Networking: Given a scenario, use appropriate networking tools

Question 1

Which multimeter checks are always performed with the power to the system turned off?

Answer 1

Resistance and continuity

Question 2

Which multimeter setting should you use to test a computer’s power supply output?

Answer 2

DC voltage

Question 3

This tool verifies that a cable is good:

Answer 3

Cable tester

Question 4

This tool attaches media connectors to the end of the cable

Answer 4

Crimper

Question 5

This tool echoes signals over a port to ensure it’s working properly

Answer 5

Loopback plug

Question 6

This tool includes a voltmeter, an ohmmeter, and an ammeter to measure voltage, current, and resistance

Answer 6

Multimeter

Question 7

This tool attaches a cable to a patch panel

Answer 7

Punchdown tool

Question 8

This tool includes a tone generator and a tone locator to locate the ends of a cable

Answer 8

Toner probe

Question 9

Which tool measures the length of a cable based on the time required for an energy pulse to travel down the cable and return to the tool?

Answer 9

TRD (Time domain reflectometer)

Question 10

What general tools would you need to install a Cat6 cable network?

Answer 10

• Crimper
• Cable stripper
• Multimeter
• Cable tester
• Punchdown tool
• RJ-45 connectors

Question 11

What tool would allow you to measure the voltage supplied by power connectors and power supplies?

Answer 11

Multimeter

Question 12

This allows you to troubleshoot which channels are in use and identify which channel would be best to set up on your home router

Answer 12

Wi-Fi analyzer