CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) — Question 504

A technician needs to connect two routers using copper cables. Which of the following cables would utilize both the TIA/EIA 568a and TIA/EIA 568b standards?

Answer options

• A. Cat5 crossover
• B. Cat5e straight-through
• C. Cat5e rollover
• D. Cat6 console
• E. Cat6a straight-through

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, Cat5 crossover, as it is specifically designed to connect two similar devices like routers using both wiring standards. The other options, such as B and E, are straight-through cables used for connecting different devices, while C is a rollover cable meant for console connections, and D is also not applicable for router-to-router connections.