Certified - CompTIA Server+ Audio Course

Welcome to the CompTIA Server+ Certification

Episode 124 — Misconfigured NICs and VLANs — Interface Troubleshooting Tactics

This episode explains how misconfigured network interface cards (NICs) and VLAN settings can disrupt server connectivity. We cover issues such as incorrect VLAN tagging, mismatched speed and duplex…

Episode 123 — Network Connectivity Issues — DHCP, DNS, and Route Problems

This episode focuses on diagnosing network connectivity failures by examining IP assignment, name resolution, and routing paths. We explain how DHCP misconfigurations can lead to incorrect or missing…

Episode 122 — Configuration and Service Failures — Improper Setup and Missing Resources

This episode covers how incorrect configurations and missing dependencies can prevent services from starting or functioning correctly. We discuss common causes, such as incorrect file paths,…

Episode 121 — Dependency and Update Conflicts — Software Incompatibility Resolution

This episode explains how dependency issues and update conflicts can cause application or service failures. We discuss scenarios where software relies on specific versions of libraries, frameworks,…

Episode 120 — OS and Software Problems — Login Issues and Patch Failures

This episode addresses troubleshooting operating system and application problems, including failed logins, service outages, and patch installation errors. We explain how authentication…

Episode 119 — Partition and Filesystem Errors — Misalignment, Corruption, and Boot Failures

This episode examines how partition and file system errors can impact server operations. We explain problems such as partition misalignment reducing performance, corruption preventing access to data,…

Episode 118 — HBA and Controller Issues — Advanced Storage Adapter Failures

This episode focuses on diagnosing problems with host bus adapters (HBAs) and storage controllers, which are critical for connecting servers to storage devices. We discuss symptoms of adapter…

Episode 117 — Storage Failures — Mount Errors, Slow Access, and File Corruption

This episode covers how to identify and resolve storage-related failures in server environments. We explain symptoms such as inability to mount volumes, significantly degraded read/write speeds, and…

Episode 116 — RAID Misconfigurations — Faulty Arrays, Rebuilds, and Bad Sectors

This episode explains how RAID misconfigurations can lead to degraded performance, data loss, or complete array failure. We discuss common causes such as incorrect drive order, mismatched drive…

Episode 115 — Visual and Auditory Cues — LED, LCD, and Unusual Sounds or Smells

This episode examines how to use visual and auditory indicators to troubleshoot hardware problems. We discuss interpreting status LEDs, reading LCD panel error codes, and recognizing abnormal sounds…

Episode 114 — CMOS Battery and Lockup Events — Diagnosing Time and Power Problems

This episode covers how a failing CMOS battery can cause time drift, loss of BIOS settings, and boot failures. We explain the function of the CMOS battery in maintaining system configuration when…

Episode 113 — POST Errors and Random Lockups — Identifying Hardware Start Failures

This episode explains how to diagnose Power-On Self-Test (POST) errors and intermittent system lockups that indicate potential hardware problems. We discuss common beep codes, LED indicators, and…

Episode 112 — Memory-Related Issues — Dumps, Crashes, and RAM Errors

This episode focuses on troubleshooting server memory problems, from application crashes to full system halts. We explain how to interpret memory dumps, identify faulty DIMMs, and use diagnostic…

Episode 111 — Predictive Failures — Early Warning Signs and Indicators

This episode explains how predictive failure technologies and monitoring tools can identify hardware issues before they cause outages. We discuss using SMART data for drives, temperature and fan…

Episode 110 — Troubleshooting Documentation — Recording Actions and Outcomes

This episode focuses on documenting troubleshooting activities from the initial problem report to the final resolution. We discuss capturing details about symptoms, diagnostic steps, implemented…

Episode 109 — Root Cause Analysis — Preventing Future Incidents

This episode covers how to conduct a root cause analysis (RCA) to determine why a problem occurred and how to prevent its recurrence. We explain how to gather evidence, map the sequence of events,…

Episode 108 — Functional Verification — Ensuring System Stability Post-Fix

This episode explains the importance of verifying that a system is fully functional after implementing a fix. We discuss running validation tests, confirming service availability, and ensuring…

Episode 107 — Change Implementation — Testing and Controlled Changes

This episode focuses on executing the planned solution in a controlled environment. We cover making one change at a time, monitoring for its effect, and ensuring each adjustment aligns with the…

Episode 106 — Establishing a Plan of Action — Solution Planning and Notifications

This episode explains how to create a detailed plan of action once the root cause of a problem is identified. We discuss outlining step-by-step remediation tasks, sequencing changes to minimize…