N10-005 Question #790: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is C: 110 block. A 110 block is a wiring termination block where individual wire conductors are pressed into insulation-displacement contacts (IDCs) using a punch-down tool.

Question

Which of the following connector types would require a punch down tool to attach a network cable to it?

Options

AF-connector
BST
C110 block
DRJ-45

Explanation

A 110 block is a wiring termination block where individual wire conductors are pressed into insulation-displacement contacts (IDCs) using a punch-down tool.

Common mistakes.

A. An F-connector is used on coaxial cable and is attached by crimping or threading, not by using a punch-down tool.
B. An ST connector is a fiber optic connector terminated with epoxy/polish or pre-polished crimp methods, not a punch-down tool.
D. An RJ-45 connector is crimped onto UTP cable using a dedicated RJ-45 crimping tool, not a punch-down tool.

Concept tested. Punch-down tool use with 110 block termination

Reference. https://www.comptia.org/certifications/network

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