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220-1201 · Question #128

220-1201 Question #128: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is B: Cable tester. A cable tester capable of testing Power over Ethernet (PoE) functionality can verify whether the switchport is providing the required power to the phone. This tool measures both the presence of data and the voltage or wattage being provided through the Ethernet cable. This is the

Submitted by tarun92· Mar 30, 2026Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

Question

A technician is troubleshooting a PoE phone that will not turn on. When a laptop is plugged directly into the switchport for the phone the technician sees a data link LED and activity. Which of the following tools should the technician use to verify PoE availability to the phone?

Options

  • ANetwork tap
  • BCable tester
  • CLoopback plug
  • DToner probe

Explanation

A cable tester capable of testing Power over Ethernet (PoE) functionality can verify whether the switchport is providing the required power to the phone. This tool measures both the presence of data and the voltage or wattage being provided through the Ethernet cable. This is the most effective way to confirm that PoE is available on the port.

Topics

#PoE troubleshooting#Cable testers#Network troubleshooting tools

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