CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) — Question 567

A network technician notices the site-to-site VPN and Internet connection have not come back up at a branch office after a recent power outage. Which of the following is an out-of-band method the technician would MOST likely utilize to check the branch office's router status?

Answer options

• A. Use a modem to console into the router
• B. Walk a user through troubleshooting the connection
• C. Travel to the branch office
• D. Hire a contractor to go on-site

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because using a modem to console into the router allows the technician to access the device directly without needing the network to be operational. Options B and C rely on the network being functional, which is not the case here, and option D involves additional costs and time, making it less efficient.