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220-802 · Question #830
220-802 Question #830: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is C: ipconfig /all. The ipconfig /all command in Windows displays full network adapter details including the physical MAC address (listed as Physical Address) for each adapter.
Question
A user needs to find the MAC address for a Windows computer. Which of the following is the correct command?
Options
- Aipconfig
- Bifconfig
- Cipconfig /all
- Difconfig -a
Explanation
The ipconfig /all command in Windows displays full network adapter details including the physical MAC address (listed as Physical Address) for each adapter.
Common mistakes.
- A. ipconfig without the /all flag shows only IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway - it does not display the MAC address.
- B. ifconfig is a Linux and Unix command and does not exist natively in Windows Command Prompt.
- D. ifconfig -a is also a Linux/Unix command used to show all interfaces; it is not a valid Windows command.
Concept tested. Windows command to display MAC address using ipconfig /all
Reference. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/administration/windows-commands/ipconfig
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