CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) — Question 317

A technician needs to determine where a printer is connected on a patch panel. Which of the following is the best tool for the technician to use to locate the port?

Answer options

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The toner probe is specifically designed to trace and identify cables and their connections, making it the best choice for locating a printer's port on a patch panel. The loopback plug is used for testing network interfaces, not for tracing cables. A cable tester checks the integrity of cables but does not help in identifying specific ports. A WiFi analyzer is used for wireless networks and is irrelevant to locating wired connections.