Network Devices Flashcards
(12 cards)
What are the types of network devices?
Hub Bridge Switch Modem Router Firewall
What are the types of hub?
Passive
Active (amplifies signal)
Managed
Unmanaged
What does a switch do intelligently?
Forwards traffic based on MAC address
Which connections does a firewall split into?
Internal
External
DMZ
What is EoP vs PoE?
EoP - Ethernet over power
PoE - Power over ethernet
What does a crimper do?
Connects cables to connectors
What does a stripper do?
Take outer covering off cables to access internal wiring
What does a multimeter do?
Measure power
What does a Tone gen and probe?
Generates signal in a wire and listens for signal
What does a cable tester do?
Tests if a cable works
What is a loopback plug?
Takes signal and echoes it back to a device
What is a punchdown tool?
Takes wires and inserts them into specific positions