CompTIA 220-1101 Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

CompTIA 220-1101 Online Questions & Answers

• Question 661:

  A desktop PC was recently moved to a new area and needs internet access RJ45 connections are not available, but access can be provided through 802.11n connections. Which of the following will need to be installed?

  A. Wireless NIC
  B. NFS system
  C. SSHD
  D. USB card
  A. Wireless NIC

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  Explanation

• Question 662:

  Which of the following is a data transfer standard that transfers 16 bits of data at a time to hard disks?

  A. IDE
  B. USB
  C. SATA
  D. FireWire
  A. IDE

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  Explanation

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hard_disk_drive_interface

• Question 663:

  Which of the following terminates a coaxial cable?

  A. DB9
  B. RJ45
  C. RG-59
  D. RS-232
  C. RG-59

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  Explanation

• Question 664:

  A user is unable to access the internet on a PC. A technician examines the PC and runs the following commands:

  

  Which of the following steps in the troubleshooting process does this series of commands represent?

  A. Establish a theory.
  B. Verify full system functionality.
  C. Establish a plan of action.
  D. Identify the problem.
  D. Identify the problem.

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  Explanation

• Question 665:

  A technician receives a S.M.A.R.T. error on a PC. When the technician presses the Esc key, the PC continues to turn on without any further issues.

  Which of the following should the technician do next?

  A. Replace the HDD.
  B. Update the PC's BIOS.
  C. Close the ticket.
  D. Change the NIC.
  A. Replace the HDD.

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  Explanation

  Comprehensive and Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:

  S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology):

  Next Steps:

  Incorrect Options:

  Update the PC's BIOS: While keeping the BIOS updated is a good practice, it does not address the S.M.A.R.T. error, which is specific to the HDD.

  Close the ticket: Closing the ticket without resolving the issue would be improper, as the S.M.A.R.T. error is a hardware problem that needs to be addressed to prevent future data loss or downtime.

  Change the NIC: The NIC (Network Interface Card) is unrelated to the storage system and would not resolve a S.M.A.R.T. error.

  CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam Objectives (220-1101), Domain 5.1 ?Troubleshooting hard drives and RAID arrays.

• Question 666:

  A user has been having issues charging a laptop after turning it on and has noticed the laptop screen is dim. Which of the following components most likely needs to be replaced?

  A. LCD
  B. Video card
  C. Digitizer
  D. inverter
  D. inverter

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  Explanation

  An inverter is a component that converts DC power to AC power for the backlight of an LCD (liquid crystal display) screen. If the inverter is faulty, the screen may appear dim or dark, even if the brightness settings are adjusted. Replacing the

  inverter may fix the issue. The LCD itself, the video card, and the digitizer are not related to the screen brightness problem.

  [CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) Certification Study Guide], page 17.

• Question 667:

  A user reports that printing on heavy cardstock paper results in the image smearing if touched. When printing on plain paper, the problem does not occur.

  Which of the following would be the NEXT troubleshooting step to perform?

  A. Increase the fuser temperature.
  B. Change the paper feed rate.
  C. Clean the transfer roller.
  D. Replace the toner cartridge.
  A. Increase the fuser temperature.

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  Explanation

• Question 668:

  A user failed to gain access to a building's entrance after security measures at the entrance were upgraded last week. The company implemented the 13.56MHz frequency short band, and users can now utilize their mobile devices to authenticate. Which of the following has to be enabled for the mobile device to authenticate?

  A. Bluetooth
  B. Biometrics
  C. NFC
  D. PIN
  C. NFC

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  Explanation

  NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology used for short-range wireless communication between devices, typically used for contactless payments and authentication. In this scenario, the 13.56MHz frequency short band was implemented, and users can authenticate using their mobile devices, which requires NFC to be enabled on the device.

  References: CompTIA A+ Certification Exam Objectives 220-1001 - Mobile device network and device synchronization

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• Question 669:

  An IT specialist sets up a new computer for a user who requires a high-end video card and the fastest hard drive possible.

  Which of the following connectors should the specialist verify are available on the motherboard? (Select two.)

  A. A. Molex
  B. NVMe
  C. SATA
  D. FireWire
  E. USB-C
  F. PCIe
  B. NVMe
  F. PCIe

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  Explanation

  Step by Step Detailed Comprehensive

  Explanation with All CompTIA

  References:

  Analysis of the Problem:

  Option Evaluation:

  Domain 3.3 focuses on hardware requirements for components.

• Question 670:

  Which of the following combinations of specifications and frequencies delivers the greatest speed and compatibility for lot devices?

  A. A and 5GHz
  B. Band 2.4GHz
  C. G and 5GHz
  D. N and 2.4GHz
  D. N and 2.4GHz

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  Explanation

  802.11n combined with the 2.4GHz frequency offers the greatest compatibility for IoT devices.

  802.11n: Operates on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, offering backward compatibility with older standards like 802.11b/g. 2.4GHz: Has longer range and better penetration through walls, making it ideal for IoT devices that are spread across large areas.

  Why Not A (A and 5GHz): 802.11a is outdated and supports only 5GHz, offering limited compatibility.

  Why Not B (Band 2.4GHz): A frequency alone isn't a standard; 802.11n paired with 2.4GHz provides a more complete solution.

  Why Not C (G and 5GHz): 802.11g supports only 2.4GHz, not 5GHz, and is slower compared to 802.11n.

  Core 1 (220-1101), Section 2.3, wireless networking standards and frequencies.