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Windows IP Configuration Troubleshooting Quiz

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What does it mean if the Windows reports 'Limited connectivity' for a network adapter?

The adapter is using an invalid IP address

The adapter is not physically connected to the network

The adapter is experiencing a hardware failure

The adapter is set to obtain an address automatically, but no DHCP server can be contacted (correct)

How does Windows determine 'No Internet access' for a network adapter?

By pinging the local network

By attempting a connection to www.msftncsi.com and checking DNS resolution (correct)

By checking the default gateway (router) configuration

By checking the network adapter driver version

Where can you view IP configuration information in Windows?

Network & Internet settings or the adapter's status dialog (correct)

Control Panel

Device Manager

Windows Update settings

What does the 'ipconfig' command display when used without switches?

IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway (router) for all network adapters Signup and view all the answers

What can ipconfig resolve related to adapter configuration?

Whether the adapter is configured with a static address or by DHCP Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ipconfig /release' command do?

It releases the IP address obtained from a DHCP server Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'ipconfig /renew' command?

To force a DHCP client to renew the lease it has for an IP address Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ipconfig /displaydns' command do?

It displays the DNS resolver cache Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'ipconfig /flushdns' command?

It clears the DNS resolver cache Signup and view all the answers

What information does the 'hostname' command return?

The name configured on the local machine Signup and view all the answers

What does the Network Reset command do in Windows?

Clears any custom adapter configurations and network connections Signup and view all the answers

When is restarting a server warranted?

If the problem is widespread Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Network Connectivity Issues

'Limited connectivity' means Windows detects a network connection but no internet access.

Determining No Internet Access

Windows determines 'No Internet access' by checking DNS resolution and pinging well-known internet hosts.

Viewing IP Configuration

IP configuration information can be viewed in Windows via the Command Prompt command 'ipconfig' or the Network and Sharing Center.

ipconfig Command

The 'ipconfig' command displays IP configuration information, including IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS servers, when used without switches.
ipconfig resolves adapter configuration issues, such as releasing and renewing IP addresses.

ipconfig Options

'ipconfig /release' releases the IP address, disconnecting from the network.
'ipconfig /renew' renews the IP address, requesting a new IP address from the DHCP server.
'ipconfig /displaydns' displays the DNS resolver cache.
'ipconfig /flushdns' clears the DNS resolver cache.

Hostname Command

The 'hostname' command returns the hostname of the local computer.

Network Reset

The Network Reset command in Windows resets network adapters, removing and reinstalling them, and resets network settings to their default values.

Server Restart

Restarting a server is warranted when troubleshooting complex network issues or after making significant network configuration changes.

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Test your knowledge of troubleshooting IP configuration issues on Windows with this quiz. Learn about error states, network adapter settings, and how to resolve limited connectivity issues.