300-425 Question 162
Single answerAn enterprise network engineer is designing a wireless deployment for a new office building. The deployment requires external antennas for some access points due to specific coverage needs in certain areas. The engineer must decide on the correct type of connector for the antennas to ensure compatibility with the access points. Which connector type is most commonly used in enterprise-grade Cisco access points for external antennas?
- A
RP-TNC
- B
SMA
- C
N-Type
- D
BNC
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Cisco enterprise-grade access points commonly utilize RP-TNC connectors for external antennas due to their design, reliability, and compatibility with Wi-Fi deployments. Understanding connector types is critical for ensuring proper hardware selection and deployment in wireless networks.
- A. Correct.
RP-TNC (Reverse Polarity TNC) connectors are the most commonly used connectors for external antennas in enterprise-grade Cisco access points. They provide a secure connection and are specifically designed to meet the requirements of Wi-Fi deployments.
- B. Incorrect.
SMA connectors are used in some wireless applications but are not standard for Cisco enterprise access points' external antennas.
- C. Incorrect.
N-Type connectors are typically used in outdoor or industrial-grade deployments rather than in standard enterprise indoor environments.
- D. Incorrect.
BNC connectors are not used in Wi-Fi applications and are more common in coaxial video or legacy networking setups.