Which of the following are the MOST probable root causes for the given failure? (Choose three.)
The LCD panel firmware must be updated.
The grounding screws are not securely attached.
The new touch-screen drivers must be installed.
The hardware replacement used is a non-touch-screen.
The digitizer cable is not seated properly on the motherboard.
A technician is setting up a WiFi-enabled thermostat for a customer, but the customer is concerned about IoT devices getting hacked. Which of the following BEST address the customer’s concerns? (Choose two.)
Use the latest encryption standard on the wireless network and set a strong password.
Separate the IoT thermostat by segregating it in a DMZ network.
Upgrade the customer’s wireless network encryption to WPA.
Upgrade the customer’s router to the latest version to improve network security.
Disable wireless access on the thermostat to make it unshakable.
A client has three locations within city limits that need to be networked. Vendor network requirements for all three locations are a minimum of 1GB. Which of the following are the types of networks that will MOST likely be used for internal office and office-to-office networking? (Choose two.)
LAN
WAN
PAN
MAN
WLAN
Which of the following channels would commonly be used on an 802.11 wireless network?
6
17
802
8080
Which of the following wireless standards is only capable of 5GHz frequencies?
802.5
802.11b
802.11ac
802.11a
802.11XL
Ann, a user, reports that after setting up a new WAP in her kitchen she is experiencing intermittent connectivity issues. Which of the following should a technician check FIRST?
SSID
Antenna power level
Frequency
Channels
A workstation was just moved to a new work location without a surge protector. It was working the day before, but now the PC will not power on, the fans will not spin, and there are no signs of activity. Which of the following should the technician do FIRST?
Check the voltage of the PSU with a tester
Check the power cable connection
Test for distended capacitors
Check the voltage switch
An employee’s mobile device no longer charges, and the employee believes the battery is bad. A technician tests the mobile device and finds it will charge on a wireless charging pad but not when it is connected to a charging cable. Other devices charge without issue when the cable is used. Which of the following should the technician perform FIRST to resolve the issue?
Replace the mobile device’s battery
Issue a new charging cable to the employee
Clean out the charging port on the device
Send the device for service and give the employee a loaner
Joe, a user, sets up an IMAP connection on his smartphone to connect to webmail. Joe is able to view email, but he receives an error message when trying to send a message. When viewing the mail client’s configuration, Joe sees a valid SMTP server and port. Which of the following should Joe check NEXT to resolve the issue?
Ensure the SSL/TLS option is being used
Configure the email account as a POP3 connection
Check that the account password is still valid
Make sure the smartphone is not in airplane mode
Which of the following is the MOST likely cause for a network PC to have an APIPA address?
Cleared ARP cache
Duplicate IP address
DNS resolution
DHCP failure
The ability for new computers to be automatically connected to the network is provided by the:
DHCP server
DNS server
proxy server
TACACS server
Which of the following services provides the ability to resolve UNC to appropriate IP addresses?
DHCP
Proxy
DNS
Web server
Which of the following devices is used to implement network security policies for an environment?
Firewall
managed switch
Repeater
Gateway
A technician receives a cellular from a manager. The technician is instructed to download a service manual directly from the Internet to a laptop. However, there is no WiFi signal or wired Ethernet. Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate connections for the technician to use?
Hotspot
NFC
Bluetooth
VPN
The cloud model that represents a company maintaining some data in on-premise storage and some data in cloud-based storage is known as:
private
hybrid
community
public
Which of the following is the main purpose of the +5VSB output of a power supply?
It acts as the main voltage supply to the motherboard and processor
It allows peripherals to draw power when the machine is off
It provides power to the audio and sound boards of the machine
It powers all expansion cards and external device hubs
A network administrator is attempting to access the firewall while inside the datacenter. Which of the following peripherals must be connected to do so?
Keyboard
Mouse
Touchpad
KVM
A technician needs to call a user’s cellular provider to troubleshoot a network speed issue with the user’s mobile device. Which of the following technologies is the technician troubleshooting?
Z-wave
Radio frequency ID
Near-field communication
Long-term evolution
Which of the following technologies can be used for wireless payments?
Bluetooth
LTE
NFC
IR
The feature that allows users to store files in cloud-based when necessary, but can be removed when space is freed up, is known as:
resource pool
on-demand
synchronization application
shared resources
Joe, a user, reports that his new smart wearable device is not synchronizing to his mobile device. Both devices are powered on, but the mobile device fails to read the data from the wearable. Which of the following will MOST likely fix this issue?
Pair the devices
Update the smart wearable device firmware
Set the SSID
Enable NFC
A user wants to build a computer with a high-end CPU, plenty of RAM, and a high-end graphics card for online gaming. The user wants to verify that the graphics card is compatible with the motherboard. Which of the following connection types would the user MOST likely utilize to connect the video card to the motherboard?
ISA
AGP
PCle
USB
A technician is hired to install network cable in a crawl space running the length of a hallway. To do so without a fire code violation, which of the following types of cable should the technician run?
Fiber
Shielded
Plenum
Coaxial
A customer recently moved a high-end graphics card from a known-working computer to a different computer. The computer works without issue when viewing email and web pages or when using certain applications. However, when a game with high-end graphics requirements is opened, the program will run for a few minutes before the computer shuts down. Which of the following is MOST likely causing the problem?
Video RAM
Power supply wattage
Monitor resolution
CPU frequency
About one week ago, access to files on a network server became significantly slower. Today, network files are completely unavailable. A technician is able to make a remote connection to the server. Which of the following should the technician check NEXT?
NIC configuration
Available storage space
RAM utilization
RAID 5 array
In a virtual environment, which of the following allows all the VMs to have RAM allocated for use?
Synchronization
Virtual application streaming
Measured service
Resource pooling
A systems administrator receives a notification from the RAID controller that the RAID 5 array is degraded. Upon logging into the server, the administrator sees that on local disk 0, physical disk 2 has failed. Which of the following is the BEST course of action to take to resolve the problem?
In the controller, convert the RAID 5 array to RAID 0 array to avoid system downtime. Wait until the array is rebuilt and confirm in the RAID controller that the system is no longer degraded.
Delete logical disk 0 and manually configure a new RAID array only using the known-good working drives. Wait until the array is rebuilt and confirm in the RAID controller that the system is no longer degraded.
Immediately replace physical disk 2. Wait until the arrays is rebuilt and confirm in the RAID controller that the system is no longer degraded.
Schedule system downtime and replace physical disk 2. Wait until the array is rebuilt and confirm in the RAID controller that the system is no longer degraded.
A technician is setting up a printer for a small office that does not have an RJ-45 jack. The users’ computers are all in the same workgroup and are connected physically to the same network switch. The technician needs to make sure all users can print to the new printer through the switch. Which of the following should the technician configure?
Cloud printing
Bluetooth printing
Print server
Shared printer
Which of the following devices performs forwarding decisions based on MAC addresses?
Hub
Switch
Router
Repeater
Which of the following devices can utilize VLANs to secure networks?
Switch
Hub
Bridge
Repeater
A user is connected to a docking station with an optical drive and is trying to back up personal files to removable media, but is encountering write errors. Which of the following is MOST likely cause of the errors?
There is a corrupt file on the hard drive
The files are encrypted
The disk has already been finalized
The files are not compatible with the type of disk used
The graphics has an issue with printing certain files. The printer does not print the complete image on larger files. A technician verifies the network speed of the printer is set to 1GB and that regular text files print without issue. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause of this problem?
A.
B.
C.
D.
The users are not printing in post-script mode
The print server is timing out
The printer needs more RAM
The printer network connection is set to half duplex
A technician is troubleshooting network connectivity issues after a new wireless router was installed in an office. Users who connect to the new router are unable to access LAN resources. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause of the issue?
A.
B.
C.
D.
There are conflicting gateways on the network
There are conflicting ARP records
There are conflicting DHCP servers on the network
There are conflicting IP protocols
A user’s smartphone has been slow recently. A technician sees the phone was purchased two months ago, and it is top of the line. About a month ago, a new OS update was installed. To address the issue, the technician runs a hardware diagnostic on the device, and it reports no problems. Which of the following is MOST likely the cause of the performance issue on the device?
The internal memory is failing on the device
The device is currently running in airplane mode
Too many applications are running updates
The OS update is too resource intensive for the device
A company offers several out-of-the-box computer configurations to its clients. A client requests several new computers for its newest location, which will be used by guests to check in upon arrival and fill out contact information. Which of the following configurations would BEST fit this customer’s needs?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Thick client
CAD workstation
Touch-screen kiosk
Virtualized host computer
Which of the following devices can be used to connect multiple devices within broadcasting to every network port?
Hub
Unmanaged switch
Firewall
Cable modern
A shipping department is having problems with its thermal label printer. Two columns on the left are not appearing on all labels. Which of the following should a technician do FIRST?
Run a label calibration
Remove stuck labels from the print path
Verify the ribbon is correctly aligned to the label
Replace the print head
A laptop is connected to a conference room projector in extended display mode. The desktop icons appear normal on the laptop, but are disproportionate and illegible on the projector screen. Which of the following should the technician check?
HDMI connection
Video resolution
Keystone
Focus
An engineer is working at a remote site that does not have Internet access. Which of the following features should the engineer use to connect a laptop to the Internet if hotspot functionality is unavailable?.
Near field communication
Wireless LAN
Tethering
Virtual private network
A technician is dispatched to troubleshoot a slow performance issue on a PC. Upon arrival, the technician immediately opens Task Manager and sees that CPU and RAM performance are within normal ranges. The technician then checks and verifies the speed and duplex settings and performance on the network card. The technician then temporarily disables the antivirus to see if performance is affected, and it is not. After re-enabling the antivirus, which of the following is the NEXT best stop for the technician to take?
Log into the PC with another user profile and test performance
Check to see if insufficient hard drive space is causing the issue
Update the operating system, drivers, and firmware on the PC
Shut down the PC, unplug the power for 30 seconds, and then boot the PC
A projector’s image begins to flicker during a presentation. The laptop display does not produce this issue. When a technician changes the resolution on the laptop, the issue persists. Which of the following is the NEXT step the technician should take?
Change the aspect ratio on the laptop.
Check the connectivity of the power cable.
Check the connectivity of the VGA cable.
Change the settings of the projector.
A technician is setting up a Windows mobile device for a user who had trouble reading text on a previous device, especially at night. Which of the following adjustments would be MOST appropriate?
Increase the resolution.
Use the magnifier.
Use haptic feedback.
Utilize text-to-speech.
A customer wants to upgrade a PC’s internal storage to have more room to store backups, photos, and videos. The new storage should be large enough to avoid expanding again next year. Which of the following BEST meets these needs?
3TB HDD
50GB NAS
500TB SAN
512GB SSD
A technician has noticed that when at company headquarters the laptop connection to the Internet is more responsive than when using the company-provided phone as a hotspot. The technician updated the drivers on the WiFi NIC without resolution and then verified the configuration on the WiFi was correct. Which of the following configurations could cause the decreased performance?
There is a low RFID signal.
The connection if throttled.
SSID is not found.
It is out of range.
A network administrator must install a device that will proactively stop outside attacks from reaching the LAN. Which of the following devices would BEST meet the organization’s needs?
IPS
IDS.
Proxy server
Authentication server.
A business owner wants to provide security to laptop users with the ability to charge their devices, access corporate LAN resources, and allow for a variety of their removable hardware. Which of the following devices would BEST meet the owner’s needs?
Thunderbolt
Port replicator
Docking station
USB hub
A user brings in a smartphone for repair. The device is unable to send/receive calls or connect to WiFi. All applications on the device are working unless they require connectivity. Which of the following is MOST likely causing the problem?
VPN
Airplane mode
Tethering
Disabled hotspot
A technician is replacing a broken screen on a new company laptop but does not have repair information from the vendor. Which of the following is the BEST way to proceed?
Update the firmware on the device before repairing it.
Replace the screen with a non-OEM.
Wait for the vendor to provide more information.
Document and label the cable and screw locations.
Ann, a user, needs to attend several day-long conferences and wants to ensure her mobile device will have enough power for these events. She is concerned about wall outlet availability at the conferences and needs to continuously use her device for important updates. Which of the following should a technician recommend to BEST accommodate Ann’s needs?
Wireless charging pad
Built-in battery case
Extra charging cords
Airplane mode
A technician is setting up a new wireless network at a branch office that previously had only wired connectivity with statically assigned IP addresses. After setting up the network, the technician configures a server to provide IP addresses to wireless clients. During testing, the technician is unable to access the Internet or named network resources. The technician receives a valid IP address from the DHCP server and can ping the default gateway. Which of the following should be technician check NEXT to resolve this issue?
Ensure the options are configured to provide a DNS server.
Verify the Windows Firewall is turned off.
Configure the wireless network’s SSID to be hidden.
Enable file and printer sharing in the OS.
Several company users are frequently forgetting passwords for their mobile devices and applications. Which of the following should the systems administrator do to reduce the number of help desk tickets submitted?
Remove complex password requirements.
Configure biometric authentication.
Enable multifactor authentication.
Implement single sign-on.
A user reports that a laptop is not connecting to the corporate wireless network. A technician confirms a with a smartphone that the corporate wireless network is available and can be accessed. the technician observes that the Ethernet connection to the corporate network is working. The technician disconnects the Ethernet cable. Which of the following should the technician do NEXT to troubleshoot this problem?
Confirm that the laptop is in range for the access point.
Confirm that the laptop wireless card is turned on.
Confirm the user’s network login ID and password.
Confirm that the correct wireless network is selected.
A company has very strict rules regarding proprietary information leaving the premises. All computers host proprietary information. A technician is called to repair a computer on-site at the company’s corporate office. The technician identifies the troubleshooting steps to create a plan of action. The technician determines the computer needs to be taken off-site for repair. Which of the following should the technician do NEXT?
Get authorization from the manager.
Delete proprietary data before leaving the building.
Check corporate policies for guidance.
Remove the HDD and send the device for repair.
A technician is determining the specifications for a desktop computer that will be used at trade shows all over the world. The computer will have the maximum amount of RAM. The CPU, GPU, and storage will be typical of a business workstation. Which of the following system parameters is the MOST important for the technician to consider when choosing a power supply?
Number of SATA connectors
12V rail amperage
Efficiency rating
input voltage
During an inspection, it was found that data racks were not properly grounded. To pass the inspection and address a growing concern to protect data cabling and equipment, a technician must make sure all racks are properly grounded. Which of the following tools should the technician use to verify this has been completed?`
Multimeter
Voltmeter
Cable tester
Tone generator
An associate is seeking advice on which device to purchase for a friend who is a business owner. The friend needs the ability to chat activity while keeping in contact with the home office. Which of the following would be the BEST recommendation?
Fitness monitor
Smart watch
Global positioning sensor
Portable hotspot
Which of the following statements is true about an in-place upgrade and a clean installation?
A clean installation installs the operating system files and retains user settings.
An in-place upgrade installs the operating system files and retains user settings.
A clean installation does not require the reinstallation of applications.
An in-place upgrade can always be used when upgrading from a previous operating system version.
What should be your primary consideration when upgrading from a previous version of Windows to Windows 10?
OS compatibility/upgrade path
Prerequisites/hardware compatibility
Load alternate third-party drivers when necessary
Time/date/region/language settings
You need to change a user's password on a Linux computer. Which command should you use?
passwd
chown
pwd
vi
You are installing an operating system on a drive that appears to have sector issues. Which formatting option should you use?
Quick Format
NTFS
Full Format
ExFAT
You have a 3-TB drive on which you want to install Windows. How must you format the drive to have the operating system recognize the entire drive?
Extended
Basic
GPT
MBR
Which of the following is an open-source mobile operating system?
Windows
Android
None of the above
iOS
Which of the following statements regarding Android phones is INCORRECT?
The Android GPS requires the help of cell towers to obtain a location.
Android Apps can use cell towers, WiFi hot spots, or satellites to obtain a location.
The Android GPS needs a view of the sky.
The Android GPS will use battery life.
You are accessing the Tools tab of the hard drive's Properties dialog box on a Windows 7 computer. Which of the following is NOT a disk maintenance utility found there?
Format
Error-checking
Defragmentation
Backup
You need to quickly display the running processes on your Windows 7 computer. What should you do?
Click Start and select Control Panel. Click System and Security.
Click Start and select Devices and Printers.
Press the Ctrl + Alt + Del buttons and select Start Task Manager.
Right-click the Computer icon on the desktop and select Properties.
You need to establish a network connection on a Windows computer using the Setup a Connection or Network applet. Which one of these is NOT a valid connection type?
VPN
Wireless
Dial-up
Line of Sight
You are providing remote support to a user with a Windows-based computer. Which key combination should you tell the user to press to reboot the computer, open the Task Manager, or open the Windows Security window?
Alt + Tab
Ctrl + A
Ctrl + Esc
Ctrl + Alt + Del
You need to check the startup configuration for several services. From which tools can you access the Services console? (Choose all that apply.)
Computer Management
Device Manager
Administrative Tools
System Properties
A user has connected a second monitor to his Windows 7 Ultimate computer. The new monitor is detected. However, the dual-monitor configuration is not configured as he wants it. What should the user do to change the dual-monitor configuration of the monitors?
Navigate to Control Panel\Appearance and Personalization\Display\Adjust Resolution.
Right-click the desktop and select Personalize.
Right-click the desktop and select Gadgets.
Navigate to Control Panel\Appearance and Personalization\Display\Adjust Resolution\Advanced Settings.
Which operating systems use the snap function to display two side-by-side applications? (Choose all that apply.)
Windows 7
Windows 10
Windows 8.1
Windows 8
