CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) — Question 326

A user with a custom hosts file is having difficulty connecting to a locally hosted site on a small office network. The technician cannot ping the server hostname from the user’s computer. Which of the following should the technician ensure on the server?

Answer options

• A. The server is configured with a static IP address.
• B. The server does not have an APIPA.
• C. The appropriate services are enabled on the server.
• D. The server's secondary NIC is functioning.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Ensuring that the server is configured with a static IP address is crucial for consistent connectivity, especially when a custom hosts file is in use. If the server has an APIPA, it indicates issues with IP configuration, making it unreachable. While enabling appropriate services and ensuring the secondary NIC is functioning are important, they do not directly address the connectivity issue indicated by the inability to ping the hostname.