2.8 Networking Tools Flashcards
Given a scenario, use appropriate networking tools.
What are the basic network tools that every technician should have?
Crimper, Cable Stripper, Multimeter, Tone Generator and Probe, Cable Tester, Loopback Plug, Punchdown Tool, WiFi Analyzer.
What is a “crimper” tool used for?
A specialized tool for connecting twisted pair wires to an RJ-45 connector. Also called a crimping tool.
What is a “cable stripper” used for?
It is used to strip the rubber casing off of wires to expose the copper underneath.
What is a “multimeter” used for?
A multimeter measures voltage, amperage, and resistance. It is used for troubleshooting electrical problems such as faulty wall outlets.
What is a “tone generator and probe” used for?
In networking, otherwise referred to as “toner”, it is used to trace cables by sending an electrical signal along a wire at a particular frequency. The tone probe then emits a sound when it distinguishes that frequency. This is great when trying to find a cable in a spaghetti of wires.
What is a “cable tester”?
It is a device for verifying that the connectors and wires in a cable (such as UTP) are in good order.
What is a “loopback plug”?
It is a device used during loop-back tests to check the female connector on a NIC. During the loop-back test, you send and receive data. A full external loop back test requires a loop-back plug inserted into the NIC port.
What is a “punch down” tool?
A specialized tool for connecting UTP wires to a punch-down block. It has a blunt end that forces the wire into the groove of a punch-down block. The metal in the groove slices the cladding (the plastic around the wire) enough to make contact.
What is a WiFi analyzer?
You use this tool for tasks such as figuring out what channel a network should use, optimizing WAP placement, or finding dead spots. You can also use this tool to map out nearby networks.
