EXAMGUIDES TO COMP-TIA SERVER+ (SK0-005)

 INTRODUCTION

CompTIA Server+ validates the skills required to install, manage, secure, and troubleshoot server hardware and systems in on-premises, hybrid, and data center environments.

EXAM OVERVIEW

1. Exam Code: SK0-005
2. Number of Questions: Up to 90 (including performance-based tasks)
3. Duration: 90 minutes
4. Passing Score: 750 (on a scale of 100–900)
5. Recommended Background: CompTIA A+ or equivalent knowledge plus ~2 years of hands-on server experience
6. Languages Available: English, Japanese
7. Launch Date: May 18, 2021
8. Status: Active (retirement date TBD)

EXAM DOMAINS & WEIGHTINGS

1. Server Hardware Installation and Management – 18%

2. Server Administration – 30%

3. Security and Disaster Recovery – 24%

4. Troubleshooting – 28%

DOMAIN SUMMARIES

• Server Hardware Installation and Management – Rack layout, cabling, power systems, chassis types, storage interfaces, RAID, firmware updates, hot-swappable components, remote management tools, and cooling strategies.

• Server Administration – OS installation (GUI, core, virtualized), storage provisioning, file systems, VLAN/IP configuration, DNS/DHCP, server roles (web, print, messaging), high-availability, virtualization, scripting (bash, PowerShell), and documentation.

• Security and Disaster Recovery – Encryption (data-at-rest/in-transit), access control (MFA, biometrics), data retention, server hardening, secure media destruction, backup strategies, recovery site planning, and disaster recovery testing.

• Troubleshooting – Diagnosing hardware failures, storage errors, OS issues, network problems, and security incidents using structured methodologies, tools, and logs.

PREPARATION STRATEGY

1. Study directly from the official exam objectives.

2. Build or use virtual/physical labs for installation, configuration, and DR practice.

3. Learn administrative scripting (PowerShell, batch, bash).

4. Focus on server hardening and backup validation processes.

5. Practice troubleshooting under time constraints with structured workflows.

PRACTICE NOTES & MOCK EXAMS

• Sim-Ex™ Practice Exams for Server+
• Sim-Ex™ Practice Exams for CompTIA certification

1. Domain-specific notes (roles, OS tools, scripting, backup methods).

2. Flashcards for RAID levels, storage formats, server roles, and backup types.

3. Timed mock tests with performance-based and multiple-choice formats.

4. Answer explanations to reinforce key concepts.

5. Hands-on labs for RAID setup, VLAN configuration, OS deployment, and firewall rules.

6. Troubleshooting worksheets for common issues (boot failures, outages).

7. Glossary for key terms (RAID types, RTO/RPO, QoS, hot-swappable).

CAREER IMPACT

Holders of Server+ can pursue roles such as:

1. Server Administrator

2. Systems Administrator

3. Data Center Technician

4. IT Infrastructure Support Specialist

5. Network Administrator

The certification proves advanced server administration skills, preparing professionals for higher-level infrastructure responsibilities.

CONCLUSION

CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005) validates essential skills in server infrastructure, security, virtualization, and troubleshooting. A well-balanced study plan that combines theory, lab work, scripting practice, and timed mock testing ensures readiness for both the exam and real-world server management.

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