Networking and Operating Systems

Network+,  Lesson 3.3: Switch Port Configuration  – TestOut

Exam Objectives Covered: 

  • 2.2 Given a scenario, configure switching technologies and features. 
  • 5.3 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common issues with network services.

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Overview:

Switch ports have a number of additional configuration parameters that solve common network infrastructure problems, such as making more bandwidth available, supplying power to devices, and building a loop free mesh or partial mesh topology. 

Text Lessons:

  • 3.3.3 Spanning Tree Protocol

Text and Video Lessons:

  • 3.3.1 Link Aggregation and NIC Teaming (2:51 minutes) 
  • 3.3.2 Maximum Transmission Unit (2:38 minutes) 
  • 3.3.4 Spanning Tree Protocol Configuration (2:38 minutes) 
  • 3.3.5 Power Over Ethernet (2:34 minutes) 

Lab/Activity:

  • 3.3.6 Lab: Configure Port Aggregation 
  • 3.3.7 Lab: Enable Jumbo Frame Support 
  • 3.3.8 Lab: Configure PoE   

Quiz/Assessment:

  • 3.3.9 Lesson Review (15 questions) 

Topics Discussed:

  • What are the benefits of link aggregation? 
  • Why would you consider configuring switches in your network to handle jumbo frames? 
  • What are the options and benefits of integrating PoE devices in your network? 
  • What protocol can be used to prevent looping and broadcast storms in your network, and how does it work?  

Assignment:

  1. Access the TestOut Courseware through the provided link.
  2. Study Lesson 3.3: Switch Port Configuration, and complete the 3.3.6 Lab: Configure Port Aggregation, 3.3.7 Lab: Enable Jumbo Frame Support and 3.3.8 Lab: Configure PoE and the 15 question 3.3.9 Lesson Review Exam to complete the Section.

Assigned: February 10th, 2025
Teacher Pacing Due Date: February 11th, 2025