Chapter 2 - Network Infrastructure and Documentation

When creating network diagrams, what icon description typically represents a network switch?

An icon that is rectangular, which contains four arrows pointing in opposite directions.

A dedicated telephone switch or virtual switching device that connects and manages calls within a private organization, and manages call connections that exit the network through a VoIP gateway, is known by what term?

VoIP PBX (private branch exchange)

When planning horizontal cabling, what is the maximum allowable distance that can be used?

100 Meters

Equipment data racks most commonly are a standard width of what measurement?

19 inches

What statement accurately describes what a cable bend radius determines?

A cable bend radius is the radius of the maximum arc into which you can loop the cable without impairing data.

When creating network diagrams, what icon description typically represents a network router?

An icon that has a hockey-puck shape with two arrows pointing inward and two arrows pointing outward.

True or False: A 66 block is more suitable for data connections than the older 110 block.

False

True or false: Cable that is coated with flame-resistant polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is acceptable for use in plenum areas.

False

True or false: In a rack setup, a device called a KVM allows multiple consoles to connect to a single device on the rack.

False

What does a statement of work document do?

It documents in detail the work that must be completed for a particular object, and includes specifics such as tasks, deliverables, standards, payment schedule, and work timeline.

During termination of twisted pair cabling, what should be done to ensure minimal cross talk is introduced?

No more than 1 inch of the cable should be exposed.

What is NOT a TIA/EIA recognized cabling type that can be used for horizontal cabling?

RG-6 Coaxial

What does backbone cabling consist of?

The cables or wireless links that provide interconnection between the entrance facility and MDF, and between the MDF and IDFs.

True or false: A master service agreement (MSA) is a contract that defines the terms of future contracts between parties, such as payment terms or arbitration arrangements.

True

True or false: Each type of cable has a prescribed bend radius, which is the radius of the maximum arc into which you can loop a cable without impairing data transmission.

True

In a voice over IP setup (VoIP), what kind of device converts signals from a campus's analog phone equipment into IP data that can travel over a phone company's analog telephone lines?

VoIP gateway

What type of documentation tool is a website that can be edited by users, allowing them to add files and photos and links between pages?

Wiki

What type of diagram is a graphical representation of a network's wired infrastructure?

Wiring schematic

What is the name of the GUI front end that is available for the Nmap utility?

Zenmap

Where is a demarc located in relation to the structured cabling of an enterprise environment?

in the Main Distribution Frame (MDF)