CompTIA A+ Question I-53

Which of the following Internet connection types will offer a more consistent upload and download speed?

A. DSL
B. ISDN
C. Satellite
D. Fiber

Correct Answer: D

CompTIA A+ Question I-50

A technician is installing new hard drives into a server and needs to set IDs to numbers ranging from 0-15. Which of the following types of drives is the technician installing?

A. SATA
B. SCSI
C. USB
D. EIDE

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SCSI

CompTIA A+ Question I-48

A datacenter server technician notices that several of the last sticks of RAM which were installed as upgrades have been found damaged due to static electricity. This only occurs in a particular server room within a large datacenter. Which of the following environmental hazards is MOST likely at play here?

A. Humidity levels are well below average
B. Temperature levels are too high
C. Temperature levels are well below average
D. The room does not have enough ventilation

CompTIA A+ Question I-47

A technician is preparing to perform a processor upgrade on a critical company server. Which of the following precautions should be taken FIRST before performing such work on a system? (Select TWO).

A. Discharge all capacitors inside the PSU
B. Remove all jewellery
C. Ensure the PSU is plugged into a grounded electrical socket
D. Ensure humidity levels within the room are lowered
E. Put on an anti-static wrist strap

Correct Answer: BE

CompTIA A+ Question I-45

A user wishes to dispose of a CRT monitor that is no longer working. Which of the following steps should a technician complete before proceeding with the disposal?

A. Break the glass in the CRT in a controlled environment to prevent injury
B. Discharge all capacitors in the CRT and remove them before disposal
C. Ensure familiarity and compliance with all relevant local regulations
D. Ensure that the monitor is no longer working and repair if possible

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
CRT monitor has lead, which is a toxic component of the cathode tube. In order to dispose off properly, you need to be familiar with state and local regulations.