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CompTIA N10-005 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | CompTIA |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | CompTIA Network+ Certification Exam |
| Exam Number: | N10-005 |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Passing Score: | 720 (scale 100–900) |
| Exam Format: | Multiple-choice questions, Scenario-based questions |
| Exam Price: | Approx. $289–$299 USD (retired, historical price) |
| Real Exam Qty: | 90–100 |
| Available Languages: | Spanish, Japanese, German, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English |
| Related Certifications: | CompTIA Security+ CompTIA A+ CompTIA Server+ |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Recommended Training: | CompTIA Network+ Training CompTIA Official Study Guides |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE CompTIA Official Site Prometric |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based testing (CBT) at Pearson VUE or Prometric test centers; retired since August 31, 2015 (English) / December 31, 2015 (other languages) |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; recommended CompTIA A+ certification or 9–12 months of hands-on networking experience |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.comptia.org/certifications/network/retired-exams/n10-005 |
CompTIA N10-005 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Network Management | 20% | - Hardware and software maintenance - Network monitoring and tools - Troubleshooting methodology - Network documentation and policies - Performance optimization |
| Topic 2: Network Media and Topologies | 17% | - Physical and logical topologies - Cable standards and connectors - Ethernet standards and specifications - Copper and fiber media types - Wireless standards and frequencies |
| Topic 3: Network Installation and Configuration | 23% | - WAN technologies and connections - Router and switch configuration - VLANs, NAT, and DHCP - DNS and IP addressing schemes - Wireless network setup and standards |
| Topic 4: Network Security | 19% | - Encryption and VPN technologies - Threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation - Security devices and technologies - Access control and authentication - Security best practices and policies |
| Topic 5: Network Concepts | 21% | - Network services and applications - OSI and TCP/IP models - IP addressing and subnetting - Common network protocols and ports - Routing and switching concepts |
What Every N10-005 Candidate Should Ask Before Registering
Registration is handled through the official channels below:
Set up your account, pick a test center or online session, and secure your date early — slots near application deadlines go quickly.
CompTIA states the following prerequisites for the CompTIA Network + Certification: No mandatory prerequisites; recommended CompTIA A+ certification or 9–12 months of hands-on networking experience.
Requirements can be updated, so verify them on the official certification page before you book.
The current exam information lists 90–100 questions for the N10-005 exam, with 90 minutes minutes to complete them. Rehearsing under a timer at home makes that limit feel routine instead of rushed.
Our aftersales commitment includes a clear safety net. If you fail the corresponding exam within 60 days of purchase, send us a scanned copy of your enrollment slip and your official Score Report PDF within two days of the exam date; verified claims are refunded in full within seven days. The exclusions are simple: exams taken within three days of purchase are not covered, the candidate name must match the payer, and free or expired products are ineligible. Alternatively, you may exchange the product for two others of equal value at no cost.
These are the main domains of the CompTIA Network + Certification blueprint:
- Network Media and Topologies (17%)
- Network Security (19%)
- Network Management (20%)
The official outline continues with further domains — all covered in our question bank.
CompTIA recommends these official training resources:
Pair whichever course matches your background with steady question practice for the strongest preparation.
Delivery is instant: a download link appears the moment your payment clears, and an automatic email with the materials arrives within about a minute. Install on as many devices as you like, and if nothing shows up within two hours, our 24/7 support team will take care of it. Your purchase includes 365 days of free updates — every revision is emailed to you automatically — and a 50% renewal discount when the period ends.
Because the quality is built in, not claimed. Professional experts and advisors compile the N10-005 bank against the real exam's format and objectives, hard-to-answer points receive careful expert-verified coverage, and the writing stays easy to comprehend for candidates at every level. Behind the content sits well-advised aftersales service: a strictly trained, patient support team available 24/7, an open ear for constructive feedback, a free demo before purchase, and 365 days of free updates after it.
Currently, the N10-005 exam requires a passing score of 720 (scale 100–900), and the registration fee is Approx. $289–$299 USD (retired, historical price). These are CompTIA's figures and may be revised, so confirm them on the official site before scheduling.
CompTIA Network + Certification Sample Questions:
After deploying a network switch, the network administrator is unable to remotely administer the device. The network administrator notices that the switch has the following configuration. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause of this issue?
Management LAN: 192.168.10.0/24
Management interfacE. 192.168.10.2 255.255.255.0
Default gateway: 192.168.11.1
STP is enabled
- A. Wrong gateway
- B. VLAN assignment
- C. Switching loop
- D. Wrong subnet mask
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
Users trying to access a website using HTTPS are being blocked by the firewall. Which of the following ports needs to be allowed?
- A. 443
- B. 143
- C. 80
- D. 3389
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
After the technician has established a theory of probable cause of a user reported problem, which of the following should the technician do NEXT in the troubleshooting process?
- A. Identify the problem.
- B. Establish a plan of action.
- C. Implement the solution to the problem.
- D. Implement preventative measures.
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
Which of the following WAN technologies uses an analog phone line to transmit data?
- A. DSL
- B. LTE
- C. Satellite
- D. Cable
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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The phone company has provided a channelized T1 line. Which of the following should this line be connected to?
- A. Switch
- B. CSU/DSU
- C. MDF
- D. IDF
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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