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220-801 · Question #600

A technician must replace a 10/100 NIC in a Windows XP PC. The failed NIC is no longer available and a substitute 1 GB NIC will be used. Which of the following MUST be performed to accomplish the…

The correct answer is A. The drivers for the new 1 GB NIC must be installed. Whenever you install a new device, you have to install its drivers so that it can work optimally. For 1GB NIC, install the latest drivers available.

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Question

A technician must replace a 10/100 NIC in a Windows XP PC. The failed NIC is no longer available and a substitute 1 GB NIC will be used. Which of the following MUST be performed to accomplish the task?

Options

  • AThe drivers for the new 1 GB NIC must be installed.
  • BThe NIC speed cannot exceed 10/100 and the PC must support digitally signed drivers.
  • CThe PC must be rated to support the 1 GB NIC speed.
  • DThe network cable must also be upgraded.

How the community answered

(24 responses)
  • A
    88% (21)
  • C
    8% (2)
  • D
    4% (1)

Explanation

Whenever you install a new device, you have to install its drivers so that it can work optimally. For 1GB NIC, install the latest drivers available.

Topics

#NIC#device drivers#hardware replacement#network adapter

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