1.

Which of the following cabling types is not recognized by the TIA/EIA for
horizontal wiring? Coaxial
2. What kind of networking device on today's racks does nothing to the data
transmitted on a line other than pass it along through the connection? Patch Panel
3. In which layer(s) of the OSI model do NICs operate?

Layer 1 & 2

4. What are the two primary standard widths for rack systems?

18U and 42U

5. What device provides a central control portal for all devices on a rack?
Monitoring System

Rack

6. What device protects computer equipment from a momentary increase in voltage

due to lightning strikes, solar flares, or electrical problems?
Surge Protector
7. Providing a backup power source is called __________________. Power Redundancy
8. What generator component converts DC power from the generator to AC power
that the electrical infrastructure in a data center can use? Inverter
9. Which type of Ethernet frames do today's networks use?

Ethernet II Frame

10. What is the very beginning of an Ethernet frame called?

Header

11. Why is it important to use a structured cabling standard when installing and
managing cabling systems?
Because it is an industry standard and it describes the best way to install
networking media to maximize performance and minimize upkeep.
12. What is the first point of interconnection between an organization's LAN and
WAN and a service provider's facility, and what components are generally included
at this location?
The MDF or main cross connect which contains the demark is the first point of
interconnection between an organization's LAN and WAN service provider's facility.
13. Why is it important to use plenum-rated cabling in the area above the ceiling
tile?
Because it is coated with a flame-resistant jacket and produces less smoke than
regular cables coated with PVC.
14. What are the three methods by which a NIC can interface with a computer's
motherboard?
NIC can be integrated into the motherboard, installed into an expansion slot, and
connected to a laptop or desktop by connecting it to a USB port.

15. What does a loopback plug do?

A loopback plug or loopback adapter plugs into a rj45 connector and crosses the
transmit and receiving line to test the port or cable connectivity.
16. What is the unit of measurement that defines the space available in a rack? How
tall are standard racks?
Racks come in 19" or 23" spaces and are measured in RU (rack unit's) . They also
come 6 feet and 3 feet tall 42U tall and 18U-22U tall and the depths can vary.
17. What are the two general categories of UPSs?
The two types of UPSs are UPS and SPS. UPS is (uninterruptible power supply) and
SPS is (standby power supply).
18. What are some elements that are typically included in network diagrams?
Physical layout, logical topology, IP address reserves, names of major network
devices, and types of transmission media.
19. What is the GUI version of Nmap for windows?

Zenmap

20. What is a wiring schematic?

It is a graphical representation of a network's wired infrastructure.