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220-1101 · Question #571

220-1101 Question #571: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is B: Serial. A serial cable is a type of cable that can be used to connect devices that use serial communication, which is a method of sending data one bit at a time over a single wire. Serial cables are often used for console access to network devices, such as routers, switches, firewalls, o

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An administrator is replacing a cable that uses a DB9 connector. Which of the following cables is the administrator replacing?

Options

  • AParallel
  • BSerial
  • COptical
  • DUSB

Explanation

A serial cable is a type of cable that can be used to connect devices that use serial communication, which is a method of sending data one bit at a time over a single wire. Serial cables are often used for console access to network devices, such as routers, switches, firewalls, or servers, when other methods of connection, such as SSH (Secure Shell), are not available or not working. A DB9 connector is a type of connector that has nine pins and is commonly used for serial cables. DB stands for D-subminiature, which is a family of connectors that have a D-shaped metal shield and different numbers of pins. DB9 connectors are also known as DE-9 connectors, as they belong to the E size category of D-subminiature connectors. DB9 connectors can support various serial standards, such as RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485.

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#DB9 connector#Serial cable#Cable types

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