DATA LINK LAYER WIRED NETWORKS
WIRED LANS ETHERNET PROTOCOL
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Question
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What is the auto-MDIX feature?
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It enables a device to automatically configure an interface to use a straight-through or a crossover cable.
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It enables a device to automatically configure the duplex settings of a segment.
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It enables a device to automatically configure the speed of its interface.
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It enables a switch to dynamically select the forwarding method.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Explanation: The auto-MDIX enables a switch to use a crossover or a straight-through Ethernet cable to connect to a device regardless of the device on the other end of the connection.
Detailed explanation-2: -Explanation: Auto-MDIX is a feature that is enabled on the latest Cisco switches and that allows the switch to detect and use whatever type of cable is attached to a specific port.
Detailed explanation-3: -When auto-MDIX is enabled, the interface automatically detects the required cable connection type (straight-through or crossover) and configures the connection appropriately.
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