Free 220-1201 practice test — 1,020+ CompTIA A+ Core 1 practice questions with detailed explanations across all 5 official 220-1201 exam domains. Every A+ 1201 practice test set is scored, timed, and drawn from the live question bank — so you practise exactly what the exam tests, not outdated dumps.
Courseiva includes 1,020+ CompTIA A+ Core 1 220-1201 practice questions across the official exam domains.
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This free 220-1201 practice test mirrors the structure and difficulty of the real CompTIA A+ Core 1 220-1201 exam. Every question is written against the official 2026 exam blueprint published by CompTIA, ensuring you practise exactly what the exam tests — not last year's objectives.
The 220-1201 blueprint is divided into 5weighted domains. Questions on this page are distributed proportionally across each domain, so the mix you see here reflects the same weighting you'll face on exam day. High-weight domains like Hardware and Network Troubleshooting and Hardware contribute the most questions, meaning focused practice on these areas gives you the highest return on study time.
220-1201 Exam Blueprint — 5 Domains
Mobile Devices
Networking
Hardware
Virtualization and Cloud Computing
Hardware and Network Troubleshooting
66 numbered sets, 5 domain question banks, and targeted sessions — every page is a unique set of questions.
Each chapter page covers one topic in depth — theory, key concepts, and focused practice questions. Use these to close knowledge gaps before returning to full practice tests.
Getting the most from practice questions requires more than just clicking through answers. Here is the study method used by candidates who pass 220-1201 on their first attempt:
Answer before revealing
Read each 220-1201 question fully, eliminate obviously wrong choices, then commit to an answer before clicking to reveal. This active recall process is what builds lasting knowledge.
Read every explanation
Even when you answer correctly, read the full explanation. Knowing WHY the right answer is correct — and why the distractors are wrong — is what separates a 750 score from a 900 score.
Track weak domains
Note which 220-1201 domains you get wrong most often. Then do a targeted 20-30 question session focused only on that domain until your accuracy improves.
Simulate exam pacing
The real 220-1201 gives you roughly 1 minutes per question. Use the 60 or 120-question sessions to practise hitting that pace comfortably.
Most candidates who pass 220-1201 on their first attempt report doing between 400 and 800 practice questions over 4–8 weeks of preparation. With 1,020+ questions in the Courseiva bank, you have more than enough material to build that repetition without seeing the same question twice.
Answer each question to reveal the full explanation and correct answer. This starter set is drawn from all 5 exam domains in blueprint proportion. Use the session selector to start a longer focused practice run.
During a network cable installation, a technician needs to verify that a newly run Cat6 cable is properly terminated and free of shorts or opens. The cable is not yet connected to any switch or device. Which tool should the technician use?
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A user reports that their laptop can see multiple Wi-Fi networks but cannot connect to any of them. Other devices in the same location connect without issue. What is the most likely cause?
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A user wants to connect their smartphone to a car's stereo system that only has an auxiliary input (3.5mm jack). The smartphone has a USB-C port and no headphone jack. Which accessory is required?
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A technician is troubleshooting a network where users on one floor cannot access a server on another floor. Both floors are connected via a single fiber optic link. The technician checks the link and sees the switch port shows 'err-disabled' status. What is the most likely cause of this state?
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A server administrator reports that a critical server is unreachable from the network. The technician can ping the server's IP address from the local subnet but not from a remote subnet. Which command-line tool should be used to identify where packets are being dropped along the path?
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A technician is configuring a network for a new branch office. The branch has 50 users and needs to access resources at the main office via a secure tunnel over the internet. Which service is required to establish this connection?
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A technician is setting up a temporary network for a conference where attendees' laptops need to share files directly without any central access point or router. The conference room has no existing network infrastructure. Which network type should be configured, and what is a potential security risk?
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A technician is configuring a kiosk that uses a tablet to display digital signage. The tablet must be powered continuously and connected to a wired network for reliability. The tablet has a single USB-C port. How should the technician provide both power and network connectivity?
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A user reports that their multifunction printer makes a loud grinding noise when printing, and the output has vertical black streaks. The technician has already replaced the toner cartridge. What component is most likely failing?
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A user on a corporate iPhone cannot receive push notifications from the company's email app, even though notifications are enabled in the app settings. Other apps on the phone receive notifications normally. What should the technician check first?
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A small office has a single public IP address and uses a router to provide internet access to 20 devices. Users report that some websites load slowly or time out, while others work fine. The router's NAT table shows many entries. Which protocol is most likely being exhausted, causing these intermittent issues?
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A network engineer is designing a new data center and needs to connect multiple servers to a core switch with redundant paths. To prevent loops while allowing failover, which networking hardware feature should be implemented?
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A network administrator is designing a new subnet scheme for a company with 4 departments: Sales (50 devices), HR (25 devices), IT (10 devices), and Management (5 devices). The company uses the 10.0.0.0/8 network. To minimize wasted IP addresses, which subnet mask should be used for the Sales department?
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A customer complains that their VoIP phone intermittently drops calls. A technician checks the network and finds high latency and jitter during peak hours. Which network service should be configured to prioritize VoIP traffic?
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A technician is troubleshooting a server that uses a RAID 6 array with six 4 TB HDDs. One drive fails, and after replacement, the rebuild process is taking much longer than expected. The array is still online. What is the most likely reason for the slow rebuild?
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A user reports that their external monitor connected to a laptop via HDMI flickers intermittently. The laptop's built-in display works fine. You have tried a different HDMI cable and a different monitor, but the flickering persists. What should you check next?
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A technician is troubleshooting a laptop that will not charge. The battery is removable, and the power adapter works on another laptop. When the battery is inserted, the laptop powers on but shows '0% available (plugged in, not charging)'. What is the most likely cause?
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A customer brings in a smartphone with a broken charging port. They want the port replaced. During disassembly, the technician finds that the charging port is soldered directly to the main board. Which tool is essential for this repair?
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A technician is troubleshooting a laptop that shuts down randomly after a few minutes of use. The fan is spinning, and the vents are clear. The CPU temperature reaches 95°C quickly. What is the most likely cause?
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You are deploying 50 tablets for a school and need to secure them in kiosk mode so students can only access a specific learning app. Which hardware servicing step is essential before configuring the software?
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Answer all 20 questions to see your domain score breakdown
A structured study plan dramatically increases your chances of passing 220-1201 on the first attempt. The most effective approach combines reading the official CompTIA documentation or a study guide, watching video explanations for difficult concepts, and then reinforcing everything with daily practice questions.
We recommend the following weekly structure for 220-1201 preparation:
Cover each 220-1201 domain systematically. Read the exam objectives, watch explanatory content, and do 10–20 practice questions per domain to test understanding as you go.
Run full 50–60 question mixed sessions daily. Review every wrong answer in detail. Identify which domains are consistently scoring below 70% and revisit those study materials.
Do 100–120 question timed sessions to simulate real exam conditions. Aim for consistent scores above 80% before booking your exam date. A score above 80% in practice typically translates to a passing 220-1201 score.
On exam day, the 220-1201 tests your ability to apply knowledge to realistic scenarios — not just recall definitions. This is why reading explanations and understanding the reasoning behind every answer matters more than simply grinding question volume. Use the high-count sessions (100, 120) in the final weeks as your confidence benchmark.
Questions
90
On the real exam
Time limit
90 min
1 min per question
Passing score
675/1000
Scaled scoring
The 220-1201 exam uses a scaled scoring system — your raw score of correct answers is converted to a score out of 1000. A passing score of 675/1000 does not mean you need 68% of questions correct; the conversion accounts for question difficulty. Consistently scoring above 75–80% on practice tests puts you in a strong position to achieve 675/1000 on the real exam.
220-1201 includes performance-based questions (PBQs) alongside standard multiple-choice. PBQs ask you to complete simulated tasks in a lab environment. The domain knowledge you build here applies equally to both question types.
Multiple-choice and performance-based questions on hardware, operating systems, troubleshooting, networking, and security fundamentals.
Yes. Courseiva provides free CompTIA A+ Core 1 220-1201 practice questions with explanations across the official exam domains. Start with a quick practice test, then continue with topic-based practice, mock exams, missed-question review, bookmarked questions, weak-topic recommendations, and readiness tracking. No account required. Create a free account to unlock per-domain analytics and progress tracking across every certification on the platform. Courseiva is free forever, supported by advertising.
Every question is written against the official 220-1201 exam blueprint published by CompTIA. Our questions follow the same wording style, scenario complexity, and answer structure as the actual exam. They are original questions — not brain dumps — so you learn the underlying concepts and reasoning, not just memorised answers. Candidates who study with brain dumps often pass but have no transferable knowledge; Courseiva questions make you genuinely competent.
Most candidates who pass 220-1201 on their first attempt do 30–60 questions per day. Use the Quick 10 session for daily warm-ups when you are short on time. On study days, run a 50 or 60-question session to build stamina. Reserve 100 and 120-question sessions for the final two weeks when you want to simulate real exam conditions and benchmark your readiness.
The 220-1201 covers 5 domains: Mobile Devices (13%), Networking (23%), Hardware (25%), Virtualization and Cloud Computing (11%), Hardware and Network Troubleshooting (28%). Each domain carries a different weight, so allocate your study time accordingly. The highest-weighted domains — Hardware and Network Troubleshooting and Hardware — should receive the most attention.
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