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SG0-001 · Question #180

Which of the following cable types should be used to connect two storage arrays for replication if they are separated by a distance of 900 meters (2953 feet)?

The correct answer is D. Single-mode fiber. For connecting two storage arrays separated by 900 meters (2953 feet) for replication, single-mode fiber is the only suitable cable type.

Storage Connectivity

Question

Which of the following cable types should be used to connect two storage arrays for replication if they are separated by a distance of 900 meters (2953 feet)?

Options

  • ACAT6 Ethernet
  • BMultimode fiber
  • CTwin AX
  • DSingle-mode fiber

How the community answered

(41 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • C
    7% (3)
  • D
    90% (37)

Why each option

For connecting two storage arrays separated by 900 meters (2953 feet) for replication, single-mode fiber is the only suitable cable type.

ACAT6 Ethernet

CAT6 Ethernet copper cables have a maximum effective distance of 100 meters (328 feet) for typical networking, which is far too short for 900 meters.

BMultimode fiber

Multimode fiber is designed for shorter distances, typically up to 300-550 meters (984-1804 feet) depending on the fiber standard and speed, making it insufficient for 900 meters.

CTwin AX

Twin AX (twinaxial cable) is a direct attach copper cable primarily used for very short-distance, in-rack connections, generally limited to 10 meters, making it unsuitable for 900 meters.

DSingle-mode fiberCorrect

Single-mode fiber is engineered for long-distance data transmission, reliably supporting distances ranging from several kilometers to tens of kilometers. Its small core and use of laser light minimize signal dispersion, making it the appropriate and effective choice for high-speed connections over 900 meters.

Concept tested: Cable types and distance limitations for data transmission

Source: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/dcn/storage-networking/mds9000-series/hardware/installation/guide/install/transceiver.html

Topics

#Fiber optic cable#Single-mode fiber#Storage replication#Long-distance connectivity

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