Which of the following is used to terminate a Cat5 cable in a wiring closet?
A.
A multimeter
B.
A wire crimper
C.
An optical tester
D.
A punch down tool
Explanation:
A cable in a wire closet is terminated by inserting the individual wires into an IDC (insulation displacement connector). IDCs make contact by cutting through, or displacing, the insulation around a single wire. A punch down tool is used to insert the wire in the IDC.
Incorrect Answers:
A: A multimeter is a device that is used to measure voltages and resistances in electronic components. It is not used to terminate DSL lines.
B: A wire crimper is used to attach connectors to network cables by using pressure to press some kind of metal teeth into the inner conductors of the cable.
C: An optical tester is a device that measures the quality of strength of light signals passing through an optical cable.
References:
David Groth and Dan Newland, A+ Complete Study Guide (2nd Edition), Sybex, Alameda CA, 2001, pp. 30-34.
David Groth and Toby Skandier, Network+ Study Guide (4th Edition), Sybex, Alameda CA, 2005, pp. 270, 271-272.