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What are two indicators that a network interface card must be replaced? (Choose two.)

The correct answer is A. Connectivity problems D. Consistent link down status. A Network Interface Card (NIC) is essential for device connectivity. Two common symptoms indicating that a NIC may be faulty and require replacement are: Connectivity problems (Option A): Devices may fail to communicate with the network, showing no IP address assignment or…

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Question

What are two indicators that a network interface card must be replaced? (Choose two.)

Options

  • AConnectivity problems
  • BInability to save configurations
  • CBoot failures
  • DConsistent link down status
  • EFrequent system crashes

How the community answered

(45 responses)
  • A
    93% (42)
  • B
    4% (2)
  • C
    2% (1)

Explanation

A Network Interface Card (NIC) is essential for device connectivity. Two common symptoms indicating that a NIC may be faulty and require replacement are: Connectivity problems (Option A): Devices may fail to communicate with the network, showing no IP address assignment or inability to ping/connect to other devices. Consistent link down status (Option D): The link LED may stay off or frequently go down, even when connected to a functioning switch port with a known-good cable.

Topics

#NIC failure indicators#link down status#connectivity problems#hardware diagnostics

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