DCI Testing & Troubleshooting

Question 1

What tool is commonly used to test network cable continuity?

Accepted Answer

Cable tester

Answer

Voltmeter

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Wire stripper

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Label maker

Question 2

Why is it important to verify cable performance after installation?

Accepted Answer

To verify performance and compliance

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To log extra hours

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To match color coding

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To avoid labeling

Question 3

What does a TDR (Time Domain Reflectometer) detect?

Accepted Answer

Cable faults

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IP conflicts

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Voltage spikes

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Wi-Fi interference

Question 4

Which problem can cause excessive NEXT (Near-End Crosstalk)?

Accepted Answer

Untwisting pairs too far

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Too short cables

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Color mismatches

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Improper grounding

Question 5

What is the standard pass/fail metric for Category 6 cable testing?

Accepted Answer

TIA performance thresholds

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IP address verification

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Light intensity

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Cable jacket material

Question 6

Why might a cable fail a continuity test?

Accepted Answer

Broken or miswired conductors

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Excessive bandwidth

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Wrong IP configuration

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Improper DHCP settings

Question 7

How is a tone generator used in cable testing?

Accepted Answer

Traces cable location

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Measures voltage

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Cuts insulation

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Test for continuity

Question 8

What type of connector issue can lead to signal loss?

Accepted Answer

Loose or misaligned connectors

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Tightly secured connectors

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Connector labeling

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Shielded connectors

Question 9

When is loopback testing typically used?

Accepted Answer

To check port functionality

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During connector crimping

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To verify patch panel height

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When labeling cables