Certified - CompTIA Server+

This episode introduces Domain 1 of the CompTIA Server+ exam, which covers the complete lifecycle of server hardware installation and ongoing management. You’ll learn how this domain addresses the practical skills needed to assemble, configure, and maintain server components within data centers or enterprise environments. The discussion includes how installation planning, hardware compatibility, and proper rack and cabling setups contribute directly to operational efficiency and reliability. Understanding the structure of Domain 1 provides a foundation for mastering related topics such as racking standards, power distribution, and chassis selection.

We also explore how hardware installation concepts are tested on the exam, often through scenario-based and performance-style questions that replicate real-world challenges. Examples show how candidates may be asked to select the correct rack unit size, choose a compatible storage interface, or troubleshoot a faulty power feed. This overview sets the stage for deeper dives into each subtopic, ensuring you recognize not only the definitions but also the decision-making processes that drive correct installation and management choices. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber prepcasts, books, and information to strengthen your certification path.