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100-490 · Question #66

Which type of Cisco console cable is used to connect a laptop to the console port on a Cisco router?

The correct answer is D. rollover. Rollover cables are specifically designed for connecting to the console ports on Cisco routers and switches. Here's why they are the right choice: Pinout: Rollover cables have a reversed pinout compared to standard Ethernet cables. This matches the console port's wiring…

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Question

Which type of Cisco console cable is used to connect a laptop to the console port on a Cisco router?

Options

  • Astraight-through
  • Bfiber
  • Ccrossover
  • Drollover

How the community answered

(55 responses)
  • A
    4% (2)
  • B
    5% (3)
  • C
    15% (8)
  • D
    76% (42)

Explanation

Rollover cables are specifically designed for connecting to the console ports on Cisco routers and switches. Here's why they are the right choice: Pinout: Rollover cables have a reversed pinout compared to standard Ethernet cables. This matches the console port's wiring, allowing for configuration access. Appearance: Rollover cables are often light blue in color to help distinguish them from standard Ethernet cables. USB Adapter: Many modern laptops may not have a direct serial port. In this case, a rollover cable with a USB-to-serial adapter is used.

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#rollover cable#console cable#console port#out-of-band management

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