Tools

Question 1

Torx drivers

Answer 1

For driving torx screws, a screwhead pattern that uses a six-pointed star and sometimes a bump in the center for additional tamper proofing. Six points of contact.

Question 2

Hex drivers

Answer 2

For driving hex screws, a screwhead pattern that uses a hexagon. Simple driver tool and six points of contact.

Question 3

Hemostat clamps

Answer 3

A stand-in for tweezers. Useful for inserting and removing jumper blocks and cables. Think “surgeon’s scissor clamps”

Question 4

Multimeter

Answer 4

Measure DC and AC voltage levels, resistance in Ohms, continuity, amperage, diodes.

Question 5

Power supply tester

Answer 5

Tests power supply operation without the need to install the power supply in a system.

Question 6

Loopback plug

Answer 6

Checks for correct input/output from serial, parallel, network, and USB ports.

Question 7

Cable tester

Answer 7

Checks cable continuity and twisted-pair configuration

Question 8

Punch down tools

Answer 8

Use for installation of UTP cable into a wall jack.

Question 9

Toner probes

Answer 9

Used to determine the patch panel port that matches a particular network wall socket.

Question 10

Crimper

Answer 10

Attaches connectors to cable

Question 11

Toner vacuum

Answer 11

Required to vaccum the super small toner particles out of laser printers.