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100-490 · Question #65

Which type of port on a laptop is used to connect to an Ethernet port on a Cisco switch?

The correct answer is D. RJ-45. RJ-45 is the standard connector used for Ethernet networks. Here's why it's the correct answer: Compatibility: Ethernet ports on both laptops and Cisco switches use RJ-45 connectors. This makes RJ-45 cables ideal for direct connections between these devices. Appearance: RJ-45 por

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Question

Which type of port on a laptop is used to connect to an Ethernet port on a Cisco switch?

Options

  • ADVI
  • BRJ-11
  • CDB-9
  • DRJ-45

How the community answered

(14 responses)
  • A
    7% (1)
  • B
    14% (2)
  • C
    7% (1)
  • D
    71% (10)

Explanation

RJ-45 is the standard connector used for Ethernet networks. Here's why it's the correct answer: Compatibility: Ethernet ports on both laptops and Cisco switches use RJ-45 connectors. This makes RJ-45 cables ideal for direct connections between these devices. Appearance: RJ-45 ports are rectangular and slightly larger than typical phone jacks (RJ-11). They have eight metal pins inside.

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#RJ-45#Ethernet port#network connectors#physical connectivity

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