Exam N10-009 topic 1 question 116 discussion

Isolating the fax machine into a dedicated VLAN is the most effective first step to mitigate interference and stabilize the network. This approach directly addresses the correlation between fax usage and network disruption.

D. Configure a VLAN. Explanation: The issue described suggests that the fax machine, which is likely generating a high amount of traffic or interference, is causing disruption to other devices on the same network segment. In this case, placing the fax machine on a separate VLAN can help isolate it from other devices and prevent it from interfering with regular network traffic.

D Configure a VLAN The fax machine's network traffic could be causing interference or broadcast issues that disrupt other devices on the same network. By configuring a VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network), the engineer can isolate the traffic from the fax machine onto its own separate network segment, preventing it from affecting other devices.

A run a new Cat 5 Line is correct.

A. Run a new Cat 5 line, Intermittent connection issues when a fax machine (often analog and potentially connected through a VoIP adapter or similar setup) is in use suggest possible interference or crosstalk on the current cable. Running a new, dedicated Cat 5 line for the fax machine would isolate it from the rest of the network traffic on the switch, reducing interference and connection problems. This is a straightforward approach to eliminate potential issues with shared cabling or interference.