Network TroubleshootingQuestion 83 of 100
Which tool would a technician use to verify that a newly terminated Ethernet cable has correct pinouts and no opens or shorts?
a.Tone generator
b.Cable tester
c.Loopback plug
d.Spectrum analyzer
Explanation
A cable tester checks continuity, correct pin mapping, and faults such as opens, shorts, or miswires on a terminated cable. It confirms the termination follows the intended standard. A tone generator, by contrast, helps trace and locate cables.
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