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SK0-005 · Question #618

SK0-005 Question #618: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is A: Replace the switch optic with one that supports MMF. The server's NIC is equipped with a 50-micron optic, indicating it is designed for multimode fiber (MMF). However, the current setup uses a single-mode fiber (SMF) patch cable. To resolve the connectivity issue, the administrator should replace the switch's optic module with one

Troubleshooting

Question

A recently deployed server is experiencing significant connection issues after being plugged into the network switch. An administrator was asked to review the server configuration and finds the following: - 10Gb server NIC with 50-micron optic installed - 10m single-mode fiber patch cable to the switch - 10Gb switch interface with short-range optic installed Which of the following steps should the administrator take next?

Options

  • AReplace the switch optic with one that supports MMF
  • BReplace the server NIC with one compatible with single-mode fiber
  • CReplace the optic in the server with a short-range optic
  • DReplace the fiber cable with a 32.8ft (10m) OM4 cable

Explanation

The server's NIC is equipped with a 50-micron optic, indicating it is designed for multimode fiber (MMF). However, the current setup uses a single-mode fiber (SMF) patch cable. To resolve the connectivity issue, the administrator should replace the switch's optic module with one that supports MMF, ensuring compatibility between the server NIC and the network infrastructure.

Topics

#Fiber Optics#Network Troubleshooting#Server Connectivity#Transceivers

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