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N10-009 · Question #167

N10-009 Question #167: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is B: Install an access switch in the annex and run fiber to the distribution switch.. The maximum recommended length for Ethernet cable runs is 100 meters (328 feet). At 150 meters, the Cat 6 cable is too long, causing signal degradation and connectivity issues. Running fiber from the distribution switch to an access switch in the annex will allow for reliable con

Submitted by kavita_s· Mar 6, 2026Network Implementations

Question

A technician is troubleshooting a computer issue for a user who works in a new annex of an office building. The user is reporting slow speeds and intermittent connectivity. The computer is connected via a Cat 6 cable to a distribution switch that is 492ft (150m) away. Which of the following should the technician implement to correct the issue?

Options

  • AIncrease the bandwidth allocation to the computer.
  • BInstall an access switch in the annex and run fiber to the distribution switch.
  • CRun a Cat 7 cable from the computer to the distribution switch.
  • DEnable the computer to support jumbo frames.

Explanation

The maximum recommended length for Ethernet cable runs is 100 meters (328 feet). At 150 meters, the Cat 6 cable is too long, causing signal degradation and connectivity issues. Running fiber from the distribution switch to an access switch in the annex will allow for reliable connectivity over longer distances, as fiber can cover greater distances without signal loss.

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