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A network technician is investigating a trouble ticket for a user who does not have network connectivity. All patch cables between the wall jacks and computers in the building were upgraded over the weekend from Cat 5 to Cat 6. The newly installed cable is crimped With a TIA/EIA 568A on one end and a TIA/EIA 568B on the other end. Which of the following should the technician do to most likely fix the issue?

A.
Ensure the switchport has POE enabled.
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A.
Ensure the switchport has POE enabled.
B.
Crimp the cable as a straight-through cable.
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B.
Crimp the cable as a straight-through cable.
C.
Ensure the switchport has STP enabled.
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C.
Ensure the switchport has STP enabled.
D.
Crimp the cable as a rollover cable.
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D.
Crimp the cable as a rollover cable.
Suggested answer: B

Explanation:

Crimping the cable as a straight-through cable is the most likely fix for the issue where users are unable to access any network resources after upgrading from Cat 5 to Cat 6 cables. Crimping is a process of attaching connectors to the ends of cables using a tool called a crimper. A straight-through cable is a type of twisted-pair cable that has the same wiring scheme on both ends, meaning that each pin on one end is connected to the same pin on the other end. A straight-through cable is used to connect devices that operate on different layers of the OSI model, such as a computer and a switch, or a switch and a router. If the newly installed cable is crimped with TIA/EIA 568A on one end and TIA/EIA 568B on the other end, it becomes a crossover cable. A crossover cable is a type of twisted-pair cable that has opposite wiring schemes on both ends, meaning that each pin on one end is connected to a different pin on the other end. A crossover cable is used to connect devices that operate on the same layer of the OSI model, such as two computers or two switches. Using a crossover cable instead of a straight-through cable can cause network communication errors or failures. Reference: [CompTIA Network+ Certification Exam Objectives], Straight Through vs Crossover Cable: What's The Difference?

asked 02/10/2024
Wanicha Inburan
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