ACI - Mod 9 Part 4

What does an "open/short" issue refer to in network cabling?

• A complete break or fault in the continuity of a network cable

• Incorrect transceivers

• Duplex issues

• Dirty optical cables

Answer explanation

An 'open/short' issue in network cabling refers to a complete break or fault in the continuity of a network cable.

Which tool can network troubleshooters use to identify open or short faults in cables?

• Cable or continuity testers

• LED status indicators

• Incorrect transceivers

• Duplex testers

Answer explanation

Network troubleshooters can use cable or continuity testers to identify open or short faults in cables.

What do LED status indicators on network devices provide?

• Visual feedback about the device's operational status or specific ports

• Information about incorrect transceivers

• Details on duplex issues

• Indications of dirty optical cables

Answer explanation

LED status indicators on network devices provide visual feedback about the device's operational status or specific ports, helping users monitor the device's functionality.

How can network troubleshooters diagnose LED status indicator issues?

• By observing the LED behavior and cross-referencing it with the device's manual

• By checking for dirty optical cables

• By replacing the network cable

• By using incorrect transceivers

Answer explanation

By observing the LED behavior and cross-referencing it with the device's manual

What does a steady green LED on a network port usually signify?

• A network error or anomaly

• A critical error or failure

• A successful connection and data transfer

• A warning or potential issue

Answer explanation

A steady green LED on a network port usually signifies a successful connection and data transfer, indicating that the network port is functioning properly.

What does a blinking green LED typically represent?

• A critical error or failure

• Activity or data transmission in progress

• A network error or anomaly

• A warning or potential issue

Answer explanation

A blinking green LED typically represents activity or data transmission in progress.

What does a steady amber/orange LED suggest?

• A functional and active state

• A critical error or failure

• A warning or potential issue

• Activity or data transmission in progress

Answer explanation

A steady amber/orange LED suggests a warning or potential issue.

What does a blinking amber/orange LED typically indicate?

• A network error or anomaly

• A functional and active state

• Activity or data transmission in progress

• A warning or potential issue

Answer explanation

A blinking amber/orange LED typically indicates a network error or anomaly.

What does a steady red LED generally indicate?

• A functional and active state

• A network error or anomaly

• A warning or potential issue

• A critical error or failure

Answer explanation

A steady red LED generally indicates a critical error or failure.

What should be done if an incorrect transceiver is identified?

• Ignore the issue

• Replace it with the appropriate module

• Restart the network device

• Change the LED indicator color

Answer explanation

If an incorrect transceiver is identified, it should be replaced with the appropriate module to ensure proper functionality.