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Certification Overview
The 220-802 exam tests practical troubleshooting skills across five core technical domains: diagnosing and resolving mobile device issues (apps, connectivity, security); implementing and supporting networking (protocols, connectivity, security); maintaining hardware devices; deploying and supporting virtualization and cloud infrastructure; and applying systematic troubleshooting methodology to hardware and network problems. Real-world scenarios and hands-on problem-solving are emphasized more heavily than in 220-801.
What This Certification Proves
The CompTIA A+ 220-802 exam validates advanced IT support and troubleshooting skills, focusing on practical real-world scenarios beyond basic hardware and software. This certification demonstrates competency in mobile device management, networking, virtualization, and cloud computing—essential skills for modern IT support professionals. Passing both 220-801 and 220-802 earns the CompTIA A+ credential, the industry-recognized entry point for IT career advancement.
Who Should Take This Exam
IT professionals who have passed or have knowledge equivalent to 220-801 (CompTIA A+ Part 1); help desk technicians seeking advancement; desktop support specialists looking for formal credentials; IT career changers with technical fundamentals; professionals supporting organizations with mobile devices, cloud infrastructure, and virtualized environments.
Topic Breakdown
5 domains covering 1,023 questions
| Domain | Questions | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware And Network Troubleshooting | 438 | 43% |
| Networking | 268 | 26% |
| Hardware | 178 | 17% |
| Mobile Devices | 104 | 10% |
| Virtualization And Cloud Computing | 35 | 3% |
Study Plans
Choose a study plan that matches your schedule and experience level
30 Days
Intensive Sprint
Week 1-2
- Master fundamentals: Hardware And Network Troubleshooting
- Read CompTIA official documentation
- Complete 35 questions daily
Week 3
- Deep dive: Networking
- Review weak areas from results
- Take 2 full-length exams
Week 4
- Review all flagged questions
- Timed exams to build stamina
- Final revision of key concepts
60 Days
Balanced Approach
Week 1-2
- Survey all exam domains
- Set up study environment
- Begin with foundational topics
Week 3-4
- Focus: Hardware And Network Troubleshooting
- Focus: Networking
- 18 questions daily
Week 5-6
- Focus: Hardware
- Hands-on labs if applicable
- Review explanations for wrong answers
Week 7-8
- Complete all 1,023 questions
- Identify and eliminate weak areas
- Take 3 full-length timed tests
90 Days
Comprehensive Study
Month 1
- Learn all exam domains at a comfortable pace
- Build strong foundational knowledge
- 12 questions daily
Month 2
- Deep dive into each domain
- Hands-on practice and labs
- Take weekly timed exams
Month 3
- Work through all 1,023 questions
- Identify and eliminate weak areas
- Take 3 full-length timed exams
220-802-Specific Tips
- Hands-on lab work is critical—set up virtual machines, configure mobile devices (iOS/Android), and practice troubleshooting network connectivity issues using real or simulated environments
- Focus on troubleshooting methodology: always gather information first, identify probable causes based on symptoms, test hypotheses systematically, and document solutions
- Study mobile device management (MDM) policies, mobile OS features (permissions, security, app installation), and common mobile device issues and their solutions
- Get comfortable with cloud terminology and models (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) and understand how virtualization (Hyper-V, vSphere) differs from cloud computing
- Practice network troubleshooting: understand TCP/IP stack, DNS resolution, DHCP, VPN connectivity, and how to diagnose and resolve common connectivity problems
- Use CompTIA's official exam objectives to guide study—220-802 emphasizes troubleshooting (30-35% of exam) more than pure knowledge recall
- Take practice exams under timed conditions to build speed and identify weak areas before test day
Relevant Career Roles
Sample Questions
Try 5 free questions from the 220-802 question bank
An administrator wishes to prevent users from accessing unattended computers in other departments. Which of the following would BEST accomplish this?
A technician wants to know the MAC address of a computer. Which of the following commands would the technician use?
Which of the following provides the GREATEST security for SOHO wireless?
A user reports that they are unable to use their DVD-ROM drive in their Windows 7 desktop PC. Which of the following could be a possible cause to this problem?
A technician has just installed and terminated a new CAT5 network cable. The device using the cable cannot connect to the network. Which of the following tools would be BEST in troubleshooting this issue?
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