Server+ Certification Exam Cram 2 (Exam SKO-002)

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Table of Contents
Introduction
Self-Assessment
Chapter 1 1.0—Server Basics
	Introduction
	Comparing Server Systems
		Server Cases
	Server Types
		General-Purpose Servers
		Appliance Servers
		Application Servers and Services
		Servers Used As Gateways
		Servers Used As Routers
		Servers Used As Bridges
		FTP Servers
		SNA Servers
		NAS Servers
		SAN Servers
		RAS Servers
		File and Print Servers
		Fax Servers
		WINS Servers
		DHCP Servers
		Multi-Tiered Server Architectures
	Exam Prep Questions
	Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Chapter 2 2.0—Server Availability
	Introduction
	The Impact of Server Failures
	Designing Reliable Server Networks
		Scaling Up and Scaling Out
		Clustering
		Scalability
		High Availability
		Fault Tolerance
		Failover
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 3 3.0—Multiprocessing
	Introduction
	Multiprocessing Systems
		Multiprocessing Features
		Multiprocessing Advantages
		Multiprocessing Disadvantages
		Installing Multiple Processors
	Server Processor Subsystems
		Server Environments for 64-Bit Processors
		Server Software Architectures for 64-Bit Processors
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 4 4.0—Server Memory
	Introduction
	Selecting Server Memory
		Advanced DRAM
		Advanced SDRAM
		EDO Memory
		DDR SDRAM
		RAMBUS RAM
		Memory Interleaving
		ECC, Non-ECC, and Extended ECC RAM
		Buffered, Unbuffered, and Registered Memory
		Hardware Compatibility List
		Cache Memory
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 5 5.0—Server Bus Architectures
	Introduction
		Industry Standard Architecture
		MicroChannel Architecture
		Extended Industry Standard Architecture
		MicroChannel Architecture
		VESA Local Bus
		Peripheral Component Interconnect
	Server Bus Management
		Expansion Slots
		PCI Local Buses
	PCI Configuration
		PCI Interrupts
		Server PCI Slot Considerations
		PCI Bus Mastering
		PCI Hot-Swap Technology
		Hot-Plug PCI Technology
		PCI-X
		PCI Express
		Hierarchical PCI Bus
		Peer PCI Bus
		Intelligent Input/Output
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 6 6.0—SCSI Systems
	Introduction
	The Small Computer System Interface (SCSI)
		SCSI Development
		SCSI Cables and Connectors
		SCSI Addressing
		SCSI Terminations
		iSCSI
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 7 7.0—IDE Systems
	Introduction
	Integrated Drive Electronics Interfacing
		Configuring IDE Drives
		Advanced EIDE Specifications
		Ultra ATA Termination Strategy
		Serial ATA (SATA)
		SATA I Versus SATA II
		Nearline Storage
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 8 8.0—RAID Systems
	Introduction
	RAID Development
		RAID Levels
		Dual-Level RAID Systems
		Hot Spare
		Zero-Channel RAID
		Software Versus Hardware RAID
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 9 9.0—Advanced Storage Arrays
	Fibre Channel Hardware
		Fibre Channel
		Fibre Channel Storage Arrays
		Fibre Channel Disk Drives
		Fibre Channel Adapters
		Fibre Channel Cables, Connectors, GBICs, and SFP GBICs
	Fibre Channel Specifications
		Single-Mode and Multimode Fiber
		Fibre Channel Transmission Speeds
		Fibre Channel Hardware Bus Lengths
		Fibre Channel Hardware Topologies
		Fibre Channel Bridges
	SAN and NAS Specifications
		Storage Area Network (SAN)
		Network Attached Storage (NAS)
	iSCSI and FCIP Features and Benefits
		Internet SCSI
		Fibre Channel Over IP
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 10 10.0—Pre-Installation Planning
	Introduction
		Installation Planning
		Securing the Plan’s Verification
		Hardware and OS Compatibility
		Power Source, Space, UPS, and Network Availability Verifications
		Network Protocols and Domain Naming Conventions
		Component and Cable Verifications
		Server Racks
		Common Server Types
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 11 11.0—Installing Hardware
	Introduction
	Server Hardware Installation Practices
		Server Boards, Processor, and Memory
		Accessory Cards or Modules
		Drives
		Internal Cabling
	Server Installation Activities
		Rack Mounting
		Network Cable Cutting and Crimping
		UPS Installations
		SCSI Server ID Verifications
		External Device Installations
		Power-On Sequence Verifications
	Supporting Hardware Knowledge
		Physical Infrastructure Requirements
		Network Cabling and Connector Types
		Cable Management
		KVM Implementation
		Rackmount Security
	Network Access Protocols
		Ethernet
		Fast Ethernet
		Gigabit Ethernet
		Fiber-Optic LANs
		The FDDI Ring Standard
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 12 12.0—Server Management Plans
	Introduction
		Manageability
		Security Management
		Environmental Impacts
	Storage Virtualization Management
		Out-of-Band
		In-Band
		Out-of-Band ESCON
		In-Band ESCON, Telecom, and ESCOM
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 13 13.0—Configuration
	Introduction
		Preplanning the Update
		Obtaining and Installing Updates
		Server Boards
		RAID Controllers
		Hard Drives
	RAID Configurations
	Network Operating System Installations
		Create and Implement a Pre-Installation Plan
		Install the Network Operating System
		Install Communications Protocols
	External Peripheral Configurations
		UPS Configuration
		Cable Types for Peripheral Devices
	Updating the NOS and Hardware Drivers
		Installing Operating System Updates
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 14 Preparing the Server for Service
	Introduction
		Simple Network Management Protocol
	Server Backup Software
		System Monitoring Agents
		Event Logs
		Performance Logs and Alerts
		Linux Log Files
	Performing Server Baselines
		Baseline Purposes and Types
		Establishing Conditions for Using Various Baselines
	Documenting the Configuration
		Documentation Contents
	Implementing the Server Management Plan
		Server Management Software Services
		Improving Server Availability
		Server Change Management Requirements
		Security Planning
		Managing Server Hardware Remotely
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 15 15.0—Upgrading the Basic System
	Introduction
	Scheduling Downtime
	Performing Backups
		Repair and Recovery Operations
		Backups, Archives, and Copies
	Adding Processors
	Adding Hard Drives
		Scaling Up
		Mounting Linux Drives
	Increasing Memory
		Steps to Memory Upgrading
		Identifying Electrostatic Discharge
	Upgrading BIOS and Firmware
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 16 Upgrading Adapters and Peripherals
	Introduction
	Upgrading Server Adapter Cards
		Verify Compatibility
		Perform BIOS Upgrade
		Obtain Latest Drivers
		Implement ESD Best Practices
		Verify the Upgrade
		Check System Resources
		Document the Baseline
	Peripheral Devices
		Upgrading Server Peripherals
	Uninterruptible Power Supplies
		Determining the Required Size of a UPS
		Upgrading a UPS
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 17 17.0—Upgrading System Monitoring Agents and Service Tools
	Introduction
	Server Monitoring and Management
		Server Management Bus
		Intelligent Management Buses
		Intelligent Platform Management Bus
		Intelligent Chassis Management Bus
	Prevention of Monitoring Interruptions
	Fault-Resilient Booting Notifications
	Server Management Software Components
	Network Management Protocols
		Purposes and Functions of SNMP
		Purposes and Functions of the DMI
		Purposes and Functions of the IPMI
		Self-Monitoring Analysis Reporting Technology
	Upgrading Service Tools
		Network Operating System Upgrades
		Service Tool Utility Upgrades
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 18 18.0—Proactive Maintenance
	Introduction
	Performing Backups
		Backing Up Files
		Backing Up State of the System Data and System Boot Files
		Emergency Repair Disks and Automated System Recovery
		Backup Methodologies
	Creating and Using Baselines
	Adjusting SNMP Thresholds
		Internal Polling
		External Polling
	Housekeeping Duties
		Server Cases
		Server Mice
		Server Monitors
		Server Keyboards
		Server Drives
		Server Disks
		Server Power Supplies and Fans
		Dust and Trash Accumulation
		Cable Management Duties
	Following the Server Management Plan
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 19 19.0—Environmental Issues
	Introduction
		Physical Security at the Entrance
		Physical Security Inside the Server Room
		Server Room Environmental Issues
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 20 20.0—Server Problem Determination
	Introduction
		Information Gathering
		Handling Problem Escalations
		Using Server-Related Documentation
		System Evaluations
		Resolving Hardware/Software/Configuration Problems
	Using Diagnostic Tools and Utilities
		Hardware Diagnostic Tools
		Software Diagnostic Tools
		Performing Server OS Shutdowns
		Server Network Troubleshooting
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 21 21.0—Troubleshooting Server Systems
	Introduction
	Optimizing Server Performance
		Gathering Performance Data
		Documenting Suspected Bottlenecks
		Identifying Performance Bottlenecks
	Troubleshooting Bottlenecks
		Physical Disk Bottlenecks
		Memory Bottlenecks
		Network Interface Bottlenecks
		Processor Bottlenecks
		Network Redirector Bottlenecks
		Server Bottlenecks
		Server Resource Handling
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 22 22.0—Disaster Recovery
	Introduction
	Documenting the Disaster Recovery Plan
		Updating the Plan
		Testing the Plan
		Implementing the Plan
	System Redundancy Planning
		Offsite Storage Planning
	Backup Hardware and Media
		Tape Drive Backup Systems
		Robotic Applications for Data Tape Storage
		Backup Scheduling Considerations
		Backup Rotation Schemes
		Windows Removable Storage
	Exam Prep Questions
	Exam Prep Answers
Chapter 23 Practice Exam 1
	Exam Questions
Chapter 24 Answers to Practice Exam 1
	Answer Key
	Answers to Exam Questions
Chapter 25 Practice Exam 2
Chapter 26 Answers to Practice Exam 2
	Answer Key
	Answers to Exam Questions
Appendix A: Need to Know More?
Appendix B: CD Contents and Installation Instructions
	Multiple Test Modes
		Study Mode
		Certification Mode
		Custom Mode
		Adaptive Mode
		Missed Question Mode
		Non-Duplicate Mode
	Question Types
	Random Questions and Order of Answers
	Detailed Explanations of Correct and Incorrect Answers
	Attention to Exam Objectives
	Installing the CD
		Creating a Shortcut to the MeasureUp Practice Tests
		Installing the CD-ROM for MeasureUp Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Test Engines
	Technical Support
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