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Hands-on Performance-Based Questions for 220-1201. BIOS configuration, cable matching, and Windows install ordering — just like the real exam.
D5: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Methodology
Order the 6-step CompTIA troubleshooting methodology for a "no display" scenario. Identify, theorize, test, plan, verify, document.
Troubleshooting methodology
Step ordering
CompTIA framework
Not attempted
Launch Lab
D3: Hardware
BIOS / UEFI Configuration
Configure boot order, Secure Boot, virtualization, UEFI mode, and Fast Boot in a simulated BIOS utility.
Boot order
Secure Boot
UEFI
Virtualization
Not attempted
Launch Lab
D3: Hardware
Cable & Connector Matching
Match cable types (SATA, Molex, USB-C, DisplayPort, RJ-45) to the correct use cases in a workstation build.
SATA
USB-C
DisplayPort
Ethernet
Not attempted
Launch Lab
D1: Mobile Devices & OS
Windows Installation Ordering
Drag and drop the correct sequence of steps for a clean Windows 11 installation from USB.
OS Install
Boot sequence
Setup wizard
Not attempted
Launch Lab