Network Devices Flashcards
What are the types of network devices?
Hub Bridge Switch Modem Router Firewall
What are the types of hub?
Passive
Active (amplifies signal)
Managed
Unmanaged
What does a switch do intelligently?
Forwards traffic based on MAC address
Which connections does a firewall split into?
Internal
External
DMZ
What is EoP vs PoE?
EoP - Ethernet over power
PoE - Power over ethernet
What does a crimper do?
Connects cables to connectors
What does a stripper do?
Take outer covering off cables to access internal wiring
What does a multimeter do?
Measure power
What does a Tone gen and probe?
Generates signal in a wire and listens for signal
What does a cable tester do?
Tests if a cable works
What is a loopback plug?
Takes signal and echoes it back to a device
What is a punchdown tool?
Takes wires and inserts them into specific positions
