A network administrator installs a node that requires a media converter to connect Ethernet to fiber but sees no link light on the node. The administrator notices the following: β’ Both terminating points are properly seated. β’ Both the fiber and Ethernet cables have been successfully tested. β’ The media converter is turned on. β’ The switchport is configured as half duplex. Which of the following is the reason the link light is not on?
- AThe TX/RX connection is transposed. (correct answer)
- BThe switchport is misconfigured.
- COne of the cables has a short.
- DThe switchport interface has errors.
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The correct answer is A. Option A: The TX/RX connection is transposed.