Cable Troubleshooting Strategies PDF

2.6.9 Cable Troubleshooting Strategies Cable Troubleshooting Strategies Sometimes, cables will fail. Your job will be to troubleshoot connection issues and find the root cause. This can happen for many different reasons. Common issues to network...

2.6.9 Cable Troubleshooting Strategies Cable Troubleshooting Strategies Sometimes, cables will fail. Your job will be to troubleshoot connection issues and find the root cause. This can happen for many different reasons. Common issues to network connections include physical damage to the cable, loose connections, interference from other devices, and issues with the network adapter or drivers. Let's look at steps we can take to troubleshoot cable issues: 1. Physical Inspection Check the cable for any visible damage such as cuts, kinks, or severe bends. Ensure that the connectors are not damaged and are securely plugged into the network device and the computer. 2. Reseat the Cable Unplug the cable from both ends and then plug it back in. This can resolve loose connection issues. 3. Verify Drivers If the problem persists, the issue could be the drivers or a physical problem with the network adapter. Open Device Manager on your computer, find your network adapter in the list, and check if it's working properly. If it is not working correctly, you may need to update the drivers or replace the network adapter. Copyright © The Computing Technology Industry Association, Inc. All rights reserved.