CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) — Question 664

A department manager submits a help desk ticket to request the migration of a printer's port utilization from USB to Ethernet so multiple users can access the printer. This will be a new network printer, thus a new IP address allocation is required. Which of the following should happen immediately before network use is authorized?

Answer options

• A. Document the date and time of the change.
• B. Submit a change request form.
• C. Determine the risk level of this change.
• D. Request an unused IP address.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

Assessing the change's risk level is crucial to ensure that potential impacts are understood before proceeding with the migration. Documenting changes, submitting requests, and obtaining IP addresses are important steps, but they come after understanding the risks involved in the modification.