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1.1 Install, configure, optimize and upgrade personal computer components • Add, remove and configure personal computer components including selection and installation of appropriate components for example: o Storage devices o Motherboards o Power supplies o Processors / CPUs o Memory o Display devices o Input devices (e.g. basic, specialty and multimedia) o Adapter cards o Cooling systems
1.3 Perform preventive maintenance of personal computer components • Identify and apply common preventive maintenance techniques for personal computer components for example: o Display devices (e.g. cleaning, ventilation) o Power devices (e.g. appropriate source such as power strip, surge protector, ventilation and cooling) o Input devices (e.g. covers) o Storage devices (e.g. software tools such as Disk Defragmenter and cleaning of optics and tape heads) o Thermally sensitive devices such as motherboards, CPU, adapter cards memory (e.g. cleaning, air flow)
In order to receive CompTIA A+ certification a candidate must pass two exams. The first exam is CompTIA A+ Essentials. Objectives for the CompTIA A+ Essentials Examination are available for public review at www.comptia.org. The CompTIA A+ 220-602 exam is targeted for individuals who work or intend to work in a mobile or corporate technical environment with a high level of face-to-face client interaction. Job titles in some organizations which are descriptive of the role of this individual may be: Enterprise technician, IT administrator, field service technician, PC technician, etc.
