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1. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
CompTIA Network+
in a Nutshell
Chapter 1

2. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Describe the importance of CompTIA
Network+ certification
•Illustrate the structure and contents of the
CompTIA Network+ certification exam
•Plan a strategy to prepare for the exam
Objectives

3. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Networking
–A vast field of study
–Too large for any single certification
•Benefits of CompTIA Network+ certification
–Gives you an overview of networking
–Serves as a prerequisite for more advanced
certifications
–Provides an opportunity to learn valuable
information
Introduction

4. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•CompTIA Network+ certification covers:
–Local area networks (LANs)
–Wide area networks (WANs)
–The Internet (the world’s largest WAN)
–Security
–Cabling
–Applications
Introduction (cont’d.)

5. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
Who Needs CompTIA
Network+?

6. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•This text looks at real-world networking as
performed by real techs
–Goes well beyond the scope of a single
certification
•If you’re going to have this knowledge, why
not get the certification?
I Just Want to Learn About Networks!

7. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
What Is CompTIA Network+
Certification?

8. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•An industry-wide, vendor-neutral certification
–Developed by the Computer Technology Industry
Association (CompTIA)
•Passing the test illustrates:
–Basic competency in the physical support of
networking systems
–Knowledge of conceptual aspects of networking
CompTIA Network+ Certification

9. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Widely recognized throughout the IT industry
•Considered the next step after CompTIA A+
certification (for PC technicians)
CompTIA Network+ Certification
(cont’d.)

10. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
What Is CompTIA?

11. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•A nonprofit, industry trade association
–Founded in 1982
•Members worldwide include computer
resellers, value-added resellers, distributors,
manufacturers, and training companies
•Provides certifications for a variety of areas
–Network+ certification exam unveiled in 1999
CompTIA

12. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
The Current CompTIA Network+
Certification Exam Release

13. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Each release covers the latest technologies
with updated certification objectives,
domains, and exam questions
•N10-006 CompTIA Network+ exam released in
2015
Exam Releases

14. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
How Do I Become CompTIA
Network+ Certified?

15. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Pass one computer-based exam
–No prerequisites or networking experience
–No special training course or materials required
•Certification lasts three years
–Certification can be renewed by taking the current
exam or completing approved continuing
education activities
Becoming Certified

16. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
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•Nine to twelve months networking experience
•CompTIA A+ knowledge
CompTIA Recommendations

17. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
What Is the Exam Like?

18. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Contains 100 questions
•90-minute time limit
•Minimum pass score of 720 on a scale that
ranges from 100-900
–Check CompTIA website to determine the current
scale
•Multiple-choice and performance-based
questions
The Exam

19. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Performance-based questions require you to
do something
•Examples
–Arrange a wireless access point in an office for
maximum coverage
–Properly align the colored wires on a network
connector
The Exam (cont’d.)

20. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
This table lists the domains,
and the percentage of the test each represents

21. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Extremely practical
–Includes real-world troubleshooting scenarios
–Asks about hardware and software failures
–Examples
•“What do you do next?”
•“What is the most likely problem?”
The Exam (cont’d.)

22. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Know how to install and configure a PC to
connect to a network
–Install and test a network card
–Configure drivers
–Load all network software
–Know different topologies, standards, and cabling
–Know the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI)
seven-layer model
–Know the protocol suites – especially TCP/IP
The Exam (cont’d.)

23. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Go to an authorized testing center
•Locate and schedule an exam
–Pearson VUE: 877-551-7587 (www.vue.com)
How Do I Take the Test?

24. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Price set by CompTIA
•At publication time, US $246 for
non-CompTIA members
•Save money by purchasing an exam voucher
through CompTIA member companies
–Buy the voucher and use it to pay for the exam
–Visit www.totalsem.com or call 800-446-6004 to
purchase vouchers
How Much Does the Test Cost?

25. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•When registering:
–Have your Social Security number (or international
equivalent)
–Pay by credit card or voucher number
–Note that international prices vary
How Do I Register?

26. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
How to Pass the
CompTIA Network+ Exam

27. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Read the book
•Answer the questions at the end of each
chapter
•Take the practice exams on the media
accompanying the book
•Review any topics you missed
Keep It Simple!

28. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Obligate yourself
–Schedule the exam
–Determine necessary study time
–Call Pearson VUE and schedule the exam
•Set aside the right amount of study time
–See Table 1.1 for average study times
–Consider your study habits
Study Tips

29. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.

30. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Set a strategy for studying
–Fast track group
–Brainiacs
•Most chapters are broken down into two parts
–Historical/conceptual
–Test-specific
Study Tips (cont’d.)

31. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Skip everything but the test specific section in
each chapter
•Jump to the chapter review questions
•Review historical/conceptual sections if any
areas are problematic
•Take free practice exams
•Consider yourself ready for the test once you
are scoring in the 80-85 percent range
Fast Tracker Approach

32. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Read the whole book in sequence
–Don’t skip around
•Have a network available while you read
–Need some gear to do hands-on exercises
•Read the book a second time
–One chapter per sitting
–Concentrate on the test-specific sections
•Answer the end-of-chapter questions
Brainiac Approach

33. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+
®
Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Fourth Edition (Exam N10-006)
Copyright © 2015 by McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved.
•Take the practice exams
•Review the results summary to identify areas
you need to study further
•Study more, and continue retaking the exams
until you consistently score in the 80-85
percent range
Brainiac Approach (cont’d.)