CompTIA SK0-005 Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

CompTIA SK0-005 Online Questions & Answers

• Question 141:

  A technician is troubleshooting a server issue. The technician has determined several possible causes of the issue and has identified various solutions. Which of the following should the technician do NEXT?

  A. Consult internet forums to determine which is the most common cause and deploy only that solution.
  B. Test each solution individually to determine the root cause, rolling back the changes in between each test.
  C. Implement the shortest solution first to identify the issue and minimize downtime.
  D. Test each solution in succession and restore the server from the latest snapshot.
  B. Test each solution individually to determine the root cause, rolling back the changes in between each test.

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• Question 142:

  An organization stores backup tapes of its servers at cold sites. The organization wants to ensure the tapes are properly maintained and usable during a DR scenario. Which of the following actions should the organization perform?

  A. Have the facility inspect and inventory the tapes on a regular basis.
  B. Have duplicate equipment available at the cold site.
  C. Retrieve the tapes from the cold site and test them.
  D. Use the test equipment at the cold site to read the tapes.
  C. Retrieve the tapes from the cold site and test them.

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  Explanation

  The organization should retrieve the tapes from the cold site and test them to ensure they are properly maintained and usable during a DR scenario. A cold site is a location that has space and power for backup equipment, but no actual equipment installed or configured. The organization stores backup tapes of its servers at cold sites as a precaution in case of a disaster that affects its primary site. However, backup tapes can degrade over time due to environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, dust, or magnetic fields. Therefore, the organization should periodically retrieve the tapes from the cold site and test them on compatible equipment to verify their integrity and readability.

  References: CompTIA Server+ SK0-005 Certification Study Guide, Chapter 6, Lesson 6.4, Objective 6.4

• Question 143:

  Which of the following script types would MOST likely be used on a modern Windows server OS?

  A. Batch
  B. VBS
  C. Bash
  D. PowerShell
  D. PowerShell

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• Question 144:

  A server located in an IDF of a paper mill reboots every other day at random times. Which of the following should the technician perform on the server first?

  A. Check the power cables
  B. Clean the fans.
  C. Replace the RAM.
  D. Reattach the CPU heat sink
  A. Check the power cables

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  Explanation

  In a situation where a server reboots randomly, the first step should be to check for any issues with the power supply. Random reboots can often be caused by intermittent power supply issues, which can be due to faulty power cables, loose connections, or problems with the power source itself. This is especially pertinent in environments like a paper mill where dust and debris might affect cable integrity. Since the issue occurs every other day and at random times, it's less likely to be caused by components that would typically fail due to overheating or other gradual issues (like RAM or CPU heat sink problems). Therefore, checking the power cables is the simplest and most direct first step to troubleshoot the issue.

• Question 145:

  Users report they are unable to access an application after a recent third-party patch update. The physical server that is hosting the application keeps crashing on reboot. Although the update was installed directly from the manufacturer's support website as recommended, it has now been recalled and removed from the website, as the update unintentionally installed unauthorized software after a reboot.

  Which of the following steps should the administrator perform to restore access to the application while minimizing downtime? (Choose two.)

  A. Uninstall recent updates.
  B. Reimage the server with a different OS.
  C. Run a port scan to verify open ports.
  D. Enable a GPO to uninstall the update.
  E. Scan and remove any malware.
  F. Reformat the server and restore the image from the latest backup.
  A. Uninstall recent updates.
  E. Scan and remove any malware.

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  Explanation

  A. Uninstall recent updates.

  E. Scan and remove any malware.

  The first step the administrator should take is to uninstall the recent update, as it is causing the server to crash and preventing access to the application. This will help to restore access to the application without any further downtime.

  In addition, the administrator should also scan and remove any malware that may have been inadvertently installed as a result of the unauthorized software that was installed by the recent update. This will help to ensure that the server is secure and prevent any future issues.

  Options B, C, D, and F are not necessary or recommended for this situation. Reimaging the server with a different OS or reformatting the server and restoring from backup would result in significant downtime and may not address the root cause of the issue. Running a port scan and enabling a GPO to uninstall the update are not necessary for resolving this issue.

• Question 146:

  A company's security team has noticed employees seem to be blocking the door in the main data center when they are working on equipment to avoid having to gain access each time. Which of the following should be implemented to force the employees to enter the data center properly?

  A. A security camera
  B. A mantrap
  C. A security guard
  D. A proximity card
  B. A mantrap

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  Explanation

  A mantrap is a security device that consists of two interlocking doors that allow only one person to enter at a time. A mantrap would prevent employees from blocking the door in the main data center and force them to enter properly using their credentials. The other options would not enforce proper entry to the data center

• Question 147:

  A technician is attempting to resolve an issue with a file server that is unable to download a file. Given the following output:

  

  Which of the following would best allow this file to be read?

  A. chown
  B. sestatus
  C. setenforce
  D. getenforce
  E. chmod
  C. setenforce

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• Question 148:

  A server administrator is building a pair of new storage servers. The servers will replicate; therefore, no redundancy is required, but usable capacity must be maximized. Which of the following RAID levels should the server administrator implement?

  B. 1
  C. 5
  D. 6
  E. 10
  A

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• Question 149:

  A technician is attempting to reboot a remote physical Linux server. However, attempts to command a shutdown -----now result in the loss of the SSH connection. The server still responds to pings. Which of the following should the technician use to command a remote shutdown?

  A. Virtual serial console
  B. A KVM
  C. An IDRAC
  D. A crash cart
  C. An IDRAC

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  Explanation

  An IDRAC (Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller) is a tool that can be used to command a remote shutdown of a physical Linux server. An IDRAC is a hardware device that provides out-of-band management for Dell servers. It allows the technician to access the server's console, power cycle, reboot, or shut down the server remotely using a web interface or a command-line interface. An IDRAC does not depend on the operating system or network connectivity of the server. A virtual serial console is a tool that can be used to access a remote virtual machine's console using a serial port connection. A KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) switch is a device that allows the technician to switch between different computer sources using the same keyboard, monitor, and mouse. A crash cart is a mobile unit that contains a keyboard, monitor, mouse, and other tools that can be connected to a physical server for troubleshooting purposes.

  References: https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000131486/understanding-the-idrac https://www.howtogeek.com/799968/what-is-a-kvm-switch/ https://www.techopedia.com/definition/1032/business-impact-analysis-bia

• Question 150:

  A technician is troubleshooting a server issue. Which of the following should the technician do to ensure the solution can be duplicated in the future?

  A. Verify system functionality and implement preventive measures
  B. Document the ndings, actions, and outcomes throughout the process
  C. Determine if there is a common element or symptom
  D. Notify the impacted users before implementing any changes
  B. Document the ndings, actions, and outcomes throughout the process

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