A+ Proposed Hardware and Software List

** CompTIA has included this sample list of hardware and software to assist candidates as they prepare for the A+ exam. This list may also be helpful for training companies who wish to create a lab component to their training offering. The bulleted lists below each topic are a sample list and not exhaustive.

Equipment

• iPad tablet
• Android tablet
• Laptop
• Desktop
• Monitors
• SOHO Router/switch
• Access point
• Printer (laser/wireless)
• Power strips
• Surge suppressor
• UPS

Spare parts/hardware

• Motherboards
• RAM
• Hard drives
• Power supplies
• Video cards
• Sound cards
• Network cards
• Wireless NICs
• Fans/cooling devices
• CPUs
• Connectors/cables
• Adapters
• Network cables/connectors
• AC adapters
• Optical drives
• Jumpers/screws/stand-offs
• Cases
• Bulk cable
• Maintenance kit

Tools

• Screw drivers
• Multimeter
• Wire cutters
• Punchdown tool
• Crimper
• Power supply tester
• Cable stripper
• POST cards
• Standard technician toolkit
• ESD strap

Software

• Operating system disks (WinXP, Vista, Windows 7)
• Antivirus software
• Virtualization software
• Anti-malware
• Driver software
• Anti-spyware