CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005) — Question 47

A technician is connecting a server's secondary NIC to a separate network. The technician connects the cable to the switch but then does not see any link lights on the NIC. The technician confirms there is nothing wrong on the network or with the physical connection. Which of the following should the technician perform
NEXT?

Answer options

• A. Restart the server
• B. Configure the network on the server
• C. Enable the port on the server
• D. Check the DHCP configuration

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as enabling the port on the server is necessary to establish a connection. If the port is disabled, it will not transmit or receive data, hence the absence of link lights. Options A, B, and D do not directly address the immediate issue of the NIC not connecting to the network.