Huawei Certified ICT Associate – Storage (HCIA-Storage) — Question 64

A user is having intermittent problems connecting to their shared network storage. A network technician is able to determine that there is a problem within the network cabling in between the workstation and the switch. All other users are able to connect successfully to the network. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause?

Answer options

• A. Cable is not connected at the patch panel.
• B. Cable has been cut somewhere within the wall.
• C. Patch cable is a crossover cable instead of straight-through.
• D. Crosstalk and interference are occurring.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because crosstalk and interference can disrupt the signal quality, leading to intermittent connectivity issues. Options A and B suggest physical disconnections that would likely cause complete outages, while option C implies a wiring type issue that would not typically result in intermittent problems.