Network cables and connectors Flashcards

1
Q

What are the types of network cable?

A

Fiber
Twisted pair
Coaxial

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What are the types of fiber cable?

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Single Mode - Small glass core, single light path (WAN)

Multi Mode - Large glass core, multiple light paths (LAN)

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3
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What are the types of fiber connections?

A

ST - Straight chip (BNC)
SC - Subscriber connector
LC - Local connector, duplex available one used for sending, one for receiving

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4
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What are the types of twisted pair (copper) cable?

A

UTP - Unshielded twisted pair

STP - Shielded twisted pair

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5
Q

What is used to protect the glass inside fiber cable?

A

Cladding

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6
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What are the standards for twisted pair cabling?

A

T-568A (starts green)

T-568B (starts orange)

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7
Q

What is a patch cable vs crossover?

A

Straight patch cable - Connects computer to switch

Crossover cable - Connects to identical devices

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8
Q

How can you expand the connection from a single twisted pair cable?

A

Splitter

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9
Q

Why use PVC vs Plenum for twisted pair cables?

A

PVC - Inexpensive

Plenum - Less combustible

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10
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What are the types of coaxial cable?

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RG-6 - Internet, 1000 feet

RG-59

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What are the types of connector for coaxial cable?

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ST - Straight chip (BNC)

F-type connector

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