CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1001) — Question 361

A technician deployed a new computer and patched the unit to the data jack. However, no Ethernet connection is detected. The technician suspects the patch panel is incorrectly numbered. Which of the following tools will the technician MOST likely use to locate the jack on the patch panel?

Answer options

• A. A multimeter
• B. A tone generator and a probe
• C. A loopback plug
• D. A cable tester

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The most suitable tool for identifying the correct jack on the patch panel is a tone generator and a probe, as it allows the technician to send a signal through the cable and trace it at the patch panel. A multimeter is used for measuring electrical properties, a loopback plug is used for testing network ports, and a cable tester checks the integrity of cables but is not designed for tracing connections.