A network administrator is troubleshooting a link that is down. The link uses an SFP+ transceiver and a fiber patch cable with LC connectors. The admin has verified the transceiver is compatible and the cable is good. What should the admin do next?

Replace the transceiver with a different brand.

Change the switch's duplex settings.

Check the transceiver's TX and RX connections are not swapped.

What is the first troubleshooting step when a copper Ethernet connection is not working?

Check the link lights on the network interface card

A technician is replacing a QSFP+ transceiver in a switch. The technician has disconnected the MPO cable. What is the next step in the removal procedure?

Twist the transceiver to unlock it from the port.

Pull the transceiver straight out using the bail latch.

Power off the switch before removal.

Use a flathead screwdriver to pry the transceiver out.

What is the primary function of a connector in a network cabling system?

To filter out electromagnetic interference

To establish a physical connection between the cable and the network device

To amplify the signal to extend the cable length

To convert electrical signals to optical signals

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Transceivers and Connectors N10-009 Practice Questions (Page 3)

Part of the Networking concepts domain, which makes up ~25% of our current practice bank. CompTIA does not publish an official question count, but from its 90-minute exam (~35–60 total, ~9–15 in this domain), expect 1–2 from this objective — we provide 22 practice questions to prepare you well beyond it. (estimate)

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11expert · hard
A network administrator is troubleshooting a link that is down. The link uses an SFP+ transceiver and a fiber patch cable with LC connectors. The admin has verified the transceiver is compatible and the cable is good. What should the admin do next?
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12foundation · easy
What is the first troubleshooting step when a copper Ethernet connection is not working?
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13expert · hard
A network engineer is designing a new 10 Gbps link between two switches that are 300 meters apart. The available fiber is multimode OM3. Which transceiver should be used?
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14expert · hard
A technician is replacing a QSFP+ transceiver in a switch. The technician has disconnected the MPO cable. What is the next step in the removal procedure?
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15foundation · easy
What is the primary function of a connector in a network cabling system?
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