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Table of Contents
CompTIA A+ 220-801 Exam, Case Fans and Other Fans and Heat Sinks . . . . 69
2012 Edition Examination Objectives Liquid Cooling Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Mapped to Chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Dealing with Dust. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Selecting a Power Supply ...................................73
CompTIA A+ 220-802 Exam, Types and Characteristics of
2012 Edition Examination Objectives Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Mapped to Chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx How to Calculate Wattage Capacity. . . . . . . . . 75

CHAPTER 3
CHAPTER 1
All About Motherboards . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
First Look at Computer Parts
and Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Motherboard Types and Features ........................82
Motherboard Form Factors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
What’s Inside the Case .........................................2 Processor Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Form Factors Used by Computer Cases, Power The Chipset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Supplies, and Motherboards . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Buses and Expansion Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Drives, Their Cables, and Connectors . . . . . . . 18 On-board Ports and Connectors . . . . . . . . . . 104
Protecting Yourself and the Equipment Configuring a Motherboard............................... 106
against Electrical Dangers ...............................23 Using Jumpers to Configure a
Measures and Properties of Electricity . . . . . . 24 Motherboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Protect Yourself against Electrical Using Setup BIOS to Configure a
Shock and Burns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Motherboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Protect the Equipment against Static Maintaining a Motherboard .............................. 122
Electricity or ESD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Updating Motherboard Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Tools Used by a PC Repair Technician ..................33 Flashing BIOS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
POST Diagnostic Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Replacing the CMOS Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Power Supply Tester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Installing or Replacing a Motherboard ............... 126
Multimeter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 How to Select a Motherboard. . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Loopback Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 How to Install or Replace a Motherboard . . . 127
Proper Use of Cleaning Pads and Solutions . . . 39
Managing Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Lifting Heavy Objects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 CHAPTER 4
Supporting Processors
and Upgrading Memory . . . . . . . . . . 137
CHAPTER 2
Types and Characteristics of Processors ............. 138
Working Inside a Computer . . . . . . . . . 45
How a Processor Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
How to Work Inside a Computer Case ..................46 Intel Processors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Step 1: Plan and Organize Your Work . . . . . . . 46 AMD Processors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Step 2: Open the Computer Case Selecting and Installing a Processor .................. 146
and Examine the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Select a Processor to Match System Needs. . . 146
Step 3: Remove Expansion Cards . . . . . . . . . . 52 Install a Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Step 4: Remove the Motherboard, Memory Technologies ...................................... 162
Power Supply, and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 DIMM Technologies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Steps to Put a Computer Back Together . . . . . 60 RIMM Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Cooling Methods and Devices .............................67 Memory Technologies and Memory
Processor Coolers, Fans, and Heat Sinks . . . . . 67 Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172

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How to Upgrade Memory.................................. 173 Touch Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258


How Much Memory Do I Need and KVM Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
How Much Is Currently Installed? . . . . . . . 173 Installing and Configuring Adapter Cards .......... 260
How Many and What Kind of Memory Sound Cards and Onboard Sound . . . . . . . . . 265
Modules Are Currently Installed?. . . . . . . . 175 TV Tuner and Video Capture Cards . . . . . . . . 266
How Many and What Kind of Modules Supporting the Video Subsystem ...................... 268
Can Fit on My Motherboard? . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Monitor Technologies and Features . . . . . . . 268
How Do I Select and Purchase the Video Cards and Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Right Memory Modules? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Changing Monitor Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
How Do I Install the New Modules? . . . . . . . 182 Video Memory and Windows 7/Vista . . . . . . . 280
Supporting Storage Devices .............................. 282
File Systems Used by Storage Devices . . . . . . 282
CHAPTER 5 Standards Used by Optical Drives and Discs . . .284
Installing an Optical Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Supporting Hard Drives . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Solid-State Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Hard Drive Technologies and Interface
Standards .................................................... 190
Technologies Used Inside a Hard Drive . . . . . 190 CHAPTER 7
Interface Standards Used by a Hard Drive . . . 193
How to Select and Install Hard Drives ............... 204 Satisfying Customer Needs . . . . . . . . . 301
Selecting a Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Job Roles and Responsibilities .......................... 302
Steps to Install a Serial ATA Drive . . . . . . . . 205
Certification and Professional
Steps to Configure and Install a Parallel
Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
ATA Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Record-keeping and Information Tools . . . . . 305
Setting Up Hardware RAID . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
What Customers Want: Beyond
About Tape Drives and Floppy Drives ................ 228
Technical Know-how..................................... 306
Installing Tape Drives and Selecting
Planning for Good Service ................................ 310
Tape Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Initial Contact with a Customer . . . . . . . . . . 311
Installing a Floppy Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Interview the Customer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Set and Meet Customer Expectations . . . . . . 314
Working with a Customer on Site . . . . . . . . . 315
CHAPTER 6 Working with a Customer on the Phone . . . . 316
Dealing with Difficult Customers . . . . . . . . . 318
Supporting I/O
The Customer Decides When the
and Storage Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Work Is Done . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Basic Principles for Supporting Devices ............. 238 Sometimes You Must Escalate a Problem . . . . 322
Using the Action Center and The Job Isn’t Finished until the
Device Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Paperwork Is Done. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Ports and Wireless Connections Used Working with Co-workers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
by Peripheral Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 Dealing with Prohibited Content and Activity .... 328
Installing I/O Peripheral Devices ...................... 250 Customizing Computer Systems ........................ 329
Mouse or Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 Graphics or CAD/CAM Workstation . . . . . . . . 330
Barcode Readers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Audio and Video Editing Workstation . . . . . . 332
Biometric Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Virtualization Workstation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Digital Cameras and Camcorders . . . . . . . . . . 254 Gaming PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Webcams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255 Home Theater PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Graphics Tablets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 Home Server PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
MIDI Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Thick Client and Thin Client . . . . . . . . . . . . 338

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CHAPTER 8 CHAPTER 10
Troubleshooting Hardware Networking Types, Devices,
Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 and Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 463
How to Approach a Hardware Problem .............. 346 Network Types and Topologies.......................... 464
Troubleshooting the Electrical System ............... 352 Network Technologies Used for Internet
Problems That Come and Go . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 467
Power Problems with the Motherboard . . . . . 356 Hardware Used by Local Networks..................... 476
Problems with Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Wired and Wireless Network Adapters . . . . . . 476
Troubleshooting POST before Video Is Active ..... 363 Dial-up Modems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 482
Troubleshooting Error Messages during Switches and Hubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 482
the Boot ..................................................... 364 Wireless Access Points and Bridges. . . . . . . . 484
Troubleshooting the Motherboard, Other Network Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 485
Processor, and RAM ...................................... 366 Ethernet Cables and Connectors . . . . . . . . . . 486
Problems with Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373 Setting Up and Troubleshooting Network Wiring ... 491
Troubleshooting Hard Drives ............................ 376 Tools Used by Network Technicians . . . . . . . 492
Troubleshooting Monitors and Video ................. 380 How Twisted-pair Cables and
Protecting a Computer and the Environment ..... 388 Connectors Are Wired. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 496
Physically Protect Your Equipment . . . . . . . . 388
Document Preventive Maintenance. . . . . . . . 392
How to Dispose of Used Equipment . . . . . . . 393 CHAPTER 11
Supporting Notebooks . . . . . . . . . . . . 513
CHAPTER 9 Special Considerations when Supporting
Notebooks ................................................... 514
Connecting to and Setting
Warranty Concerns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 516
Up a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401
Service Manuals and Other Sources
Understanding TCP/IP and Windows of Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 517
Networking.................................................. 402 Diagnostic Tools Provided by
Layers of Network Communication . . . . . . . . 402 Manufacturers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 519
How IP Addresses Get Assigned . . . . . . . . . . 406 The OEM Operating System Build . . . . . . . . . 520
How IPv4 IP Addresses Are Used . . . . . . . . . 407 Maintaining Notebooks and Notebook
How IPv6 IP Addresses Are Used . . . . . . . . . 412 Components ................................................ 523
View IP Address Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414 Special Keys, Buttons, and Input
Character-Based Names Identify Devices on a Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 524
Computers and Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415 PCMCIA and ExpressCard Slots . . . . . . . . . . . 527
TCP/IP Protocol Layers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417 Updating Port or Slot Drivers. . . . . . . . . . . . 530
Connecting a Computer to a Network ................ 423 Power and Electrical Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 531
Connect to a Wired Network . . . . . . . . . . . . 423 Power Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 533
Connect to a Wireless Network. . . . . . . . . . . 428 Port Replicators and Docking Stations . . . . . 536
Connect to a Wireless WAN (Cellular) Replacing and Upgrading Internal Parts ............ 539
Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 434 Three Approaches to Dealing with
Create a Dial-up Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . 439 a Broken Internal Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . 539
Setting Up a Multifunction Router for a Upgrading Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540
SOHO Network ............................................. 441 Replacing a Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 544
Functions of a SOHO Router . . . . . . . . . . . . 442 Disassembling and Reassembling a
Install and Configure the Router on Notebook Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 546
the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 444 Working Inside an All-in-one Computer . . . . 567

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Troubleshooting Notebooks .............................. 571 Cleaning a Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610


Problems Logging onto Windows . . . . . . . . . 571 Printer Maintenance Kits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 612
No Wireless Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 571 Upgrade the Printer Memory or
Power or Battery Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 573 Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 617
No Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 574 Print Servers and the Print
Flickering, Dim, or Otherwise Poor Video . . . 575 Management Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 619
Troubleshooting Printers.................................. 622
Printer Does Not Print. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 623
CHAPTER 12 Poor Print Quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 634

Supporting Printers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 581


Printer Types and Features............................... 582 APPENDIX A
Printer Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 582
Keystroke Shortcuts in Windows . . . . 643
Types of Printers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 583
Using Windows to Install, Share, and
Manage Printers ........................................... 591 APPENDIX B
Installing a Local or Network Printer . . . . . . 593
Sharing an Installed Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . 602 CompTIA A+ Acronyms . . . . . . . . . . . . 647
Installing a Shared Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604
Managing Printer Features and
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 657
Add-on Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 605
Managing the Printer Queue . . . . . . . . . . . . 607
Printer Maintenance and Upgrades.................... 608 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 677
Online Support for Printers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 608

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CompTIA A+ 220-801 Exam, 2012 Edition Examination Objectives
Mapped to Chapters
A+ Guide to Hardware and A+ Guide to Software when used together fully meet all of the CompTIA A+
exams objectives. If the A+ exam objective is covered in the corresponding textbook, it is referenced in the
Page Numbers column.
DOMAIN 1.0 PC HARDWARE

1.1 Configure and apply BIOS settings.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Install firmware upgrades – flash BIOS 3 106–126
BIOS component information 3 106–126
• RAM 3 106–126
• Hard drive 3 106–126
• Optical drive 3 106–126
• CPU 3 106–126
BIOS configurations 3 106–126
• Boot sequence 3 106–126
• Enabling and disabling devices 3 106–126
• Date/time 3 106–126
• Clock speeds 3 106–126
• Virtualization support 3 106–126
„ BIOS security (passwords, drive encryption: TPM,
lo-jack) 3 106–126
Use built-in diagnostics 3 106–126
Monitoring 3 106–126
• Temperature monitoring 3 106–126
• Fan speeds 3 106–126
• Intrusion detection/notification 3 106–126
• Voltage 3 106–126
• Clock 3 106–126
• Bus speed 3 106–126

1.2 Differentiate between motherboard components, their purposes, and properties.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Sizes 3 82–106, 125–131
• ATX 3 82–106, 125–131
• Micro-ATX 3 82–106, 125–131
• ITX 3 82–106, 125–131
Expansion slots 3 82–106, 125–131
• PCI 3 82–106, 125–131
• PCI-X 3 82–106, 125–131
• PCIe 3 82–106, 125–131
• miniPCI 3 82–106, 125–131
• AGP2x, 4x, 8x 3 82–106, 125–131
RAM slots 4 162–184
CPU sockets 3 82–106, 125–131
Chipsets 3 82–106, 125–131
• North Bridge 3 82–106, 125–131
• South Bridge 3 82–106, 125–131
• CMOS battery 3 82–106, 125–131

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Jumpers 3 82–106, 125–131


Power connections and types 3 82–106, 125–131
Fan connectors 3 82–106, 125–131
Front panel connectors 2 46–67
• USB 2 46–67
• Audio 2 46–67
• Power button 2 46–67
• Power light 2 46–67
• Drive activity lights 2 46–67
• Reset button 2 46–67
Bus speeds 3 82–106, 125–131

1.3 Compare and contrast RAM types and features.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Types 4 162–184
• DDR 4 162–184
• DDR2 4 162–184
• DDR3 4 162–184
• SDRAM 4 162–184
• SODIMM 4 162–184
• RAMBUS 4 162–184
• DIMM 4 162–184
• Parity vs. non-parity 4 162–184
• ECC vs. non-ECC 4 162–184
• RAM configurations 4 162–184
„ Single channel vs. dual channel vs. triple channel 4 162–184
• Single sided vs. double sided 4 162–184
RAM compatibility and speed 4 162–184

1.4 Install and configure expansion cards.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Sound cards 6 260–282
Video cards 6 260–282
Network cards 10 476–482
Serial and parallel cards 6 260–282
USB cards 6 260–282
Firewire cards 6 260–282
Storage cards 5 220–227
Modem cards 10 476–482
Wireless/cellular cards 10 476–482
TV tuner cards 6 260–282
Video capture cards 6 260–282
Riser cards 3 101

1.5 Install and configure storage devices and use appropriate media.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Optical drives 6 238–293
• CD-ROM 6 238–293
• DVD-ROM 6 238–293
• Blu-Ray 6 238–293

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Combo drives and burners 6 238–293


• CD-RW 6 238–293
• DVD-RW 6 238–293
• Dual Layer DVD-RW 6 238–293
• BD-R 6 238–293
• BD-RE 6 238–293
Connection types 6 238–293
• External 6 238–293
„ USB 6 238–293
„ Firewire 6 238–293
„ eSATA 5 190–232
„ Ethernet 6 238–293
• Internal SATA, IDE and SCSI 5 190–232
„ IDE configuration and setup (Master, 5 190–232
Slave, Cable Select)
„ SCSI IDs (0 – 15) 5 190–232
• Hot swappable drives 5 190–232
Hard drives 5 190–232
• Magnetic 5 190–232
• 5400 rpm 5 190–232
• 7200 rpm 5 190–232
• 10,000 rpm 5 190–232
• 15,000 rpm 5 190–232
Solid state/flash drives 5 190–232
• Compact flash 6 238–293
• SD 6 238–293
• Micro-SD 6 238–293
• Mini-SD 6 238–293
• xD 6 238–293
• SSD 5 190–232
RAID types 5 190–232
•0 5 190–232
•1 5 190–232
•5 5 190–232
• 10 5 190–232
Floppy drive 5 190–232
Tape drive 5 190–232
Media capacity 6 238–293
• CD 6 238–293
• CD-RW 6 238–293
• DVD-RW 6 238–293
• DVD 6 238–293
• Blu-Ray 6 238–293
• Tape 5 190–232
• Floppy 5 190–232
• DL DVD 6 238–293

1.6 Differentiate among various CPU types and features and select the appropriate cooling method.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Socket types 3 84–89
• Intel: LGA, 775, 1155, 1156, 1366 3 84–89
• AMD: 940, AM2, AM2+, AM3, AM3+, FM1, F 3 84–89

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Characteristics 4 138–162
• Speeds 4 138–162
• Cores 4 138–162
• Cache size/type 4 138–162
• Hyperthreading 4 138–162
• Virtualization support 4 138–162
• Architecture (32-bit vs. 64-bit) 4 138–162
• Integrated GPU 4 138–162
Cooling 2 67–73
• Heat sink 2 67–73
• Fans 2 67–73
• Thermal paste 2 67–73
• Liquid-based 2 67–73

1.7 Compare and contrast various connection interfaces and explain their purpose.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Physical connections
• USB 1.1 vs. 2.0 vs. 3.0 speed and distance characteristics 6 238–293
„ Connector types: A, B, mini, micro 6 238–293
• Firewire 400 vs. Firewire 800 speed and distance
characteristics 6 238–293
• SATA1 vs. SATA2 vs. SATA3, eSATA, IDE speeds 5 190–204
• Other connector types 1 2–5
„ Serial 1 2–5
„ Parallel 1 2–5
„ VGA 1 2–5
„ HDMI 1 2–5
„ DVI 1 2–5
„ Audio 1 2–5
„ RJ-45 1 2–5
„ RJ-11 1 2–5
• Analog vs. digital transmission 1 2–5
„ VGA vs. HDMI 1 2–5
Speeds, distances and frequencies of wireless device
connections 6 238–293
• Bluetooth 6 238–293
• IR 6 238–293
• RF 6 238–293

1.8 Install an appropriate power supply based on a given scenario.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Connector types and their voltages 1 2–23
• SATA 1 2–23
• Molex 1 2–23
• 4/8-pin 12v 1 2–23
• PCIe 6/8-pin 1 2–23
• 20-pin 1 2–23
• 24-pin 1 2–23
• Floppy 1 2–23
Specifications 2 73–77
• Wattage 2 73–77

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•Size 2 73–77
•Number of connectors 2 73–77
•ATX 1 2–23
•Micro-ATX 1 2–23
Dual voltage options 1 2–23

1.9 Evaluate and select appropriate components for a custom


configuration, to meet customer specifications or needs.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Graphic / CAD / CAM design workstation 7 329–339
• Powerful processor 7 329–339
• High-end video 7 329–339
• Maximum RAM 7 329–339
Audio/Video editing workstation 7 329–339
• Specialized audio and video card 7 329–339
• Large fast hard drive 7 329–339
• Dual monitors 7 329–339
Virtualization workstation 7 329–339
• Maximum RAM and CPU cores 7 329–339
Gaming PC 7 329–339
• Powerful processor 7 329–339
• High-end video/specialized GPU 7 329–339
• Better sound card 7 329–339
• High-end cooling 7 329–339
Home Theater PC 7 329–339
• Surround sound audio 7 329–339
• HDMI output 7 329–339
• HTPC compact form factor 7 329–339
• TV tuner 7 329–339
Standard thick client 7 329–339
• Desktop applications 7 329–339
• Meets recommended requirements for
running Windows 7 329–339
Thin client 7 329–339
• Basic applications 7 329–339
• Meets minimum requirements for running Windows 7 329–339
Home Server PC 7 329–339
• Media streaming 7 329–339
• File sharing 7 329–339
• Print sharing 7 329–339
• Gigabit NIC 7 329–339
• RAID array 7 329–339

1.10 Given a scenario, evaluate types and features of display devices.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Types 6 238–293
• CRT 6 238–293
• LCD 6 238–293
• LED 6 238–293
• Plasma 6 238–293
• Projector 6 238–293
• OLED 6 238–293

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Refresh rates 6 238–293


Resolution 6 238–293
Native resolution 6 238–293
Brightness/lumens 6 238–293
Analog vs. digital 6 238–293
Privacy/antiglare filters 6 238–293
Multiple displays 6 238–293

1.11 Identify connector types and associated cables.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Display connector types 6 268–282
• DVI-D 6 268–282
• DVI-I 6 268–282
• DVI-A 6 268–282
• Displayport 1 2–5
• RCA 6 268–282
• DB-15 1 2–5
• BNC 10 476–490
• miniHDMI 6 268–282
• RJ-45 10 476–506
• miniDin-6 6 268–282
Display cable types 6 268–282
• HDMI 6 268–282
• DVI 6 268–282
• VGA 6 268–282
• Component 6 268–282
• Composite 6 268–282
• S-video 6 268–282
• RGB 6 268–282
• Coaxial 10 476–490
• Ethernet 10 476–490
Device connectors and pin arrangements 5 190–204
• SATA 5 190–204
• eSATA 6 238–293
• PATA 5 190–204
„ IDE 5 190–204
„ EIDE 5 190–204
• Floppy 5 228–232
• USB 6 238–293
• IEE1394 1 2–5
• SCSI 5 190–204
• PS/2 1 2–5
• Parallel 1 2–5
• Serial 1 2–5
• Audio 1 2–5
• RJ-45 10 476–506
Device cable types
• SATA 5 190–204
• eSATA 6 238–293
• IDE 5 190–204

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• EIDE 5 190–204
• Floppy 5 228–232
• USB 6 238–293
• IEE1394 6 238–293
• SCSI 5 190–204
„ 68pin vs. 50pin vs. 25pin 5 190–204
• Parallel 12 596–602
• Serial 6 238–293
• Ethernet 10 476–506
• Phone 10 476–490

1.12 Install and configure various peripheral devices.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Input devices 6 238–282
• Mouse 6 238–282
• Keyboard 6 238–282
• Touch screen 6 238–282
• Scanner 6 238–282
• Barcode reader 6 238–282
• KVM 6 238–282
• Microphone 6 238–282
• Biometric devices 6 238–282
• Game pads 6 238–282
• Joysticks 6 238–282
• Digitizer 6 238–282
Multimedia devices 6 238–282
• Digital cameras 6 238–282
• Microphone 6 238–282
• Webcam 6 238–282
• Camcorder 6 238–282
• MIDI enabled devices 6 238–282
Output devices 6 238–282
• Printers 12 591–608
• Speakers 6 238–282
• Display devices 6 238–282

DOMAIN 2.0 NETWORKING

2.1 Identify types of network cables and connectors.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Fiber 10 476–506
• Connectors: SC, ST and LC 10 476–506
Twisted Pair 10 476–506
• Connectors: RJ-11, RJ-45 10 476–506
• Wiring standards: T568A, T568B 10 476–506
Coaxial 10 476–506
• Connectors: BNC, F-connector 10 476–506

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2.2 Categorize characteristics of connectors and cabling.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Fiber 10 476–490
• Types (single-mode vs. multi-mode) 10 476–490
• Speed and transmission limitations 10 476–490
Twisted pair 10 476–490
• Types: STP, UTP, CAT3, CAT5, CAT5e, CAT6, 10 476–490
plenum, PVC
• Speed and transmission limitations 10 476–490
Coaxial 10 476–490
• Types: RG-6, RG-59 10 476–490
• Speed and transmission limitations 10 476–490

2.3 Explain properties and characteristics of TCP/IP.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


IP class 9 402–415
• Class A 9 402–415
• Class B 9 402–415
• Class C 9 402–415
IPv4 vs. IPv6 9 402–415
Public vs. private vs. APIPA 9 402–415
Static vs. dynamic 9 402–415
Client-side DNS 9 402–415
DHCP 9 402–415
Subnet mask 9 402–415
Gateway 9 402–415

2.4 Explain common TCP and UDP ports, protocols,


and their purpose.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Ports 9 415–423
• 21 – FTP 9 415–423
• 23 – TELNET 9 415–423
• 25 – SMTP 9 415–423
• 53 – DNS 9 415–423
• 80 – HTTP 9 415–423
• 110 – POP3 9 415–423
• 143 – IMAP 9 415–423
• 443 – HTTPS 9 415–423
• 3389 – RDP 9 415–423
Protocols 9 415–423
• DHCP 9 415–423
• DNS 9 415–423
• LDAP 9 415–423
• SNMP 9 415–423
• SMB 9 415–423
• SSH 9 415–423
• SFTP 9 415–423
TCP vs. UDP 9 415–423

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2.5 Compare and contrast wireless networking standards


and encryption types.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Standards 9 452–456
• 802.11 a/b/g/n 9 452–456
• Speeds, distances, and frequencies 9 452–456
Encryption types 9 452–456
• WEP, WPA, WPA2, TKIP, AES 9 452–456

2.6 Install, configure, and deploy a SOHO wireless/wired


router using appropriate settings.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


MAC filtering 9 441–456
Channels (1 – 11) 9 441–456
Port forwarding, port triggering 9 441–456
SSID broadcast (on/off) 9 441–456
Wireless encryption 9 441–456
Firewall 9 441–456
DHCP (on/off) 9 441–456
DMZ 9 441–456
NAT 9 441–456
WPS 9 441–456
Basic QoS 9 441–456

2.7 Compare and contrast Internet connection types and features.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Cable 10 464–476
DSL 10 464–476
Dial-up 10 464–476
Fiber 10 464–476
Satellite 10 464–476
ISDN 10 464–476
Cellular (mobile hotspot) 10 464–476
Line of sight wireless internet service 10 464–476
WiMAX 10 464–476

2.8 Identify various types of networks.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


LAN 10 464–476
WAN 10 464–476
PAN 10 464–476
MAN 10 464–476
Topologies 10 464–476
• Mesh 10 464–476
• Ring 10 464–476
• Bus 10 464–476
• Star 10 464–476
• Hybrid 10 464–476

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2.9 Compare and contrast network devices their functions and features.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Hub 10 476–490
Switch 10 476–490
Router 10 476–490
Access point 10 476–490
Bridge 10 476–490
Modem 10 476–490
NAS 10 476–490
Firewall 10 476–490
VoIP phones 10 476–490
Internet appliance 10 476–490

2.10 Given a scenario, use appropriate networking tools.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Crimper 10 491–506
Multimeter 10 491–506
Toner probe 10 491–506
Cable tester 10 491–506
Loopback plug 10 491–506
Punchdown tool 10 491–506

DOMAIN 3.0 LAPTOPS

3.1 Install and configure laptop hardware and components.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Expansion options 11 523–571
• Express card /34 11 523–571
• Express card /54 11 523–571
• PCMCIA 11 523–571
• SODIMM 11 523–571
• Flash 11 523–571
Hardware/device replacement 11 523–571
• Keyboard 11 523–571
• Hard Drive (2.5 vs. 3.5) 11 523–571
• Memory 11 523–571
• Optical drive 11 523–571
• Wireless card 11 523–571
• Mini-PCIe 11 523–571
• screen 11 523–571
• DC jack 11 523–571
• Battery 11 523–571
• Touchpad 11 523–571
• Plastics 11 523–571
• Speaker 11 523–571
• System board 11 523–571
• CPU 11 523–571

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3.2 Compare and contrast the components within the display of a laptop.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Types 11 564–567
• LCD 11 564–567
• LED 11 564–567
• OLED 11 564–567
• Plasma 11 564–567
Wi-Fi antenna connector/placement 11 564–567
Inverter and its function 11 564–567
Backlight 11 564–567

3.3 Compare and contrast laptop features.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Special function keys 11 514–538
• Dual displays 11 514–538
• Wireless (on/off) 11 514–538
• Volume settings 11 514–538
• Screen brightness 11 514–538
• Bluetooth (on/off) 11 514–538
• Keyboard backlight 11 514–538
Docking station vs. port replicator 11 514–538
Physical laptop lock and cable lock 11 514–538

DOMAIN 4.0 PRINTERS

4.1 Explain the differences between the various printer types


and summarize the associated imaging process.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Laser 12 582–591
• Imaging drum, fuser assembly, transfer belt,
transfer roller, pickup rollers, separate pads,
duplexing assembly 12 582–591
• Imaging process: processing, charging, exposing,
developing, transferring, fusing and cleaning 12 582–591
Inkjet 12 582–591
• Ink cartridge, print head, roller, feeder, duplexing
assembly, carriage and belt 12 582–591
• Calibration 12 582–591
Thermal 12 582–591
• Feed assembly, heating element 12 582–591
• Special thermal paper 12 582–591
Impact 12 582–591
12 582–591
• Print head, ribbon, tractor feed 12 582–591
• Impact paper 12 582–591

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4.2 Given a scenario, install, and configure printers.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Use appropriate printer drivers for a given operating system 12 591–608
Print device sharing 12 591–608
• Wired 12 591–608
„ USB 12 591–608
„ Parallel 12 591–608
„ Serial 12 591–608
„ Ethernet 12 591–608
• Wireless 12 591–608
„ Bluetooth 12 591–608
„ 802.11x 12 591–608
„ Infrared (IR) 12 591–608
• Printer hardware print server 12 591–608
Printer sharing 12 591–608
• Sharing local/networked printer via Operating
System settings 12 591–608

4.3 Given a scenario, perform printer maintenance.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Laser 12 608–619
• Replacing toner, applying maintenance kit,
calibration, cleaning 12 608–619
Thermal 12 608–619
• Replace paper, clean heating element, remove debris 12 608–619
Impact 12 608–619
• Replace ribbon, replace print head, replace paper 12 608–619

DOMAIN 5.0 OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES

5.1 Given a scenario, use appropriate safety procedures.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


ESD straps 1 24–33, 39–40
ESD mats 1 24–33, 39–40
Self-grounding 1 24–33, 39–40
Equipment grounding 1 24–33, 39–40
Personal safety 1 24–33, 39–40
• Disconnect power before repairing PC 2 46–67
• Remove jewelry 2 46–67
• Lifting techniques 1 24–33, 39–40
• Weight limitations 1 24–33, 39–40
• Electrical fire safety 1 24–33, 39–40
• CRT safety – proper disposal 1 24–33, 39–40
• Cable management 1 24–33, 39–40
Compliance with local government regulations 8 388–395

5.2 Explain environmental impacts and the purpose of environmental controls.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


MSDS documentation for handling and disposal 1 24–33, 39–40
Temperature, humidity level awareness and proper ventilation 8 388–395

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Power surges, brownouts, blackouts 8 388–395


• Battery backup 8 388–395
• Surge suppressor 1 24–33, 39–40
Protection from airborne particles 8 388–395
• Enclosures 8 388–395
• Air filters 8 388–395
Dust and debris 8 388–395
• Compressed air 8 388–395
• Vacuums 8 388–395
Component handling and protection 1 24–33, 39–40
• Antistatic bags 1 24–33, 39–40
Compliance to local government regulations 8 388–395

5.3 Given a scenario, demonstrate proper communication


and professionalism.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Use proper language – avoid jargon, acronyms,
slang when applicable 7 302–328
Maintain a positive attitude 7 302–328
Listen and do not interrupt the customer 7 302–328
Be culturally sensitive 7 302–328
Be on time (if late contact the customer) 7 302–328
Avoid distractions 7 302–328
• Personal calls 7 302–328
• Talking to co-workers while interacting with customers 7 302–328
• Personal interruptions 7 302–328
Dealing with difficult customer or situation 7 302–328
• Avoid arguing with customers and/or being defensive 7 302–328
• Do not minimize customer’s problems 7 302–328
• Avoid being judgmental 7 302–328
• Clarify customer statements (ask open ended
questions to narrow the scope of the problem, restate
the issue or question to verify understanding) 7 302–328
Set and meet expectations/timeline and communicate
status with the customer 7 302–328
• Offer different repair/replacement options if applicable 7 302–328
• Provide proper documentation on the services provided 7 302–328
• Follow up with customer/user at a later date to
verify satisfaction 7 302–328
Deal appropriately with customers confidential materials 7 302–328
• Located on a computer, desktop, printer, etc. 7 302–328
7

5.4 Explain the fundamentals of dealing with prohibited


content/activity.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


First response 7 328–329
• Identify 7 328–329
• Report through proper channels 7 328–329
• Data/device preservation 7 328–329
Use of documentation/documentation changes 7 328–329
Chain of custody 7 328–329
• Tracking of evidence/documenting process 7 328–329

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Mapped to Chapters
A+ Guide to Hardware and A+ Guide to Software when used together fully meet all of the CompTIA A+
exams objectives. If the A+ exam objective is covered in the corresponding textbook, it is referenced in the
Page Numbers column.
DOMAIN 1.0 OPERATING SYSTEMS

1.1 Compare and contrast the features and requirements of various Microsoft Operating Systems.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, See A+ Guide to Software
Windows XP Media Center, Windows XP 64-bit
Professional
Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home See A+ Guide to Software
Premium, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista
Ultimate, Windows Vista Enterprise
Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Home Premium, See A+ Guide to Software
Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Ultimate,
Windows 7 Enterprise
Features: See A+ Guide to Software
• 32-bit vs. 64-bit See A+ Guide to Software
• Aero, gadgets, user account control, bit-locker, See A+ Guide to Software
shadow copy, system restore, ready boost, sidebar,
compatibility mode, XP mode, easy transfer,
adminisrative tools, defender, Windows firewall,
security center, event viewer, file structure and
paths, category view vs. classic view
Upgrade paths – differences between in place See A+ Guide to Software
upgrades, compatibility tools, Windows upgrade
OS advisor

1.2 Given a scenario, install and configure the operating system using
the most appropriate method.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Boot methods See A+ Guide to Software
• USB See A+ Guide to Software
• CD-ROM See A+ Guide to Software
• DVD See A+ Guide to Software
• PXE See A+ Guide to Software
Type of installations See A+ Guide to Software
• Creating image See A+ Guide to Software
• Unattended installation See A+ Guide to Software
• Upgrade See A+ Guide to Software
• Clean install See A+ Guide to Software
• Repair installation See A+ Guide to Software
• Multiboot See A+ Guide to Software
• Remote network installation See A+ Guide to Software
• Image deployment See A+ Guide to Software

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Partitioning See A+ Guide to Software


• Dynamic See A+ Guide to Software
• Basic See A+ Guide to Software
• Primary See A+ Guide to Software
• Extended See A+ Guide to Software
• Logical See A+ Guide to Software
File system types/formatting See A+ Guide to Software
• FAT See A+ Guide to Software
• FAT32 See A+ Guide to Software
• NTFS See A+ Guide to Software
• CDFS See A+ Guide to Software
• Quick format vs. full format See A+ Guide to Software
Load alternate third party drivers when necessary See A+ Guide to Software
Workgroup vs. Domain setup See A+ Guide to Software
Time/date/region/language settings See A+ Guide to Software
Driver installation, software, and See A+ Guide to Software
windows updates
Factory recovery partition See A+ Guide to Software

1.3 Given a scenario, use appropriate command line tools.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Networking See A+ Guide to Software
• PING See A+ Guide to Software
• TRACERT See A+ Guide to Software
• NETSTAT See A+ Guide to Software
• IPCONFIG See A+ Guide to Software
• NET See A+ Guide to Software
• NSLOOKUP See A+ Guide to Software
• NBTSTAT See A+ Guide to Software
OS See A+ Guide to Software
• KILL See A+ Guide to Software
• BOOTREC See A+ Guide to Software
• SHUTDOWN See A+ Guide to Software
• TLIST See A+ Guide to Software
• MD See A+ Guide to Software
• RD See A+ Guide to Software
• CD See A+ Guide to Software
• DEL See A+ Guide to Software
• FDISK See A+ Guide to Software
• FORMAT See A+ Guide to Software
• COPY See A+ Guide to Software
• XCOPY See A+ Guide to Software
• ROBOCOPY See A+ Guide to Software
• DISKPART See A+ Guide to Software
• SFC See A+ Guide to Software
• CHKDSK See A+ Guide to Software
• [command name] /? See A+ Guide to Software

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Recovery console See A+ Guide to Software


• Fixboot See A+ Guide to Software
• Fixmbr See A+ Guide to Software

1.4 Given a scenario, use appropriate operating system features and tools.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Administrative
• Computer management See A+ Guide to Software
• Device manager See A+ Guide to Software
• Users and groups See A+ Guide to Software
• Local security policy See A+ Guide to Software
• Performance monitor See A+ Guide to Software
• Services See A+ Guide to Software
• System configuration See A+ Guide to Software
• Task scheduler See A+ Guide to Software
• Component services See A+ Guide to Software
• Data sources See A+ Guide to Software
• Print management 12 619–622
• Windows memory diagnostics See A+ Guide to Software
• Windows firewall See A+ Guide to Software
• Advanced security See A+ Guide to Software
MSCONFIG See A+ Guide to Software
• General See A+ Guide to Software
• Boot See A+ Guide to Software
• Services See A+ Guide to Software
• Startup See A+ Guide to Software
• Tools See A+ Guide to Software
Task Manager See A+ Guide to Software
• Applications See A+ Guide to Software
• Processes See A+ Guide to Software
• Performance See A+ Guide to Software
• Networking See A+ Guide to Software
• Users See A+ Guide to Software
Disk management See A+ Guide to Software
• Drive status See A+ Guide to Software
• Mounting See A+ Guide to Software
• Extending partitions See A+ Guide to Software
• Splitting partitions See A+ Guide to Software
• Assigning drive letters See A+ Guide to Software
• Adding drives See A+ Guide to Software
• Adding arrays See A+ Guide to Software
Other See A+ Guide to Software
• User State Migration tool (USMT), File and
Settings Transfer Wizard, Windows Easy Transfer See A+ Guide to Software
Run line utilities See A+ Guide to Software
• MSCONFIG See A+ Guide to Software
• REGEDIT See A+ Guide to Software

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• CMD See A+ Guide to Software


• SERVICES.MSC See A+ Guide to Software
• MMC See A+ Guide to Software
• MSTSC See A+ Guide to Software
• NOTEPAD See A+ Guide to Software
• EXPLORER See A+ Guide to Software
• MSINFO32 See A+ Guide to Software
• DXDIAG 6 280–282

1.5 Given a scenario, use Control Panel utilities (the items are organized by
“classic view/large icons” in Windows).

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Common to all Microsoft Operating Systems
• Internet options See A+ Guide to Software
„ Connections See A+ Guide to Software
„ Security See A+ Guide to Software
„ General See A+ Guide to Software
„ Privacy See A+ Guide to Software
„ Programs See A+ Guide to Software
„ Advanced See A+ Guide to Software
• Display 6 272–282
„ Resolution 6 272–282
• User accounts See A+ Guide to Software
• Folder options
„ Sharing See A+ Guide to Software
„ View hidden files See A+ Guide to Software
„ Hide extensions See A+ Guide to Software
„ Layout See A+ Guide to Software
• System
„ Performance (virtual memory) See A+ Guide to Software
„ Hardware profiles 11 537–538
„ Remote settings See A+ Guide to Software
„ System protection See A+ Guide to Software
• Security center See A+ Guide to Software
• Windows firewall See A+ Guide to Software
• Power options 11 533–536
„ Hibernate 11 533–536
„ Power plans 11 533–536
„ Sleep/suspend 11 533–536
„ Standby 11 533–536
Unique to Windows XP
• Add/remove programs See A+ Guide to Software
• Network connections 9 423–441
• Printers and faxes 12 622–633
• Automatic updates See A+ Guide to Software
• Network setup wizard See A+ Guide to Software

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Unique to Vista
• Tablet PC settings 11 524–526
• Pen and input devices 11 524–526
• Offline files See A+ Guide to Software
• Problem ports and solutions See A+ Guide to Software
• Printers 12 622–633
Unique to Windows 7
• HomeGroup See A+ Guide to Software
• Action center See A+ Guide to Software
• Remote applications and desktop applications See A+ Guide to Software
• Troubleshooting See A+ Guide to Software

1.6 Setup and configure Windows networking on a client/desktop.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


HomeGroup, file/print sharing See A+ Guide to Software
WorkGroup vs. domain setup See A+ Guide to Software
Network shares/mapping drives See A+ Guide to Software
Establish networking connections
• VPN See A+ Guide to Software
• Dialups 9 402–415, 423–441
• Wireless 9 402–415, 423–441
• Wired 9 402–415, 423–441
• WWAN (Cellular) 9 402–415, 423–441
Proxy settings See A+ Guide to Software
Remote desktop See A+ Guide to Software
Home vs. Work vs. Public network settings See A+ Guide to Software
Firewall settings See A+ Guide to Software
• Exceptions See A+ Guide to Software
• Configuration See A+ Guide to Software
• Enabling/disabling Windows firewall See A+ Guide to Software
Configuring an alternative IP address in Windows 9 402–415, 423–441
• IP addressing 9 402–415, 423–441
• Subnet mask 9 402–415, 423–441
• DNS 9 402–415, 423–441
• Gateway 9 402–415, 423–441
Network card properties
• Half duplex/full duplex/auto 10 476–481
• Speed 10 476–481
• Wake-on-LAN 10 476–481
• PoE 10 476–481
• QoS 10 476–481

1.7 Perform preventive maintenance procedures using appropriate tools.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Best practices See A+ Guide to Software
• Schedules backups See A+ Guide to Software
• Scheduled check disks See A+ Guide to Software

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• Scheduled defragmentation See A+ Guide to Software


• Windows updates See A+ Guide to Software
• Patch management See A+ Guide to Software
• Driver/firmware updates 6 238–243
• Antivirus updates See A+ Guide to Software
Tools See A+ Guide to Software
• Backup See A+ Guide to Software
• System restore See A+ Guide to Software
• Check disk See A+ Guide to Software
• Recovery image See A+ Guide to Software
• Defrag See A+ Guide to Software

1.8 Explain the differences among basic OS security settings.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


User and groups See A+ Guide to Software
• Administrator See A+ Guide to Software
• Power user See A+ Guide to Software
• Guest See A+ Guide to Software
• Standard user See A+ Guide to Software
NTFS vs. Share permissions See A+ Guide to Software
• Allow vs. deny See A+ Guide to Software
• Moving vs. copying folders and files See A+ Guide to Software
• File attributes See A+ Guide to Software
Shared files and folders See A+ Guide to Software
• Administrative shares vs. local shares See A+ Guide to Software
• Permission propagation See A+ Guide to Software
• Inheritance See A+ Guide to Software
System files and folders See A+ Guide to Software
User authentication See A+ Guide to Software
• Single sign-on See A+ Guide to Software

1.9 Explain the basics of client-side virtualization.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Purpose of virtual machines See A+ Guide to Software
Resource requirements See A+ Guide to Software
Emulator requirements See A+ Guide to Software
Security requirements See A+ Guide to Software
Network requirements See A+ Guide to Software
Hypervisor See A+ Guide to Software

DOMAIN 2.0 SECURITY

2.1 Apply and use common prevention methods.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Physical security See A+ Guide to Software
• Lock doors See A+ Guide to Software
• Tailgating See A+ Guide to Software

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• Securing physical documents/passwords/ See A+ Guide to Software


shredding
• Biometrics See A+ Guide to Software
• Badges See A+ Guide to Software
• Key fobs See A+ Guide to Software
• RFID badge See A+ Guide to Software
• RSA token See A+ Guide to Software
• Privacy filters See A+ Guide to Software
• Retinal See A+ Guide to Software
Digital security See A+ Guide to Software
• Antivirus See A+ Guide to Software
• Firewalls See A+ Guide to Software
• Antispyware See A+ Guide to Software
• User authentication/strong passwords See A+ Guide to Software
• Directory permissions See A+ Guide to Software
User education See A+ Guide to Software
Principle of least privilege See A+ Guide to Software

2.2 Compare and contrast common security threats.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Social engineering See A+ Guide to Software
Malware See A+ Guide to Software
Rootkits See A+ Guide to Software
Phishing See A+ Guide to Software
Shoulder surfing See A+ Guide to Software
Spyware See A+ Guide to Software
Viruses See A+ Guide to Software
• Worms See A+ Guide to Software
• Trojans See A+ Guide to Software

2.3 Implement security best practices to secure a workstation.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Setting strong passwords See A+ Guide to Software
Requiring passwords See A+ Guide to Software
Restricting user permissions See A+ Guide to Software
Changing default usernames See A+ Guide to Software
Disabling guest account See A+ Guide to Software
Screensaver required password See A+ Guide to Software
Disable autorun See A+ Guide to Software

2.4 Given a scenario, use the appropriate data destruction/disposal method.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Low level format vs. standard format See A+ Guide to Software
Hard drive sanitation and sanitation methods See A+ Guide to Software
• Overwrite See A+ Guide to Software
• Drive wipe See A+ Guide to Software

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Physical destruction See A+ Guide to Software


• Shredder See A+ Guide to Software
• Drill See A+ Guide to Software
• Electromagnetic See A+ Guide to Software
• Degaussing tool See A+ Guide to Software

2.5 Given a scenario, secure a SOHO wireless network.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Change default usernames and passwords 9 442–456
Changing SSID 9 442–456
Setting encryption 9 442–456
Disabling SSID broadcast 9 442–456
Enable MAC filtering 9 442–456
Antenna and access point placement 9 442–456
Radio power levels 9 442–456
Assign static IP addresses 9 442–456
9 442–456

2.6 Given a scenario, secure a SOHO wired network.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Change default usernames and passwords 9 442–456
Enable MAC filtering 9 442–456
Assign static IP addresses 9 442–456
Disabling ports 9 442–456
Physical security 9 442–456

DOMAIN 3.0 MOBILE DEVICES

3.1 Explain the basic features of mobile operating systems.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Android vs. iOS See A+ Guide to Software
• Open source vs. closed source/vendor specific See A+ Guide to Software
• App source (app store and market) See A+ Guide to Software
• Screen orientation (accelerometer/gyroscope) See A+ Guide to Software
• Screen calibration See A+ Guide to Software
• GPS and geotracking See A+ Guide to Software

3.2 Establish basic network connectivity and configure email.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Wireless/cellular data network (enable/disable) See A+ Guide to Software
Bluetooth See A+ Guide to Software
• Enable Bluetooth See A+ Guide to Software
• Enable pairing See A+ Guide to Software
• Find device for pairing See A+ Guide to Software
• Enter appropriate pin code See A+ Guide to Software
• Test connectivity See A+ Guide to Software
Email configuration See A+ Guide to Software
• Server address See A+ Guide to Software
„ POP3 See A+ Guide to Software

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IMAP
„ See A+ Guide to Software
Port and SSL settings
„ See A+ Guide to Software
• Exchange See A+ Guide to Software
• Gmail See A+ Guide to Software

3.3 Compare and contrast methods for securing mobile devices.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Passcode locks See A+ Guide to Software
Remote wipes See A+ Guide to Software
Locator applications See A+ Guide to Software
Remote backup applications See A+ Guide to Software
Failed login attempts restrictions See A+ Guide to Software
Antivirus See A+ Guide to Software
Patching/OS updates See A+ Guide to Software

3.4 Compare and contrast hardware differences in regards to tablets and laptops.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


No field serviceable parts See A+ Guide to Software
Typically not upgradeable See A+ Guide to Software
Touch interface See A+ Guide to Software
• Touch flow See A+ Guide to Software
• Multitouch See A+ Guide to Software
Solid state drives See A+ Guide to Software

3.5 Execute and configure mobile device synchronization.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Types of data to synchronize See A+ Guide to Software
• Contacts See A+ Guide to Software
• Programs See A+ Guide to Software
• Email See A+ Guide to Software
• Pictures See A+ Guide to Software
• Music See A+ Guide to Software
• Videos See A+ Guide to Software
Software requirements to install the See A+ Guide to Software
application on the PC
Connection types to enable synchronization See A+ Guide to Software

DOMAIN 4.0 TROUBLESHOOTING

4.1 Given a scenario, explain the troubleshooting theory.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Identify the problem See A+ Guide to Software
• Question the user and identify user changes See A+ Guide to Software
to computer and perform backups before
making changes
Establish a theory of probable cause See A+ Guide to Software
(question the obvious)
Test the theory to determine cause See A+ Guide to Software
• Once theory is confirmed determine next See A+ Guide to Software
steps to resolve problem

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• If theory is not confirmed re-establish See A+ Guide to Software


new theory or escalate
Establish a plan of action to resolve the problem See A+ Guide to Software
and implement the solution
Verify full system functionality and if applicable See A+ Guide to Software
implement preventive measures
Document findings, actions and outcomes See A+ Guide to Software

4.2 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common problems related to motherboards, RAM, CPU, and power with
appropriate tools.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Common symptoms 8 346–376
• Unexpected shutdowns 8 346–376
• System lockups 8 346–376
• POST code beeps 8 346–376
• Blank screen on bootup 8 346–376
• BIOS time and settings resets 8 346–376
• Attempts to boot to incorrect device 8 346–376
• Continuous reboots 8 346–376
• No power 8 346–376
• Overheating 8 346–376
• Loud noise 8 346–376
• Intermittent device failure 8 346–376
• Fans spin – no power to other devices 8 346–376
• Indicator lights 8 346–376
• Smoke 8 346–376
• Burning smell 8 346–376
• BSOD 8 346–376
Tools 1 33–38
• Multimeter 1 33–38
• Power supply tester 1 33–38
• Loopback plugs 1 33–38
• POST card 1 33–38

4.3 Given a scenario, troubleshoot hard drives and RAID arrays with appropriate tools.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Common symptoms
• Read/write failure See A+ Guide to Software
• Slow performance See A+ Guide to Software
• Loud clicking noise 8 376–380
• Failure to boot 8 376–380
• Drive not recognized See A+ Guide to Software
• OS not found See A+ Guide to Software
• RAID not found 8 376–380
• RAID stops working 8 376–380
• BSOD See A+ Guide to Software
Tools 8 376–380
• Screwdriver 8 376–380
• External enclosures 8 376–380
• CHDKS 8 376–380

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• CHKDSK 8 376–380
• FORMAT See A+ Guide to Software
• FDISK See A+ Guide to Software
• File recovery software See A+ Guide to Software

4.4 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common video and display issues.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Common symptoms 8 380–387
• VGA mode 8 380–387
• No image on screen 8 380–387
• Overheat shutdown 8 380–387
• Dead pixels 8 380–387
• Artifacts 8 380–387
• Color patterns incorrect 8 380–387
• Dim image 8 380–387
• Flickering image 8 380–387
• Distorted image 8 380–387
• Discoloration (degaussing) 8 380–387
• BSOD 8 380–387

4.5 Given a scenario, troubleshoot wired and wireless networks with appropriate tools.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Common symptoms See A+ Guide to Software
• No connectivity See A+ Guide to Software
• APIPA address See A+ Guide to Software
• Limited connectivity See A+ Guide to Software
• Local connectivity See A+ Guide to Software
• Intermittent connectivity See A+ Guide to Software
• IP conflict See A+ Guide to Software
• Slow transfer speeds See A+ Guide to Software
• Low RF signal See A+ Guide to Software
Tools See A+ Guide to Software
• Cable tester See A+ Guide to Software
• Loopback plug See A+ Guide to Software
• Punch down tools 10 491–506
• Toner probes 10 491–506
• Wire strippers 10 491–506
• Crimper 10 491–506
• PING See A+ Guide to Software
• IPCONFIG See A+ Guide to Software
• TRACERT See A+ Guide to Software
• NETSTAT See A+ Guide to Software
• NBTSTAT See A+ Guide to Software
• NET See A+ Guide to Software
• Wireless locator See A+ Guide to Software

4.6 Given a scenario, troubleshoot operating system problems with appropriate tools.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Common symptoms
• BSOD See A+ Guide to Software
• Failure to boot See A+ Guide to Software

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• Improper shutdown See A+ Guide to Software


• Spontaneous shutdown/restart See A+ Guide to Software
• RAID not detected during installation See A+ Guide to Software
• Device fails to start See A+ Guide to Software
• Missing dll message See A+ Guide to Software
• Services fails to start See A+ Guide to Software
• Compatibility error See A+ Guide to Software
• Slow system performance See A+ Guide to Software
• Boots to safe mode See A+ Guide to Software
• File fails to open See A+ Guide to Software
• Missing NTLDR See A+ Guide to Software
• Missing Boot.ini See A+ Guide to Software
• Missing operating system See A+ Guide to Software
• Missing Graphical Interface See A+ Guide to Software
• Graphical Interface fails to load See A+ Guide to Software
• Invalid boot disk See A+ Guide to Software
Tools See A+ Guide to Software
• Fixboot See A+ Guide to Software
• Recovery console See A+ Guide to Software
• Fixmbr See A+ Guide to Software
• Sfc See A+ Guide to Software
• Repair disks See A+ Guide to Software
• Pre-installation environments See A+ Guide to Software
• MSCONFIG See A+ Guide to Software
• DEFRAG See A+ Guide to Software
• REGSRV32 See A+ Guide to Software
• REGEDIT See A+ Guide to Software
• Event viewer See A+ Guide to Software
• Safe mode See A+ Guide to Software
• Command prompt See A+ Guide to Software
• Emergency repair disk See A+ Guide to Software
• Automated system recovery See A+ Guide to Software

4.7 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common security issues with appropriate tools and best practices.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Common symptoms See A+ Guide to Software
• Pop-ups See A+ Guide to Software
• Browser redirection See A+ Guide to Software
• Security alerts See A+ Guide to Software
• Slow performance See A+ Guide to Software
• Internet connectivity issues See A+ Guide to Software
• PC locks up See A+ Guide to Software
• Windows updates failures See A+ Guide to Software
• Rogue antivirus See A+ Guide to Software
• Spam See A+ Guide to Software
• Renamed system files See A+ Guide to Software
• Files disappearing See A+ Guide to Software
• File permission changes See A+ Guide to Software
• Hijacked email See A+ Guide to Software
• Access denied See A+ Guide to Software

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Tools See A+ Guide to Software


• Anti-virus software See A+ Guide to Software
• Anti-malware software See A+ Guide to Software
• Anti-spyware software See A+ Guide to Software
• Recovery console See A+ Guide to Software
• System restore See A+ Guide to Software
• Pre-installation environments See A+ Guide to Software
• Event viewer See A+ Guide to Software
Best practices for malware removal See A+ Guide to Software
• Identify malware symptoms See A+ Guide to Software
• Quarantine infected system See A+ Guide to Software
• Disable system restore See A+ Guide to Software
• Remediate infected systems See A+ Guide to Software
„ Update anti-virus software See A+ Guide to Software
„ Scan and removal techniques (safe mode, See A+ Guide to Software
pre-installation environment)
• Schedule scans and updates See A+ Guide to Software
• Enable system restore and create restore point See A+ Guide to Software
• Educate end user See A+ Guide to Software

4.8 Given a scenario, troubleshoot and repair common laptop issues while adhering to the appropriate procedures.

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Common symptoms 11 539–576
• No display 11 539–576
• Dim display 11 539–576
• Flickering display 11 539–576
• Sticking keys 11 539–576
• Intermittent wireless 11 539–576
• Battery not charging 11 539–576
• Ghost cursor 11 539–576
• No power 11 539–576
• Num lock indicator lights 11 539–576
• No wireless connectivity 11 539–576
• No Bluetooth connectivity 11 539–576
• Cannot display to external monitor 11 539–576
Disassembling processes for proper re-assembly 11 539–576
• Document and label cable and screw locations 11 539–576
• Organize parts 11 539–576
• Refer to manufacturer documentation 11 539–576
• Use appropriate hand tools 11 539–576

4.9 Given a scenario, troubleshoot printers with appropriate tools

OBJECTIVES CHAPTER PAGE NUMBERS


Common symptoms 12 622–637
• Streaks 12 622–637
• Faded prints 12 622–637
• Ghost images 12 622–637
• Toner not fused to the paper 12 622–637
• Creased paper 12 622–637

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• Paper not feeding 12 622–637


• Paper jam 12 622–637
• No connectivity 12 622–637
• Garbled characters on paper 12 622–637
• Vertical lines on page 12 622–637
• Backed up print queue 12 622–637
• Low memory errors 12 622–637
• Access denied 12 622–637
• Printer will not print 12 622–637
• Color prints in wrong print color 12 622–637
• Unable to install printer 12 622–637
• Error codes 12 622–637
Tools 12 622–637
• Maintenance kit 12 622–637
• Toner vacuum 12 622–637
• Compressed air 12 622–637
• Printer spooler 12 622–637

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xxxv

Introduction A+ Guide to Hardware


A+ Guide to Hardware, Sixth Edition was written to be the very best tool on the market today
to prepare you to support personal computers. Updated to include the most current hardware
technologies, this book takes you from the just-a-user level to the I-can-fix-this level for PC
hardware matters. This book achieves its goals with an unusually effective combination of tools
that powerfully reinforce both concepts and hands-on, real-world experiences. It also provides
thorough preparation for the hardware content on the new 2012 CompTIA A+ Certification
exams. (The software content on the 2012 A+ Certification exams is covered in the companion
book, A+ Guide to Software, Sixth Edition.) Competency in using a computer is a prerequisite
to using this book. No background knowledge of electronics is assumed. An appropriate pre-
requisite course for this book would be a general course in microcomputer applications.
This book includes:
Several in-depth, hands-on projects are spaced throughout each chapter that invite
you to immediately apply and reinforce skills and are designed to make certain that
you not only understand the material, but also execute procedures and make
decisions on your own.
Comprehensive review and practice end-of-chapter material, including a chapter
summary, key terms, review questions that focus on A+ content, critical thinking
questions, and real-world problems to solve.
Step-by-step instructions on installation, maintenance, optimization of system
performance, and troubleshooting.
Online video clips featuring Jean Andrews illustrating key points from the text to aid
your understanding of the material.
A wide array of photos, drawings, and screen shots support the text, displaying in
detail the exact software features you will need to understand how to manage and
maintain your PC.
In addition, the carefully structured, clearly written text is accompanied by graphics
that provide the visual input essential to learning. For instructors using the book in a
classroom, instructor resources are available online and on the Instructor Resources CD.
Coverage is balanced—while focusing on new hardware and software, the text also cov-
ers the real work of PC repair, where some older technology remains in widespread use
and still needs support. For example, the book now covers virtualization, quad-channel
memory, home theater systems, and cellular connections, but also addresses using PCI
expansion slots, DDR2 memory, and impact printers because many individuals and busi-
nesses still use these older technologies. To rein in the physical size and weight of the
book, most of the content on less significant and older technologies has been placed on
the web site that accompanies the book. There you will find content on Linux, Mac OS,
Windows 2000/XP, SCSI, the hexadecimal number system, electricity, multimeters, and
legacy motherboards, hard drives, and processors.
This book provides thorough preparation for the hardware portions of CompTIA’s
A+ 2012 Certification examinations. The software portions of the A+ 2012 exams are
covered in the companion book, A+ Guide to Software. Both books together map com-
pletely to these new exam objectives.
This certification credential’s popularity among employers is growing exponentially,
and obtaining certification increases your ability to gain employment and improve your
salary. To get more information on A+ certification and its sponsoring organiza-
tion, the Computing Technology Industry Association, see their web site at
www.comptia.org.

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FEATURES
To ensure a successful learning experience, this book includes the following pedagogical
features:

Learning Objectives: Every chapter opens with a list of learning objectives that sets the
stage for you to absorb the lessons of the text.
Comprehensive Step-by-Step Troubleshooting Guidance: Troubleshooting guidelines
are included in almost every chapter. In addition, Chapter 8 gives insights into general
approaches to troubleshooting that help apply the specifics detailed in each chapter for
different hardware and software problems. There you’ll also find troubleshooting
procedures for many hardware subsystems integrated into overall troubleshooting
strategies.
Step-by-Step Procedures: The book is chock-full of step-by-step procedures covering
subjects from hardware installation and maintenance to troubleshooting the boot
process.
Art Program: Numerous detailed photographs, three-dimensional art, and screen shots
support the text, displaying hardware and software features exactly as you will see
them in your work.
CompTIA A+ Table of Contents: This table of contents gives the page that provides
the primary content for each certification objective on the A+ 2012 exams. This is a
valuable tool for quick reference.
Hands-on Projects: These sections give you practice using the skills you have just stud-
ied so that you can learn by doing and know you have mastered a skill.
Applying Concepts: These sections offer practical applications for the material being
discussed. Whether outlining a task, developing a scenario, or providing pointers, the
Applying Concepts sections give you a chance to apply what you’ve learned to a typi-
cal PC problem.

A+ A+
A+ Icons: All of the content that relates to CompTIA’s 2012 A+ 220-801 and A+
220-801 220-802 220-802 Certification exams, whether it’s a page or a sentence, is highlighted with
an A+ icon. The icon notes the exam name and the objective number. This unique
feature highlights the relevant content at a glance, so that you can pay extra atten-
tion to the material.
Notes: Note icons highlight additional helpful information related to the subject
Notes
being discussed.

A+ Exam Tip A+ Exam Tip Boxes: These boxes highlight additional insights and tips to remember
if you are planning to take the CompTIA A+ Exams.
Caution Icons: These icons highlight critical safety information. Follow these
Caution
instructions carefully to protect the PC and its data and to ensure your own safety.
Video Clips: Short video passages reinforce concepts and techniques discussed in the
Video
text and offer insight into the life of a PC repair technician.

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Features xxxvii

End-of-Chapter Material: Each chapter closes with the following features, which
reinforce the material covered in the chapter and provide real-world, hands-on
testing:
Chapter Summary: This bulleted list of concise statements summarizes all major
points of the chapter.
Key Terms: The content of each chapter is further reinforced by an end-of-
chapter key term list. The definitions of all terms are included at the end of the
book in a full-length glossary.
Review Questions: You can test your understanding of each chapter with a
comprehensive set of review questions. The “Reviewing the Basics” questions
check your understanding of fundamental concepts focused on A+ content,
while the “Thinking Critically” questions help you synthesize and apply what
you’ve learned and also focus on A+ content.
Real Problems, Real Solutions: Each comprehensive problem allows you to find
out if you can apply what you’ve learned in the chapter to a real-life situation.
CertBlaster Test Prep Resources: A+ Guide to Hardware, Sixth Edition includes
CertBlaster test preparation questions that mirror the look and feel of CompTIA’s
A+220-801 certification exam.
Companion web site: The free companion web site includes video clips that feature
Jean Andrews illustrating key concepts in the text and providing advice on the real
world of PC repair. Also included is less significant and older content that still might
be important in some PC repair situations. The content includes the following: The
Hexademical Number System and Memory Addressing, Supporting Windows XP,
Introducing the Mac OS, Introducing Linux, Electricity and Multimeters, Facts
about Legacy Motherboards, How an OS Uses System Resources, Facts about
Legacy Processors, All about SCSI, Behind the Scenes with DEBUG, FAT Details,
and Selecting and Installing Hard Drives Using Legacy Motherboards. Other help-
ful online tools include Frequently Asked Questions, Sample Reports, Computer
Inventory and Maintenance form, Troubleshooting Flowcharts, and an electronic
Glossary.
CompTIA A+ and PC Repair: For additional content and updates to this book and
information about our complete line of CompTIA A+ and PC Repair topics, please
visit our web site at www.cengage.com/pcrepair.

WHAT’S NEW IN THE SIXTH EDITION


Here’s a summary of what’s new in the Sixth Edition:

Maps to the hardware content on the CompTIA’s 2012 A+ Exams.


More focus on A+, with non-A+ content moved online to the companion web site or
eliminated.
New content added (all new content was also new to the A+ 2012 exams).
• Windows 7 is added. Operating systems covered are now Windows 7, Vista,
and XP.
• Supporting TCP/IP version 6 is added to Chapter 9.

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• New content on making network cables, network wiring (T568A and T568B), and
troubleshooting networks is added to Chapter 10.
• Disassembling an all-in-one computer is added to Chapter 11.
• New content on how printers work and how to support them is added to
Chapter 12.
• How to configure motherboards and processors to support virtualization.
• Third Generation (Ivy Bridge) and Second Generation (Sandy Bridge) processor and
chipset architectures by Intel are covered in Chapter 4.
• Connecting a computer to a cellular network.
• Enhanced content on supporting RAID and NAS.
• Designing customized systems for virtualization workstations, CAD/CAM worksta-
tions, gaming PCs, home theater systems, home servers, video editing workstations,
thick clients, and thin clients are covered in Chapter 7.

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ANATOMY OF A PC REPAIR CHAPTER
This section is a visual explanation of the components that make up a PC Repair chapter. The figures identify
some of our traditional instructional elements as well as the enhancements and new features we have included
for the sixth edition.

CHAPTER
Connecting to and Setting
9 Up a Network

In this chapter,
you will learn: I n this chapter, you’ll learn how Windows uses TCP/IP protocols
and standards to create and manage network connections, includ-
ing how computers are identified and addressed on a network. You’ll
• About the TCP/
IP protocols also learn to connect a computer to a network and how to set up and
and standards secure a small wired or wireless network.
Windows uses for This chapter prepares you to assume total responsibility for
networking
supporting both wired and wireless networks in a small-office-home-
• How to connect office (SOHO) environment. In the next chapter, you learn more
a computer to a
network about the hardware used in networking, including network devices,
connectors, and cabling, networking tools, and the types of networks
• How to -
ure and secure used for Internet connections. So let’s get started by looking at how
a multifunction TCP/IP works in the world of Windows networking.
router on a local
network
A+ Exam Tip Much of the content in this chapter applies to both the
A+ 220-801 exam and the A+ 220-802 exam.

401

A+ Exam Tips include key points pertinent to


the A+ exams. The icons identify the sections that
cover information you will need to know for the
A+ certification exams.

Chapter objectives appear at the beginning


of each chapter, so you know exactly what
topics and skills are covered.

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Cautions identify critical safety
information.

26 CHAPTER 1 First Look at Computer Parts and Tools

A+ HOT, NEUTRAL, AND GROUND


220-801
5.1, 5.2 AC travels on a hot line from the power station to a building and returns to the power sta-
tion on a neutral line. When the two lines reach the building and enter an electrical device,
such as a lamp, the device controls the flow of electricity between the hot and neutral lines.
If an easier path (one with less resistance) is available, the electricity follows that path. This
can cause a short, a sudden increase in flow that can also create a sudden increase in tem-
perature—enough to start a fire and injure both people and equipment. Never put yourself
in a position where you are the path of least resistance between the hot line and ground!

Caution It’s very important that PC components be properly grounded. Never connect a PC to
an outlet or use an extension cord that doesn’t have the third ground plug. The third line can prevent
a short from causing extreme damage. In addition, the bond between the neutral and ground helps
eliminate electrical noise (stray electrical signals) within the PC that is sometimes caused by other
electrical equipment sitting very close to the computer.

To prevent uncontrolled electricity in a short, the neutral line is grounded. Grounding a


line means that the line is connected directly to the earth, so that, in the event of a short, the
electricity flows into the earth and not back to the power station. Grounding serves as an
escape route for out-of-control electricity because the earth is always capable of accepting a
flow of current. With computers, a surge suppressor can be used to protect a computer and
its components against power surges.

Caution Beware of the different uses of black wire. In PCs and in DC circuits, black is used for
ground, but in home wiring and in AC circuits, black is used for hot!

The neutral line to your house is grounded many times along its way (in fact, at each elec-
trical pole) and is also grounded at the breaker box where the electricity enters your house.
You can look at a three-prong plug and see the three lines: hot, neutral, and ground (see
Figure 1-31).
To verify that a wall outlet is wired correctly for hot, neutral, and ground, use a simple
receptacle tester, as shown in Figure 1-32. Even though you might have a three-prong outlet
in your home, the ground plug might not be properly grounded. To know for sure, you can
test the outlet with a receptacle tester.

Notes House AC voltage in the United States is about 110–120 V, but know that in other countries,
this is not always the case. In many other countries, the standard is 220 V. Outlet styles also vary from
one country to the next.

Now that you know about electricity and how to protect a computer from surges and
out-of-control electricity, let’s turn our attention to protecting yourself against the dangers
of electricity.

Notes indicate additional content that might be of student interest


or information about how best to study.

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Video icons indicate content
shown with video online. Videos
illustrate key concepts.

What’s Inside the Case 5

1
A+ Port Description
220-801
1.7, 1.8, A parallel port is a 25-pin female port used by
1.11
older printers. This older port has been replaced
by USB ports.

© Cengage Learning 2014

A modem port, also called an RJ-11 port, is used


to connect dial-up phone lines to computers. A
modem port looks like a network port, but is not
as wide. In the photo, the right port is a modem
port and the left port is a network port, shown
for comparison.
© Cengage Learning 2014

© Cengage Learning 2014


Table 1-1 Ports used with laptop and desktop computers (continued)

A+ Video I know you’re eager to open a case and work inside it, but
220-801
Looking inside a PC first let’s get familiar with the major components in the case
1.8
and how to work with them safely so you don’t fry a moth-
erboard or bend delicate connectors. Figure 1-2 shows the
inside of a computer case.

Power supply

Optical (DVD/CD)
drive

Power cords

Processor is
underneath
this fan

Two hard drives

Motherboard
Front of case
Memory slots
SATA data
cables

© Cengage Learning 2014


Figure 1-2 Inside the computer case

Full-color photos and screen shots


accurately depict computer hardware
and software components.

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Die Brüder Schellenberg
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D as Tor des Krankenhauses fiel hinter Georg Weidenbach ins


Schloß. Er hüstelte, als er die rauhe Straßenluft einatmete, und
stülpte den Mantelkragen in die Höhe. Und schon schlug er, fast
automatisch, jenen Weg ein, den er in tausend Träumen und
Phantasien während seines Krankenlagers gegangen war. Er verlor
sich rasch im Gewimmel jener endlosen Straßenzüge, die quer durch
die Stadt nach dem Alexanderplatz führen. Hier, am Alexanderplatz,
war in einem Warenhaus seine Geliebte als Verkäuferin tätig,
Christine, „der schwarze Teufel mit den Augen eines wilden
Hengstes“, wie der Zeichner Katschinsky sie genannt hatte. Seine
Geliebte, und wenn man wollte, seine Frau. Oder durfte er sie nicht
so nennen? Nach all dem, was sich zwischen ihnen ereignet hatte?
Und das war, bei Gott, nicht alltäglich!
Trotz der Knappheit seiner Barschaft, die zu äußerster Sparsamkeit
mahnte, hätte Georg wohl die Elektrische nehmen können, aber er
empfand es als eine Art Wollust, diese Stunde zwischen der
Entlassung aus dem Krankenhaus und dem Wiedersehen mit
Christine bis auf die letzte Minute und Sekunde auszukosten.
Ja, nun kam er also, treibend in diesem Strom hastender
Menschen und jagender Wagen, und sie sah ihn nicht! Sie ahnte es
nicht, daß er, Schritt für Schritt, immer näher kam. Würde sie zu
Boden sinken? Er lächelte mit geweiteten Augen, ein erregtes, fast
verzücktes Lächeln, aber so elend hatte ihn die Krankheit gemacht,
daß sein Lächeln wie eine Grimasse des Schmerzes aussah. Er
keuchte leise. Schweißperlen standen auf seiner Stirn, die Knie
zitterten ihm.
Das lange Krankenlager hatte ihn der Gegenwart entfremdet.
Menschen, Stimmen, Gesichter, Gebärden erschienen ihm fremd, als
sei er nach Jahrzehnten in diese Stadt zurückgekehrt, als sei er
verändert in sie zurückgekehrt. Das monatelange Rauschen des
fiebernden Blutes hatte seine Sinne verfeinert, so daß er Bewegung
und Lärm um vielfaches verstärkt empfand. Die Straße jagte, die
Straße donnerte, und fast überkam ihn eine Beklemmung.
Menschen und Gefährte schienen von einem wilden Strom
fortgerissen zu werden, sie glitten und schossen vorüber, um in den
Wirbel der Seitenstraßen geschleudert zu werden. Funken stoben
aus den Rädern, blaues Feuer spritzte durch die nasse Luft.
Omnibusse, mit Menschenleibern dicht beladen, Gesicht an Gesicht,
bleich und fahl, schwankten wie Schiffe in den Strudel der Plätze, wo
sie auf und ab stampften wie auf hoher See, und versanken. Der
Boden zitterte und schwankte, die Luft gellte, es knallte wie von
Explosionen. Wahrhaftig, es war wie in einer Schlacht.
Aus einem dicht über den düsteren Häusern hängenden
lehmfarbenen Himmel fiel gleichmäßig ein feiner Sprühregen wie
durch ein dünnes Sieb herab. Der Regen lag in Bläschen auf den
schwarzen steifen Hüten der Herren, auf den Pelzen der Damen. Er
hing auf den Schnurrbärten der Trambahnführer, und wenn man das
Gesicht etwas schräg hielt, so netzte er, angenehm kühlend,
Augenlider und Wangen.
Schritt für Schritt – und sie ahnte es nicht!
Würde sie einen ihrer wilden Schreie ausstoßen? Würde sie die
Arme in die Luft werfen und an seine Brust stürzen, angesichts der
Käufer, angesichts der Kolleginnen, angesichts der strengen Augen
der Aufsichtsdame? Oh, Christine – nein, nein, sie kümmerte sich um
nichts ...
Die großen Scheiben des Warenhauses blendeten, drinnen
schwankten Lichter und Menschen. Georgs Herz schlug: Die Stunde
war da, tausendmal ersehnt und erträumt. In wenigen Minuten
würde er sie sehen – würde er alles erfahren, Aufklärung erhalten
über all das Unbegreifliche. Oder –? Sein geschwächter Körper
bebte.
Um ganz offen zu sein, es gab ja manches, das nicht so einfach
war. Er hatte nur nicht den Mut, es sich einzugestehen. Wie oft war
er mitten in der Nacht aus dem Schlafe aufgefahren, um mit offenen
Augen dazuliegen, bis der Tag graute? Wenn Christine etwa, nehmen
wir es an, auch das war ja möglich – wenn sie nicht mehr hier sein
sollte? Seit Wochen – warum betrügst du dich? –, seit Monaten hatte
er, seit genau drei Monaten, keine Antwort mehr auf seine Briefe
erhalten ...
Die trockene Wärme beruhigte, die Lichter, die Teppiche, die den
Schritt dämpften. Eine Art von Wohlbehagen, ein Gefühl des
Geborgenseins kroch über seinen durchfrorenen Körper, Röte
überzog seine eiskalten, nassen Wangen.
Wie herrlich die Seide schimmerte! Eine Kaskade bunter
Seidenstoffe stürzte aus einem hohen Brunnenbecken herunter in
den Saal, funkelnd im Licht. Das Silber in den Vitrinen blitzte. Ein
Verkäufer schleuderte einen Ballen Tuch auf den Ladentisch, daß er
sich wie eine Schlange entrollte, die Schere blitzte in der Luft. Es
roch nach feinem Leder, Juchten, nach den Parfüms der Frauen, die
vorüberglitten. Die Türen der Aufzüge klirrten, Menschenbündel
flogen in die Höhe, stürzten blitzschnell ins Bodenlose.
Hier war Reichtum, Luxus, Überfluß. Es sah ganz so aus, als gäbe
es auf dieser Erde weder Hunger noch Kälte noch Entbehrungen.
Das Riesengebäude mit seinen hundert Sälen war von oben bis
unten angefüllt mit Waren. Die Waren waren bis zur Decke
aufgeschichtet, sie überschwemmten die Säle, sprengten die Wände,
überströmten die Wandelhallen und Treppenhäuser. Aber, war es
nicht auffallend, im Vergleich zu diesen ungeheuren Warenmassen
war die Zahl der Käufer nur gering. Man drängte sich nicht wie
früher, stieß einander nicht an, kein Gedränge an den Kassen. Die
Verkäuferinnen saßen hinter den Tischen, polierten sich die Nägel,
färbten sich die Lippen, tuschelten. Glatzköpfige Herren gingen in
den Gängen hin und her und blieben ab und zu stehen, um eine
abgeschabte Stelle des Läufers zu untersuchen. Eine auffallende,
fast bedrückende Stille herrschte in dem Warenpalast.
Nun brauchte man nur noch das Lager der Damenkonfektion zu
durchqueren, an einigen gespreizten Wachspuppen vorbei, und man
war in Christines Reich: Wäsche, Linnen, Spitzen für Damen.
Georg verbarg sich hinter einer dieser gezierten Puppen, die heiter
glänzte und ihn mit ihren Augen verführerisch anstrahlte. Von hier
aus vermochte er die Abteilung „Damenwäsche – Spitzen“ unauffällig
zu überblicken. Auch hier, wo früher tausend eifrige Hände erregt in
den Waren wühlten, waren nur vereinzelte Käuferinnen zu sehen.
Eine dicke Dame in einem rötlichen Pelz, wie ein dicker Hamster,
einige halbwüchsige Mädchen mit hohen fleischroten Strümpfen.
Wie oft stand dieser Saal, glitzernd von Lichtern, wie eine Vision
vor seinen Augen, während er in schlaflosen Nächten in die Ampel
des Krankensaals starrte!
Plötzlich aber – plötzlich verspürte Georg einen Riß in der Brust,
als sei ein Blutgefäß zersprungen: dort stand Christine!
Er hielt sich an der glänzenden Wachspuppe fest, an dem dünnen
Kimono, das sie über den nackten, lackierten Beinen trug: an der
Kasse lehnte, in einem blau-weiß gestreiften Kleide, ein Mädchen,
das, einen Zettel in der Hand, mit der Kassiererin sprach. Beine und
Arme etwas dünn, der Nacken mager, aber die Hüfte breit. Über dem
Nacken ein Gewirr von Locken, schwarz, blauschwarz, lebendig bei
jeder kleinen Bewegung, fliegend, und immer in Erregung. Die
Damen schienen sich zu zanken. Die Kassiererin setzte den Kneifer
auf und beugte sich ärgerlich über den Zettel.
Georgs Herz schlug. Wie lange schon mochte sich die Kassiererin
über den Zettel beugen? Die Wachspuppe, die er mit den Fingern
berührte, begann zu schwanken und drohte über ihn zu stürzen.
Plötzlich aber wandte sich das Mädchen mit den schwarzen Locken
ab und kam geradewegs auf ihn zu ...
Es war nicht Christine. Ein flaches, ödes Gesicht, wie Insulaner sie
aus Kokosnüssen schneiden, die Augen flach wie Kürbiskerne, leer,
ausdruckslos. Er blieb betäubt stehen. Das hölzerne Gesicht kam
immer näher, wurde größer und ging vorüber.
Aber – so sagte er sich –, und er fühlte, daß er sich mit einer
Hoffnung betrog, um sich zu beruhigen, sie kann ja in einer andern
Abteilung tätig sein, nicht wahr? Langsam, leise zitternd in den
Knien, wanderte er durch alle Stockwerke des Warenhauses. Höhlen
aus blitzenden Messern, Grotten aus funkelndem Kristall.
Phonographen schrien, elektrische Sonnen glühten ihn an. Er spähte,
forschte. Nirgends.
Als er wieder die Straße betrat, war es Nacht geworden. Es
regnete noch immer. Die Häuser schienen geborsten, und das Licht
brach aus allen Fugen und zerrann in den Asphaltseen.
Georg verkroch sich in die Ecke einer kleinen Kneipe, um sich mit
einem Imbiß zu stärken. Plötzlich aber sprang er auf, bezahlte und
eilte zu dem Warenhaus zurück. Es war geschlossen.
„Wie töricht!“ rief er aus und schlug sich heftig die Stirn. „Du
hättest doch ihre Kolleginnen fragen können. Sie hätten dir gewiß
Auskunft gegeben. Einen ganzen Tag hast du verloren, du Narr! Jetzt
ist es zu spät.“
2

I n einer Nebenstraße fand Georg nach langem Suchen ein kleines


Hotel, das ihm billig genug schien. Er kroch unter die Decke und
schlief, völlig erschöpft, augenblicklich ein, obschon es noch früh
am Abend war und die Treppen und Türen des Hotels (für Wochen
und Tage!) unaufhörlich knarrten. Nach tiefem Schlaf erwachte er
früh am Morgen, dampfend am ganzen Körper, aber erfrischt und in
zuversichtlicher Laune. Selbst die mürrischen Mienen der
Zimmermädchen und Kellner, die in den Einzelgästen ein schlechtes
Geschäft sahen, konnten ihm die Laune nicht verderben.
Er suchte eine Kaffeeschenke auf, und während er sein
bescheidenes Frühstück einnahm, entwarf er einen genauen Plan für
den heutigen Tag. Es galt vor allem zu handeln, nicht eine Stunde
durfte er verlieren: seine Barschaft ging zu Ende! Erstens, sagte er
sich, erstens also wollte er nochmals das Warenhaus besuchen, um
nach Christine zu fragen. Es gab ja keinen Grund, sich zu erregen,
verstehe mich recht, er würde Christine finden, heute, morgen.
Berlin war eine Stadt der Ordnung, niemand konnte sich hier
verbergen.
Zweitens wollte er bei Winter & Co. vorsprechen, jener Baufirma,
bei der er zuletzt als Zeichner beschäftigt war, und anfragen, ob es
Arbeit für ihn gäbe. Sollte ihm bei Winter kein Erfolg beschieden
sein, nun, so gab es andere Firmen, Hausmann & Brune oder
Hegelström oder Feinhardt. Er war nicht verlegen, oh, keineswegs.
Wenn die Zeit reichte, so wollte er – drittens – die wenigen
Bekannten und Freunde besuchen, die er in Berlin besaß. Das waren
vor allem der Bildhauer Stobwasser und der Zeichner Katschinsky.
Vielleicht würden sie ihm raten können, was er beginnen solle. Mein
Himmel, sechs Monate waren eine Ewigkeit! Er mußte ganz von vorn
anfangen.
Es regnete noch immer, feine Regenschnüre rieselten auf dieses
endlose Berlin herab. Die Wasserperlen lagen auf den Haaren der
Hunde und auf den Lackschuhen der Damen, die in ihre Mäntel
gewickelt vorübereilten. Die Straßenkehrer fegten den gelben
Schlamm mit Gummistreifen in die Gosse, und Automobile mit
großen Walzen wuschen den Asphalt der Straßendämme.
Das Warenhaus war noch völlig verödet. Die Geländer wurden
poliert, es wurde Staub gewischt, der Fußboden gewichst. Die
glatzköpfigen Herren gingen auf den Teppichen hin und her und
gähnten. In der Damenabteilung wurden die Vitrinen abgestaubt, die
Wäsche zurechtgelegt.
„Christine März?“ Die Verkäuferinnen kannten sie nicht.
„März?“ sagten sie. „Nein. Es gab große Veränderungen im
Personal. Viele Damen wurden entlassen.“ Die Kassiererin mit dem
Kneifer kam hinzu. Sie kannte Christines Namen. „Ich erinnere
mich,“ sagte sie. „Aber ich glaube nicht, daß Fräulein März noch bei
uns ist. Es scheint mir – wenn ich mich recht erinnere, hat sie vor
einigen Monaten gekündigt. Sie hatte etwas Besseres gefunden.“
„Besseres?“
„Vielleicht täusche ich mich. Fragen Sie in der Personalabteilung
nach.“
Zu allem Unglück war der Chef der Personalabteilung bei einem
Termin auf dem Gericht, und die Schreibdamen wagten es nicht,
Auskunft zu geben. Der Chef aber würde bestimmt am Nachmittag
hier sein.
Gut, also am Nachmittag.
Bei Winter & Co., wo Weidenbach zuletzt gearbeitet hatte, wurde
er mit Anteilnahme empfangen. Man erinnerte sich seiner. An der
Tür und den Schalterfenstern erschienen einige neugierige Gesichter.
Jemand nickte ihm zu. Der stattliche und nach Pomade duftende
Prokurist kam heraus und erklärte ihm höflich, daß eine Vakanz zur
Zeit – leider! – nicht offen sei. „Später vielleicht. Versuchen Sie es in
einigen Wochen, Herr Weidenbach. Und mit Ihrer Gesundheit geht
es wieder besser?“ Ein Lächeln, eine Verbeugung.
Georg empfahl sich.
Er erwog, ob es sich überhaupt lohnte, zu Hausmann & Brune zu
gehen. Es war eine kleine Firma, die nicht immer mit Aufträgen
versehen war. Sie baute Laden aus, Dachwohnungen. Das war ihre
Spezialität. Indessen, er beschloß einen Versuch zu machen. Aber –
Hausmann & Brune waren nicht mehr zu finden! In den früheren
Geschäftsräumen standen, so schien es von außen, Öfen und Herde.
Ein Herr, in einen Pelz gehüllt, ging hinter den angelaufenen, nassen
Scheiben auf und ab, eine riesenhafte Erscheinung.
Georg klopfte. „Ist hier Hausmann & Brune?“
Ein rothaariger junger Mann, schmächtig und klein, erschien, in
einen Pelz eingewickelt, im Türrahmen und putzte sich den Kneifer.
„Nein, hier ist Mohrenwitz Söhne, Öfen und Heizungsanlagen.“
„Und Sie wissen nicht, wohin Hausmann & Brune verzogen sind?“
Der Rothaarige zog sich kopfschüttelnd zurück.
Bei der Firma Hegelström hatte Georg vor zwei Jahren, als er nach
Berlin gekommen war, als Volontär begonnen. Diese Firma machte
alles: Häuser, Kirchen, Theater, Läden, Innenausstattungen, was
man wollte. Hegelström war einer der begabtesten und
meistbeschäftigsten Architekten Berlins. Er hatte jahraus, jahrein
gegen zwanzig Zeichner sitzen.
Georg aber fand die Bureaus verödet. In dem kleinen dunklen
Vorzimmer saß ein älterer Herr, der Prokurist. Georg erkannte ihn
wieder.
„Mein Name ist Weidenbach,“ sagte er, indem er seiner Stimme
einen mutigen Klang gab und ungeniert näher trat, „ich habe bei
Ihnen vor zwei Jahren sechs Monate lang als Volontär gearbeitet und
frage an, ob Sie Beschäftigung für mich haben.“
Der Prokurist drehte ihm erstaunt den grauen Kopf zu und lächelte
hämisch. Er war schlecht rasiert und sah verwahrlost und
ungemütlich aus, wie ein verärgerter zottiger Hofhund, der auf Streit
wartet. „Beschäftigung?“ keuchte er, „Sie wollen Beschäftigung? Sie
glauben wohl, daß wir nur auf Sie gewartet haben, Herr
Weidenbach? Oder sind Sie hierher gekommen, um sich einen
Scherz zu erlauben?“ Er stand auf, schob die Hände in die weiten
Hosentaschen und weidete sich an Georgs Verlegenheit. „Sie sollten
also nicht wissen, daß Hegelström bankerott gemacht hat?“
„Hegelström – bankerott?“
„Ja, junger Mann, und ich sitze hier und verwalte die Masse, das
ist meine Beschäftigung. Wir haben umgeworfen. Die Zehlendorfer
Terrainkäufe haben Hegelström ruiniert. Ich war immer dagegen
gewesen, aber Hegelström hörte ja nicht auf mich. Seine Gläubiger
haben ihm ohne Gnade die Kehle zugezogen. Und Sie wissen das
nicht? Wo in aller Welt steckten Sie, daß Sie das nicht wissen?“
Georg entschuldigte sich, er sei lange Zeit krank gewesen.
Der Prokurist ächzte: „Ich sitze hier noch bis zum Ersten. Dann
liege auch ich auf der Straße. Sie wissen also nicht, was mit
Hegelström geschehen ist? Ganz Berlin sprach wochenlang von
nichts anderem.“
„Nein, wie sollte ich es wissen?“
„Er hat sich vergiftet, junger Mann. Uns allen wird schließlich
nichts anderes übrig bleiben, als Arsenik zu fressen. Die Zeiten sind
miserabel. Hegelströms Sozius ist Antiquitätenhändler geworden, wie
viele Architekten. Er hat einen kleinen Laden in der Kantstraße.
Besuchen Sie ihn. – Ja, nun erinnere ich mich wieder an Sie, Herr
Weidenbach. Sie haben seiner Zeit die kleinen Villen entworfen, die
Hegelström so gut gefielen, nicht wahr?“
„Es waren kleine Landhäuser für Zehlendorf.“
„Ja, richtig. Und Sie waren krank, sagen Sie? Warten Sie einmal –
es ist mir so, als habe man mir etwas von Ihnen erzählt? Oder habe
ich über Sie etwas in den Zeitungen gelesen?“
Georg wurde blutrot.
Der Prokurist aber gab es gottlob sofort auf, in seinem
Gedächtnisse nachzuforschen. „Es sind schwere Zeiten für das
Baugewerbe, Herr Weidenbach,“ fuhr er fort. „Es gibt keine
Aufträge, und die meisten Neubauten wurden eingestellt. Raten?
Nein, ich kann Ihnen keinen Rat geben, ich wüßte nichts.“
Georg war schon in der Türe, als ihm der Prokurist hämisch
lachend nachrief: „Vielleicht gehen Sie zu Schellenberg! Versuchen
Sie es doch einmal bei ihm!“
„Schellenberg? Wer ist Schellenberg?“
„Schellenberg, das ist ein Unternehmer, der den Arbeitslosen
zwanzig Pfennig die Stunde bezahlt, und dazu verspricht er ihnen
eine Villa auf dem Monde. Ich sehe schon, Sie haben nicht übel Lust,
zu ihm zu gehen – hahaha. Aber nun leben Sie wohl, Herr
Weidenbach.“
Bestürzt verließ Georg das Haus.
Er hatte heute nicht mehr den Mut, bei anderen Firmen sein Glück
zu versuchen. Kurz entschlossen sprang er auf eine Elektrische, um
nach Charlottenburg zu fahren, wo sein Freund Stobwasser wohnte.
3

K arl Stobwasser sah nicht aus wie ein Bildhauer, eher wie ein
Schneider. Es war ein kleiner schmächtiger Bursche mit einem
schmalen Kopf, etwas schiefem Mund und auffallend spitzer,
langer Nase. Auf der Baugewerbeschule in der Provinz – wo
Weidenbach sein Mitschüler war – hatten seine vorzüglichen
Steinmetzarbeiten und Holzschnitzereien die Bewunderung der
Mitschüler und selbst der Lehrer erweckt. Vor zwei Jahren war
Stobwasser nach Berlin gegangen, fest entschlossen, seinen Weg als
Bildhauer zu machen. Er hatte auch bald Erfolge, wenn auch nur
geringe. Ein angesehener Kunstkritiker hatte lobend auf seine
Holzplastiken hingewiesen.
Stobwasser hatte seine Werkstatt im Hofe einer Charlottenburger
Mietskaserne in einer Art Remise oder Stall aufgeschlagen. Dieses
kleine Loch nannte er sein Atelier. Neben der Werkstatt befand sich
ein wirklicher Stall, aus dem ununterbrochen eine Ziege in den
kleinen finsteren Hof hinausjammerte, sooft sich nur ein Schritt
vernehmen ließ.
Stobwasser war zu Hause, Gott sei Dank! Eine heisere, krächzende
Stimme antwortete auf Georgs Klopfen. Als er in den kleinen,
eisigkalten, halbdunklen Raum eintrat, fuhr ein verwilderter Kopf aus
den Decken einer kleinen Eisenbettstelle empor. Eine lange, spitze
Nase war das einzige, was Georg klar erkennen konnte.
„Wer ist es?“ fragte die heisere Stimme des Bildhauers, und Nebel
dampfte aus seinem Munde.
„Ich bin es, Georg.“
Der Bildhauer fuhr noch höher aus den Decken empor und richtete
seine spitze Nase auf Georg. Er bewegte den wilden Haarschopf hin
und her und vermochte kein Wort hervorzubringen.
„Wie? Wer?“ rief er dann erschrocken aus.
„Georg!“
„Aber ist es möglich?“ Stobwasser warf erregt die Arme in die Luft.
„Du? Weidenbach? Ist es denkbar? Aber – verstehe mich – du siehst,
daß ich es nicht fassen kann! Man hat mir doch gesagt, daß du –
gestorben seist!“
„Nein, ich lebe noch,“ entgegnete Georg mit einem leisen, bitteren
Lachen.
Der Bildhauer schüttelte fassungslos den Kopf. „Wie ist es
denkbar?“ rief er aus. „Wer erzählte es denn nur? Katschinsky? Die
Jenny Florian? Ich verstehe es nicht, wie konnte man es denn
erzählen, wenn es nicht wahr war? Oh, mein armer Kopf, ich kann
gar nicht denken! Nun, einerlei, wie das Gerücht aufkam – du lebst!“
schrie Stobwasser mit heiserer Stimme. „Du lebst also noch! Ach
Gott sei Dank! Dreimal war ich im Krankenhaus, um dich zu
besuchen, aber man hat mich nicht vorgelassen! Und dann also –
dann erzählte man es im Café! Lieber Himmel, was für Dinge
geschehen können!“ Er streckte Georg beide Hände entgegen. „Nun,
Gott sei gelobt! Umarme mich, Bruderherz! – Oder bist du aus dem
Jenseits gekommen, um mir einen Besuch abzustatten? Wie?“ Der
Bildhauer lachte und hustete. Glühendheiß brannten seine Hände. Er
schwieg eine Weile, während er Georg mit großen, glänzenden
Augen betrachtete. „Laß dich ansehen, alter Freund,“ sprudelte er
dann außer sich vor Freude hervor. „Wie wunderbar ist es doch! Und
ich trauerte schon um dich. Und manchmal, es ist wahr, da habe ich
dich beneidet. Nein, wie wunderbar ist es doch! Und da kommt er
also plötzlich herein –!“
Georg sah sich in der kahlen Werkstatt um. „Wo sind deine Tiere?“
fragte er, um von dem Thema abzulenken, das ihn peinigte. Früher
war Stobwasser stets von einer Menge von Tieren umgeben
gewesen: Papageien, Katzen, Kakadus, Mäusen.
„Meine Tiere?“ Der Bildhauer ließ den Kopf sinken. „Meine lieben
Tiere? Ach, es war zu kalt für sie hier, ich habe keine Kohlen. Eine
Dame, eine barmherzige Seele, hat sie in Kost und Logis genommen.
Seit Wochen bin ich nicht wohl. Selbst ein Hund würde in diesem
Loch krank werden. Setze dich doch, Georg. Ich war eben
aufgestanden, um etwas Tee zu kochen. Auf dem Wandbrett dort
steht eine Tasse, nimm diese Tasse für dich und gib mir das Glas.“
Der Bildhauer nahm das heiße Glas in die Hände und wurde von
Frost geschüttelt. „Schade, schade. Auch nichts kann ich dir
anbieten, nicht einmal einen Kognak. Es ist zu ärgerlich!“
„Und wie ging es dir, seit wir uns nicht sahen, Stobwasser?“
Stobwasser führte das Glas mit zitternden Händen zum Munde
und versuchte, den heißen Tee zu schlürfen. „Ich kann es immer
noch nicht fassen, liebster Kamerad – aber sprechen wir nicht mehr
davon. Ja, du fragst, wie es ging? Gut und schlecht. Es war nicht so
einfach durchzukommen,“ sagte er heiser, „aber ich verlor den Mut
trotz allem nicht. Du weißt ja, ich hatte damals drei Figuren zu
modellieren für die Villa eines Seifenfabrikanten. Nun, die Figuren
mißfielen leider der Madame und wurden wieder
heruntergeschlagen, und ich bekam keinen Pfennig. Ich konnte ja
klagen, siehst du, so sind sie, die reichen Leute. Aber ich konnte ja
nicht einmal den Anwalt bezahlen. Dann verkaufte ich eine kleine
Holzschnitzerei, aber der Käufer zahlte nur eine geringe Summe an,
und seitdem habe ich nichts mehr von ihm gehört. Die Reichen
können sich nicht in die Lage des Armen versetzen. Sie können sich
nicht vorstellen, daß man dasitzt und auf jeden Schritt horcht. Dann
hatte ich Aussichten, die sich nie verwirklichten. Und nun bin ich
krank und liege hier. Aber nun erzähle du,“ schloß der Bildhauer,
indem er das Glas abstellte und sich in die Decken hüllte. „Das
Sprechen strengt mich an.“
„Ich? Es gibt nichts zu erzählen von mir,“ wich Georg aus.
Stobwasser blickte ihn mit großen, fiebernden Augen an. „Nichts
zu erzählen, sagst du? Man sollte doch meinen! Höre, Weidenbach,
wir haben ja stundenlang über dich diskutiert und sind uns doch
nicht klar geworden.“
„Worüber wolltet ihr euch denn klar werden?“ unterbrach ihn
Georg verlegen, mit leiser, hilfloser Stimme.
„Es war uns allen unerklärlich,“ flüsterte der Bildhauer und
streckte den Kopf so nahe wie möglich an Georg heran. „Es ist mir
noch wie heute! Zwei Tage vorher waren wir alle zusammen in
Potsdam, Katschinsky und Jenny Florian, du und die kleine Christine,
und wir waren ja in solch ausgelassener Laune. Oh, du meine Güte!!
Und zwei Tage später, da kommt Katschinsky zu mir hereingestürzt,
hier herein in mein Atelier und sagt: ‚Weißt du schon – Weidenbach
–?‘ Und ich sagte: ‚Unmöglich, wie soll das nur möglich sein!‘“ Der
Bildhauer brach ab, neigte sich vor und fragte noch leiser, während
seine Augen doppelt so groß wurden: „Sage mir doch, Weidenbach,
weshalb hast du es getan?“
Weidenbach erhob sich hastig und stammelte irgend etwas.
Augenblicklich versuchte Stobwasser ihn zu beruhigen.
Beschwörend streckte er die Hand aus. „Setze dich wieder,
Weidenbach, ich bitte dich! Ich will nicht mehr davon sprechen. Es
gibt Dinge, die man selbst seinen Freunden nicht sagen kann. Aber,
wie gesagt, es war uns unerklärlich, denn wir waren doch alle in
solch vorzüglicher Laune, damals. Nun, ich verstehe, man tut
manches, und später –“ Der Bildhauer hustete.
„Wie geht es Katschinsky?“ unterbrach ihn Georg.
„Katschinsky?“ Stobwasser lachte leise. Irgend etwas Lustiges war
ihm eingefallen beim Klang dieses Namens. Er streckte die spitze
Nase zur Decke. „Ich weiß es nicht. Du kennst ja Katschinsky, man
sieht ihn oft wochenlang nicht. Er brachte mir den Kunden, der mir
die kleine Holzplastik abkaufte und bis heute nicht bezahlte. Seitdem
habe ich ihn nicht mehr gesehen. Es soll ihm nicht schlecht gehen.
Er ist elegant und vornehm geworden, verkehrt in Tanzdielen und
Spielklubs. Soviel ich weiß, ist er beim Film angekommen. Höre,
Weidenbach, eben denke ich daran, was wirst du beginnen? Hast du
schon eine Beschäftigung?“
„Ich suche etwas. Ich fragte heute da und dort an.“
„Schön. Höre. Gehe sofort zu Katschinsky. Er hat ja Verbindungen
in allen Kreisen, und ohne Verbindungen ist heute schwer etwas zu
machen. Vielleicht kannst du auch beim Film ankommen?“ Ein
Hustenanfall unterbrach Stobwasser, dann fuhr er lebhaft fort: „Und
Christine, Georg, wie geht es Christine?“
Pause. Stille.
„Ich habe Christine im Warenhaus gesucht, aber sie scheint nicht
mehr dort beschäftigt zu sein.“
Der Bildhauer richtete sich erstaunt auf. „Scheint? Scheint? Aber
stehst du denn nicht in Verbindung mit Christine?“ schrie er vor
Erregung.
Leise antwortete Georg: „Christine schrieb zuletzt nicht mehr.
Meine Briefe, meine letzten Briefe“, schaltete er ein, da er sich vor
dem Freunde schämte, „kamen als unbestellbar zurück.“
Stobwasser erwiderte nichts. Er lag lange still, und sein Atem pfiff.
„Die Frauen sind merkwürdig,“ sagte er dann, mit einem neuen
Hustenanfall kämpfend. „Sonderbar. Ich hätte es nicht für möglich
gehalten,“ fuhr er fort, während er Georg mit seinen großen,
fiebernden Augen aufmerksam betrachtete. „Und du hast dir doch
ihretwegen – es ist doch ganz gewiß, sonst wäre es ja überhaupt
unverständlich –, du hast dir doch Christines wegen eine Kugel in die
Brust geschossen, Weidenbach?“
Wiederum erhob sich Weidenbach. Er trat einen Schritt zurück,
schwieg, blickte zu Boden. Dann erwiderte er ganz leise, so daß
Stobwasser ihn kaum verstehen konnte: „Sprich nicht mehr davon,
Stobwasser, ich bitte dich herzlich. Was geschehen ist, ist
geschehen. Es gab eine Szene zwischen Christine und mir, es gab
immer Szenen und immer heftigere, und schließlich wußte ich nicht
mehr, was ich tat.“
Stobwasser drückte Georgs Hand. Nach langem Schweigen sagte
er: „Welch ein Satan, diese Christine! Und dabei ist sie noch kleiner
als ich! Ach, und sie hörte auf, dir zu schreiben. Ja, die Frauen! Der
Teufel soll sie holen, alle zusammen. Weißt du, Weidenbach, ich
glaube, diese periodischen Störungen machen die Frauen völlig
verrückt. Sie wissen nicht, was sie tun. Nun wohl, Christine hin,
Christine her. Vergiß sie, Weidenbach – es gibt hundert Christinen!“
Georg schüttelte den Kopf. „Du täuschst dich, es gibt nur eine,“
entgegnete er.
Stobwasser saß keuchend in den Decken und sah Georg lange an.
„Also – trotz alledem?“ rief er überrascht aus. „Nun, sie war ja ein
wundervolles Mädchen, diese Christine, zugegeben. Sie war ein
herrliches Geschöpf, gütig und wild in einem und voll toller Einfälle.
Aber gehe jetzt, Weidenbach,“ keuchte er, „das Sprechen tut mir
weh. Die Brust schmerzt mich. Ich bin so glücklich, daß ich dich
wiedersah, alter Freund. Und komme bald wieder, ich liege hier
tagelang. Du kannst auch bei mir wohnen, wenn du willst. Wir
können recht gut zu zweien hier hausen. Und der Kaufmann kann ja
jeden Tag bezahlen, ich habe ihm geschrieben. Lebe wohl,
Weidenbach, und vergiß nicht zu Katschinsky zu gehen, er weiß stets
Rat.“
Schon im Hofe hörte Georg Stobwasser noch husten. Aus dem
Ziegenstall schob sich zwischen Lumpen der Kopf der hungrigen
Ziege, die Georg kläglich nachmeckerte.
4

Heißes Wasser nennen Sie das?“ rief Katschinsky unwillig der Wirtin
zu. Noch immer tyrannisierte er die alte gutmütige Frau. Sie ließ
sich alles von ihm gefallen. Er mochte bezahlen oder nicht, sie
scharrte ihre letzten Groschen für ihn zusammen, denn sie hatte sich
in den hübschen Jungen vergafft.
Katschinsky war eben dabei, sich zum Ausgehen fertig zu machen.
Während er sich mit dem Apparat den weichen, kaum sichtbaren
blonden Flaum von Wangen und Kinn schabte, unterhielt er sich mit
Georg. Es war warm und hell in seinem Zimmer.
„Stobwasser? Natürlich werde ich Karl besuchen,“ sagte er mit
seiner immer etwas spöttisch und hochmütig klingenden Stimme.
„Aber ich will Ihnen etwas sagen, Weidenbach. Dieser Stobwasser ist
ein kurioser Bursche. Ich bringe ihm einen Käufer, er kauft ihm eine
Plastik ab, macht eine Anzahlung, und nun schreibt ihm dieser
unglückselige Stobwasser fortgesetzt Mahnbriefe.“
„Es geht ihm nicht gut, zur Zeit, Katschinsky,“ warf Georg ein.
„Nun, wem geht es gut, frage ich? Man tut so etwas nicht, es
verstimmt den Käufer. Es hätte nicht viel gefehlt, so hätte er Karl die
Plastik zurückgeschickt.“
„Stobwasser ist krank. Er hat nicht einmal Geld, um zu heizen.“
„Trotzdem, trotz alledem, Sie müssen zugeben, Weidenbach –“
Katschinsky hatte offenbar ganz vergessen, daß sie sich früher
geduzt hatten. Er hatte augenblicklich einen um eine Nuance
förmlicheren Ton gewählt, als sein Blick Georgs abgetragene
Kleidung streifte. So schien es Georg wenigstens.
Für Kurt Katschinsky, den Maler und Zeichner, hatte er immer
Bewunderung empfunden und sich ihm ganz von selbst
untergeordnet. Einige Karikaturen Katschinskys waren in Witzblättern
erschienen. Katschinsky hatte in der Juryfreien mit Erfolg ausgestellt,
und es bestand für Georg kein Zweifel, daß Katschinsky den Weg
zum Ruhm betreten hatte.
Katschinsky war ein ungewöhnlich hübscher junger Mann. Er war
blond und trug das Haar peinlich genau gescheitelt. Er wirkte größer,
als er tatsächlich war, und auch schlanker. Er hatte große graue
Augen und das etwas zarte und blasierte Gesicht eines verwöhnten
Muttersöhnchens. Er war der Sohn einer Beamtenwitwe in Hamburg,
die ihren letzten Pfennig für ihn opferte. So kam es, daß Katschinsky
stets etwas Geld hatte und es sich leisten konnte, Jenny Florians
Freund zu sein, einer jungen Schauspielerin, die zu den schönsten
Frauen Berlins zählte. Wenn diese beiden jungen Menschen sich auf
der Straße oder in einem Restaurant zeigten, so richteten sich stets
alle Augen voller Bewunderung auf sie.
„Darf ich eine Frage an Sie richten?“ fragte Katschinsky, während
er sich mit einem heißen Tuch, das die alte Wirtin gebracht hatte,
das Gesicht abtrocknete und Georg durch den Spiegel mit seinem
schönsten, liebenswürdigsten Lächeln zulächelte.
„Fragen Sie ruhig.“
„Ich meine, Weidenbach“ – der Maler puderte Wangen und Kinn
mit einer zarten flockigen Quaste – „es interessiert mich: tut es weh
– das, Sie verstehen mich?“
Georg antwortete nicht. Das Blut stieg ihm in die Wangen.
Da begann Katschinsky zu lachen. „Ach, es fehlte noch, daß Sie
mir böse sind, lieber Freund. Es interessierte mich. Ich werde es ja
nie tun, ich hätte gar nicht den Mut dazu. Und einer Frau wegen –
ach, du lieber Himmel!“ Er goß eine Essenz ins Haar und zog
sorgfältig den Scheitel. Dann legte er den Kragen an und knüpfte mit
großer Sorgfalt die Binde. Er schien für eine Weile die Anwesenheit
Georgs ganz vergessen zu haben.
Katschinsky war stets gut gekleidet gewesen, und doch staunte
Georg über die Eleganz des modischen Anzugs, den er heute trug.
Die Hosen, an den Hüften weit geschnitten, waren tadellos gebügelt.
Dazu trug Katschinsky Seidenstrümpfe und Lackschuhe. Die
Krawatte war aus schiefergrauer schwerer Seide.
„Ich freue mich, daß es Ihnen gut geht, Katschinsky,“ sagte Georg
– und er schämte sich des heimlichen Gedankens, daß Katschinsky
ihm vielleicht aus der Verlegenheit helfen könnte. Die Wärme des
Zimmers hatte Georg aufgetaut. Seine Stimme wurde leichter, sein
Benehmen freier.
„Der Schein trügt,“ erwiderte Katschinsky, indem er kokett den
Kopf über die Schulter drehte und spöttisch lächelte.
„Sie haben gewiß Erfolge? Stobwasser deutete es an.“
Katschinsky prüfte mit einem Handspiegel die Zähne, wobei er das
Gebiß von den Lippen entblößte. Seine Zähne waren vorbildlich
schön, regelmäßig, schneeweiß. „Erfolge!“ rief er aus und lachte
leise. „Es ist eine sonderbare Art von Erfolgen!“
„Haben Sie viel gearbeitet?“
Katschinsky schüttelte den Kopf. „Nein, nein,“ erwiderte er und
polierte sorgfältig die Nägel, „ich habe fast nichts gearbeitet,
seitdem wir uns nicht mehr gesehen haben. Es ist eine Müdigkeit
über mich gekommen, eine ungeheure Müdigkeit. Ich bin wohl stets
ehrgeizig gewesen, Weidenbach, aber ich hatte nie eine große
Energie. Wozu auch? Im übrigen habe ich nicht die geringste
Begabung.“
„Sie sollten keine Begabung haben, Katschinsky!“ rief Georg
erstaunt aus und lachte, seit langer Zeit zum erstenmal.
Katschinsky sah einen Augenblick auf. Der bedingungslose Glaube
an sein Können, der so deutlich aus Weidenbachs Lachen klang,
hatte seiner Eitelkeit geschmeichelt. Er errötete leicht. „Nein, nein,“
sagte er, „ich habe es einmal geglaubt, aber ich sehe jetzt ein, daß
ich kein Talent habe. Ich kann nur nachahmen, was andere
vorgemacht haben. Ich müßte arbeiten, viel arbeiten, aber dazu fehlt
mir die Energie.“
„Was tun Sie also?“
Katschinsky zog die Schultern hoch. „Sie sind ein ehrlicher Junge,
Weidenbach,“ sagte er, während er die Hände mit Puder einrieb. „Es
ist möglich, daß Sie einmal ein großer Künstler werden, gerade weil
Sie so einfach und aufrichtig empfinden. Ich will Ihnen nichts
vormachen. Meine Mutter ist gestorben, und ich habe die Möbel, die
sie mir hinterließ, verkauft. Für den Erlös habe ich mir Garderobe
angeschafft. Ich tat das nur aus Eitelkeit, aber es stellte sich heraus,
daß es das Vernünftigste war, was ich tun konnte. Ist es Ihnen nicht
aufgefallen, Weidenbach, daß es hier in Berlin Hunderte von jungen
Männern gibt, die elegant gekleidet sind – Bügelfalten, Monockel,
elegante Schuhe –, und man weiß nicht, wovon sie leben. Aber sie
haben das Aussehen der Sorglosen, ihre Gesichtsfarbe ist gut, die
Hände sind gepflegt. Auf den Kleidern auch nicht ein Stäubchen. Sie
gehen auf dem Kurfürstendamm spazieren und trinken in den Hallen
der vornehmen Hotels um fünf Uhr Tee. Wovon leben all diese
jungen Leute, Weidenbach? Nun, sie werden es Ihnen nicht
verraten. Sie bilden eine Klasse für sich. Und erst, wenn Sie sich so
kleiden wie diese jungen Männer, haben Sie die Möglichkeit, in ihre
Geheimnisse einzudringen.“
„Also wovon leben sie denn?“ unterbrach Georg den Maler
ungeduldig und sah ihn mit einem neugierigen Blick an.
„Wovon wir leben?“ antwortete Katschinsky, und ein eitles,
zynisches Lächeln umspielte seinen schönen Mund. „Das ist nicht so
leicht gesagt. Nun, wir leben, und wir leben nicht schlecht. Können
Sie tanzen, Weidenbach, gut tanzen? Nun, so kommen Sie mit mir in
eine Tanzdiele, um fünf Uhr. Ich führe Sie ein. Sie tanzen ein paar
Schritte, man wird Ihnen Tee, Gebäck, Zigaretten und Liköre
servieren, und wenn Sie besonders gute Figur machen, wird man Sie
noch honorieren. Sie werden erfahren, daß es elegante Restaurants
gibt, wo man mit einer hübschen Dame, die natürlich ebenfalls ohne
jeden Tadel gekleidet ist, ganz umsonst zu Abend speisen kann.“
„Ist es möglich?“ fragte Georg.
„Ja, es ist möglich,“ erwiderte Katschinsky, dem die Verblüffung
dieses armen, abgehetzten, bleichen, vom Regen zerweichten
Weidenbach Vergnügen bereitete. Er schlüpfte in das Jacket und
strich es mit den Händen am Körper glatt. Dann begann er mit leisen
Schritten auf und ab zu gehen, und in seinem Gang drückten sich
Befriedigung über die tadellose Kleidung und jenes Wohlbehagen
aus, das eine sorgfältige Toilette bereitet. Sein schönes Gesicht
strahlte von einem leichtsinnigen Lächeln, während er plauderte.
„Man macht Bekanntschaften, knüpft Beziehungen an. Zuweilen trifft
man auch da und dort eine hübsche Dame, die einen in ihr Haus
einlädt. Man ißt und trinkt und läßt es sich wohl sein. Und dann, das
ist das Allerwichtigste, gibt es eine ganze Menge von Spielklubs, die
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