CompTIA – Hardware A+ Training Course

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Acquire Key Hardware Skills: Master IT Support, Earn Certification, Launch Your Tech Career! DevLustro Academy stands out as a leader in the IT support domain, providing a comprehensive program that ensures participants gain expertise in hardware components, troubleshooting techniques, and system configurations like never before. Our program is designed to equip you with essential IT skills. Course was selected for our collection of top-rated courses trusted by businesses worldwide.

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Acquire Key Hardware Skills: Master IT Support, Earn Certification, Launch Your Tech Career! Elysium Academy stands out as a leader in the IT support domain, providing a comprehensive program that ensures participants gain expertise in hardware components, troubleshooting techniques, and system configurations like never before. Our program is designed to equip you with essential IT skills. Course was selected for our collection of top-rated courses trusted by businesses worldwide.

CompTIA – Hardware A+ Training Course

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Course Details

Develop troubleshooting skills and techniques for diagnosing and resolving hardware issues.

Prepare for the CompTIA A+ certification exam, a globally recognized credential.

Implement best practices in IT support and hardware maintenance.

IT support is the backbone of technology infrastructure.

IT support involves the comprehensive management and troubleshooting of hardware and software issues.

Troubleshooting hardware issues ensures systems operate efficiently and effectively.

IT professionals understand hardware configurations and provide solutions to technical issues.

Challenge-based, hands-on project.

Course Goals

  • Master hardware fundamentals, including components, peripherals, and system configurations.

Future Scope of this Course

  • Industry Based Projects
  • Recognized worldwide
  • Gain practical experience through hands-on labs and industry-based projects.

Our Career Service

  • Personalized coordinator.
  • Trainer feedback.
  • Trainer availability post sessions.
  • Get your staff certified.
  • Certificate from governing bodies.
  • IT support skills are foundational for building a career in information technology and supporting organizational technology needs.

Our Training Program Benefits

  • Hands on assignment
  • Curriculum that focuses on the learner.
  • Live, interactive training by DevLustro experts.
  • Curriculum aligned with current industry practices.
  • Portfolio / project support for real-world use.
01Chapter-1 Install and Configure Laptop Hardware
  • 01.01Battery
  • 01.02Keyboard/keys
  • 01.03Random-access memory (RAM)
  • 01.04Hard disk drive (HDD)/solid state drive (SSD) migration
  • 01.05HDD/SSD replacement
  • 01.06Wireless cards
  • 01.07Biometrics
  • 01.08Near-field scanner features
  • 01.09Liquid crystal display (LCD)
  • 01.10In-plane switching (IPS)
  • 01.11Twisted nematic (TN)
  • 01.12Vertical alignment (VA)
  • 01.13Mobile display components
  • 01.14WiFi antenna connector/placement
  • 01.15Camera/webcam
  • 01.16Microphone
  • 01.17Touch screen/digitizer
  • 01.18Inverter
02Chapter-2 Configure Accessories
  • 02.01Universal Serial Bus (USB)/ USB-C/ microUSB/miniUSB
  • 02.02Lightning
  • 02.03Serial interfaces
  • 02.04Near-field communication (NFC)
  • 02.05Bluetooth
  • 02.06Hotspot
  • 02.07Touch pens
  • 02.08Headsets
  • 02.09Speakers
  • 02.10Webcam
  • 02.11Docking station
  • 02.12Port replicator
  • 02.13Trackpad/drawing pad
03Chapter-3 Mobile Device Network Connectivity
  • 03.012G/3G/4G/5G
  • 03.02Hotspot
  • 03.03Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) vs. Code-Division Multiple Access (CDMA)
  • 03.04Preferred Roaming List (PRL) updates
  • 03.05Global Positioning System (GPS) services
  • 03.06Cellular location services
  • 03.07Corporate email configuration
  • 03.08Two-factor authentication
  • 03.09Corporate applications
  • 03.10Account setup
  • 03.11Microsoft 365
  • 03.12Google Workspace
  • 03.13iCloud
  • 03.14Mail
  • 03.15Photos
  • 03.16Calendar
  • 03.17Contacts
  • 03.18Recognizing data caps
04Chapter-4 TCP and UDP
  • 04.0120/21 - File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
  • 04.0222 - Secure Shell (SSH)
  • 04.0323 - Telnet
  • 04.0425 - Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP)
  • 04.0553 - Domain Name System (DNS)
  • 04.0667/68 - Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
  • 04.0780 - Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
  • 04.08110 - Post Office Protocol 3 (POP3)
  • 04.09137/139 - Network Basic Input/ Output System (NetBIOS)/ NetBIOS over TCP/IP (NetBT)
  • 04.10143 - Internet Mail Access Protocol (IMAP)
  • 04.11161/162 - Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
  • 04.12389 - Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)
  • 04.13443 - Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS)
  • 04.14445 - Server Message Block (SMB)/Common Internet File System (CIFS)
  • 04.153389 - Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP)
  • 04.16Connectionless DHCP Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP)
  • 04.17Connection-oriented
  • 04.18HTTPS
05Chapter-5 Common Networking Hardware
  • 05.01Routers
  • 05.02Switches
  • 05.03Managed
  • 05.04Unmanaged
  • 05.05Access points
  • 05.06Patch panel
  • 05.07Firewall
  • 05.08Power over Ethernet (POE)
  • 05.09Injectors
  • 05.10Switch
  • 05.11PoE standards
  • 05.12Cable modem
  • 05.13Digital subscriber line (DSL)
  • 05.14Optical network terminal (ONT)
  • 05.15Network interface card (NIC)
  • 05.16Software-defined networking (SDN)
06Chapter-6 Contrast Protocols for Wireless Networking
  • 06.012.4GHz
  • 06.025GHz
  • 06.03Regulations
  • 06.042.4GHz vs. 5GHz
  • 06.05Bluetooth
  • 06.06ac (WiFi 5)
  • 06.07ax (WiFi 6)
  • 06.08Licensed
  • 06.09Unlicensed
  • 06.10Power
  • 06.11Regulatory requirements for wireless power
  • 06.12Radio-frequency identification (RFID)
  • 06.13DHCP
  • 06.14Fileshare
  • 06.15Print servers
  • 06.16Mail servers
  • 06.17Syslog
  • 06.18Web servers
  • 06.19Authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA)
  • 06.20Spam gateways
  • 06.21Unified threat management (UTM)
  • 06.22Load balancers
  • 06.23Proxy servers
  • 06.24Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)
  • 06.25Internet of Things (IoT) Devices
07Chapter-7 Install And Configure
  • 07.01IPv4
  • 07.02Private addresses
  • 07.03Public addresses
  • 07.04IPv6
  • 07.05Automatic Private IP Addressing (APIPA)
  • 07.06Static
  • 07.07Dynamic
  • 07.08Gateway
  • 07.09Address
  • 07.10AAAA
  • 07.11Mail exchanger (MX)
  • 07.12Text (TXT) Spam management
  • 07.13DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM)
  • 07.14Sender Policy Framework (SPF)
  • 07.15Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance (DMARC)
08Chapter-8 Internet Connection & Network Types
  • 08.01Satellite
  • 08.02Fiber
  • 08.03Cable
  • 08.04Cellular
  • 08.05Wireless Internet service
  • 08.06Provider (WISP)
  • 08.07Local area network (LAN)
  • 08.08Wide area network (WAN)
  • 08.09Personal area network (PAN)
  • 08.10Metropolitan area network (MAN)
  • 08.11Storage area network (SAN)
  • 08.12Wireless local area network (WLAN)
09Chapter-9 Networking Tools
  • 09.01Crimper
  • 09.02Cable stripper
  • 09.03WiFi analyzer
  • 09.04Toner probe
  • 09.05Punchdown tool
  • 09.06Cable tester
  • 09.07Loopback plug
  • 09.08Network tap
  • 09.09%FOUND
  • 09.10%NOTFOUND
  • 09.11%ROWCOUNT
  • 09.12ISOPEN
  • 09.13Declaring the Cursors
  • 09.14Opening the Cursors
  • 09.15Fetching The Cursors
  • 09.16Closing the Cursors
10Chapter-10 Cable Connectors and Connectors
  • 10.01Copper
  • 10.02Cat 5
  • 10.03Cat 5e
  • 10.04Cat 6
  • 10.05Cat 6a
  • 10.06Coaxial
  • 10.07Shielded twisted pair (i) Direct burial
  • 10.08Unshielded twisted pair
  • 10.09Plenum
  • 10.10Optical
  • 10.11Fiber
  • 10.12T568A/T568B
  • 10.13USB 2.0
  • 10.14USB 3.0
  • 10.15Serial
  • 10.16Thunderbolt
  • 10.17High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
  • 10.18DisplayPort
  • 10.19Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
  • 10.20Video Graphics Array (VGA)
  • 10.21Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA)
  • 10.22Small Computer System Interface (SCSI)
  • 10.23External SATA (eSATA)
  • 10.24Integrated Drive Electronics (IDE)
  • 10.25Adapters
  • 10.26RJ11
  • 10.27RJ45
  • 10.28F type
  • 10.29Straight tip (ST)
  • 10.30Subscriber connector (SC)
  • 10.31Lucent connector (LC)
  • 10.32Punchdown block
  • 10.33microUSB
  • 10.34miniUSB
  • 10.35USB-C
  • 10.36Molex
  • 10.37Lightning port
11Chapter-11 Install the Appropriate RAM
  • 11.01Virtual RAM
  • 11.02Small outline dual inline memory module (SODIMM)
  • 11.03Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3)
  • 11.04Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4)
  • 11.05Double Data Rate 5 (DDR5)
  • 11.06Error correction code (ECC) RAM
  • 11.07Single-channel
  • 11.08Dual-channel
  • 11.09Triple-channel
  • 11.10Quad-channel
12Chapter-12 Install Storage Devices
  • 12.01Speeds
  • 12.025,400rpm
  • 12.037,200rpm
  • 12.0410,000rpm
  • 12.0515,000rpm
  • 12.06Form factor
  • 12.07Communications interfaces
  • 12.08Non-volatile Memory Express (NVMe)
  • 12.09SATA
  • 12.10Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (PCle)
  • 12.11Form factors
  • 12.12mSATA
  • 12.13Redundant Array of Independent (or Inexpensive) Disks (RAID) 0, 1, 5, 10
  • 12.14Flash drives
  • 12.15Memory cards
  • 12.16Optical drives
13Chapter-13 Configure Motherboards, CPUS
  • 13.01Advanced Technology eXtended (ATX)
  • 13.02Information Technology Extended (ITX)
  • 13.03Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI)
  • 13.04PCI Express (PCIe)
  • 13.05Power Connectors
  • 13.06SATA
  • 13.07eSATA
  • 13.08Headers
  • 13.09CPU Sockets
  • 13.10Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD)
  • 13.11Intel
  • 13.12Server
  • 13.13Multisocket
  • 13.14Desktop
  • 13.15Mobile
  • 13.16Boot Options
  • 13.17USB Permissions
  • 13.18Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Features
  • 13.19Fan Considerations
  • 13.20Secure Boot
  • 13.21Boot Password
  • 13.22Hardware Security Module (HSM)
  • 13.23x64/x86
  • 13.24Advanced RISC Machine (ARM)
  • 13.25Single-core
  • 13.26Multicore
  • 13.27Multithreading
  • 13.28Virtualization Support
  • 13.29Sound Card
  • 13.30Video Card
  • 13.31Capture Card
  • 13.32Fans
  • 13.33Heat Sink
  • 13.34Thermal Paste/Pads
  • 13.35Liquid
14Chapter-14 Power Supply
  • 14.01Input 110-120 VAC vs. 220-240 VAC
  • 14.02Output 3.3V vs. 5V vs. 12V
  • 14.0320-pin to 24-pin motherboard adapter
  • 14.04Redundant power supply
  • 14.05Modular power supply
  • 14.06Wattage rating
15Chapter-15 Pointers and Settings
  • 15.01Properly unboxing a device setup location considerations
  • 15.02Printer Control Language (PCL) vs. PostScript
  • 15.03Ethernet
  • 15.04Wireless
  • 15.05Printer share
  • 15.06Print server
  • 15.07Duplex
  • 15.08Orientation
  • 15.09Tray settings
  • 15.10Quality
  • 15.11User authentication
  • 15.12Badging
  • 15.13Audit logs
  • 15.14Secured prints
  • 15.15Email
  • 15.16Cloud services
  • 15.17ADF/flatbed scanner
16Chapter-16 Install and Replace Printer Consumables
  • 16.01Imaging drum, fuser assembly, transfer belt, transfer roller, pickup rollers, separation pads, duplexing assembly
  • 16.02Imaging process: processing, charging, exposing, developing, transferring, fusing, and cleaning
  • 16.03Maintenance: Replace toner, apply maintenance kit, calibrate, clean
  • 16.04Ink cartridge, print head, roller, feeder, duplexing assembly, carriage belt
  • 16.05Calibration
  • 16.06Maintenance: Clean heads, replace cartridges, calibrate, clear jams
  • 16.07Feed assembly, heating element
  • 16.08Special thermal paper
  • 16.09Maintenance: Replace paper, clean heating element, remove debris
  • 16.10Heat sensitivity of paper
  • 16.11Print head, ribbon, tractor feed
  • 16.12Impact paper
  • 16.13Maintenance: Replace ribbon, replace print head, replace paper
  • 16.14Filament
  • 16.15Resin
  • 16.16Print bed
17Chapter-17 Cloud Computing Concepts
  • 17.01Private cloud
  • 17.02Public cloud
  • 17.03Hybrid cloud
  • 17.04Community cloud
  • 17.05Infrastructure as a service (IaaS)
  • 17.06Software as a service (SaaS)
  • 17.07Platform as a service (PaaS)
  • 17.08Shared resources
  • 17.09Metered utilization
  • 17.10Rapid elasticity
  • 17.11High availability
  • 17.12File synchronization
  • 17.13Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) on premises
  • 17.14VDI in the cloud
18Chapter-18 Client Side Virtualization
  • 18.01Sandbox
  • 18.02Test Development
  • 18.03Application Virtualization
  • 18.04Legacy Software/OS
  • 18.05Cross-Platform Virtualization
  • 18.06Resource Requirements
  • 18.07Security Requirements
19Chapter-19 Practice Methodology
  • 19.01Always consider corporate policies, procedures and impacts before implementing changes
  • 19.02Identify the problem
  • 19.03Gather information from the user, identify user changes, and, if applicable, perform backups before making changes
  • 19.04Inquire regarding environmental or infrastructure changes
  • 19.05If necessary, conduct external or internal research based on symptoms
  • 19.06Once the theory is confirmed, determine the next steps to resolve the problem
  • 19.07If the theory is not confirmed, re-establish a new theory or escalate
  • 19.08Refer to the vendor's instructions for guidance
  • 19.09Verify full system functionality and, if applicable, implement preventive measures
  • 19.10Document the findings, actions, and outcomes
20Chapter-20 Troubleshoot Motherboards,RAM, CPU, and Power
  • 20.01Power-on self-test (POST) beeps
  • 20.02Proprietary crash screens (blue screen of death [BSOD]/ pinwheel)
  • 20.03Black screen
  • 20.04No power
  • 20.05Sluggish performance
  • 20.06Overheating
  • 20.07Burning smell
  • 20.08Intermittent shutdown
  • 20.09Application crashes
  • 20.10Grinding noise
  • 20.11Capacitor swelling
  • 20.12Inaccurate system date/time
21Chapter-21 Diagnose Problems with Storage Drive
  • 21.01Light-emitting diode (LED) status indicators
  • 21.02Grinding noises
  • 21.03Clicking sounds
  • 21.04Bootable device not found
  • 21.05Data loss/corruption
  • 21.06RAID failure
  • 21.07Self-monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) failure
  • 21.08Extended read/write times
  • 21.09Input/output operations per second (IOPS)
  • 21.10Missing drives in OS
22Chapter-22 Troubleshoot Video Projector and Display Issues
  • 22.01Incorrect data source
  • 22.02Physical cabling issues
  • 22.03Burned-out bulb
  • 22.04Fuzzy image
  • 22.05Display burn-in
  • 22.06Dead pixels
  • 22.07Flashing screen
  • 22.08Incorrect color display
  • 22.09Audio issues
  • 22.10Dim image
  • 22.11Intermittent projector shutdown
23Chapter-23 Troubleshoot Mobile Devices
  • 23.01Poor battery health
  • 23.02Swollen battery
  • 23.03Broken screen
  • 23.04Improper charging
  • 23.05Poor/no connectivity
  • 23.06Liquid damage
  • 23.07Overheating
  • 23.08Digitizer issues
  • 23.09Physically damaged ports
  • 23.10Malware
  • 23.11Cursor drift/touch calibration
24Chapter-24 Troubleshoot and resolve printer Issues
  • 24.01Lines down the printed pages
  • 24.02Garbled print
  • 24.03Toner not fusing to paper
  • 24.04Paper jams
  • 24.05Faded print
  • 24.06Incorrect paper size
  • 24.07Paper not feeding
  • 24.08Multipage misfeed
  • 24.09Multiple prints pending in queue
  • 24.10Speckling on printed pages
  • 24.11Double/echo images on the print
  • 24.12Incorrect color settings
  • 24.13Grinding noise
  • 24.14Finishing issues Staple jams Hole punch
  • 24.15Incorrect page orientation
25Chapter-25 Troubleshoot Problems with Wired and Wireless Network
  • 25.01Intermittent wireless connectivity
  • 25.02Slow network speeds
  • 25.03Limited connectivity
  • 25.04Jitter
  • 25.05Poor Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) quality
  • 25.06Port flapping
  • 25.07High latency
  • 25.08External interference

What is the CompTIA – Hardware A+ Course offered by DevLustro Academy?

The CompTIA – Hardware A+ Course at DevLustro Academy provides comprehensive training in hardware installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance, preparing you for the CompTIA A+ certification exam. This course is ideal for those pursuing a career in IT support.

What makes DevLustro Academy the best CompTIA – Hardware A+ training center near me?

DevLustro Academy is the top choice for CompTIA – Hardware A+ training because of its expert instructors, hands-on labs, and a curriculum that aligns with the latest CompTIA certification requirements, ensuring you are well-prepared for the exam.

What is the duration of the CompTIA A+ Hardware course?

The course duration is 8 weeks, combining live sessions and self-paced learning materials.

Who is this course designed for?

This course is designed for individuals aspiring to begin a career in IT support, including IT technicians, help desk specialists, and computer repair technicians.

What are the prerequisites for enrolling in this course?

There are no specific prerequisites, but basic computer literacy and familiarity with operating systems are recommended.

What topics are covered in the course?

The course covers hardware fundamentals, including components, peripherals, and troubleshooting techniques. It also includes system configurations and best practices in IT support.

Will I receive a certification after completing this course?

Yes, upon successful completion, you will earn the CompTIA A+ certification, a globally recognized credential in IT support.

Are there hands-on labs and practical exercises included?

Yes, the course includes hands-on labs and practical exercises to ensure you gain practical experience in troubleshooting and maintaining computer hardware.

Is there any personalized support available during the course?

Yes, you will have access to a personalized coordinator and receive feedback from trainers to help you throughout the course.

Can I access course materials after completing the course?

Yes, you will have lifetime access to course materials, including recorded sessions and resources.

How can this course benefit my career?

This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to start a career in IT support, helping you to secure roles such as IT technician or help desk specialist.

What if I miss a live session?

All live sessions are recorded and made available to participants for later viewing, ensuring you can catch up on any missed content.

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