WorksheetsWLAN Configuration Quiz
Total questions: 34
Worksheet time: 17mins
What action should a user take to prevent neighbors from discovering their wireless network?
Configure a DNS server.
Enable WPA encryption.
Disable SSID broadcast.
Configure DMZ settings.
What type of IP addressing is typically used on devices in a small office wireless network?
Public
Private
Wireless
Network
What should be done to help secure a newly purchased home router?
Change the default SSID.
Set a private IPv4 network.
Allow only IPv6 traffic.
Change the default administrator password.
Which protocol is used to monitor devices like a wireless LAN controller?
SNMP
PAT
NTP
SSH
What must be created on a Cisco 3500 series WLC before creating a new WLAN?
A security module
A new SSID
A security policy
A VLAN for the wireless network
What is a DHCP scope in relation to a WLAN on a WLC?
The distance for wireless clients
A corporate plan for IP address allocation
Security rules associated with DHCP
A pool of IP addresses for WLAN clients
Why would a technician configure a passphrase for a WLAN?
To protect the SSID from being changed
To protect someone from cabling directly to the router
To protect someone from changing the configuration
To configure wireless client authentication
What could cause degraded wireless performance when a microwave is in use?
The access point is on the same electrical circuit.
The cordless phone shares the available bandwidth.
The surge of electricity disrupts the access point.
The wireless signal is in the same frequency range.
What functionality is required on routers for remote VoIP and videoconferencing?
VPN
QoS
IPsec
PPPoE
What does the IP address 192.168.0.1 on a wireless router indicate?
Dynamic IP address allocation is configured.
The router has a factory default IP address.
The NAT function is not working.
The router uses frequencies on channel 1.
Which two troubleshooting steps should be taken first if a laptop cannot connect to a wireless access point?
Ensure the laptop antenna is attached.
Ensure the NIC is configured for the proper frequency.
Ensure the wireless SSID is chosen.
Ensure the wireless NIC is enabled.
What must be enabled on a router for devices to access the internet using private IP addresses?
QoS
NAT
MAC filtering
UPnP
What is a key difference between autonomous APs and controller-based APs?
Autonomous APs require a WLAN controller.
Autonomous APs do not support PoE.
Controller-based APs require no initial configuration.
Controller-based APs are standalone devices.
Which WLC tab provides a summary view of the most heavily used WLANs?
Commands
Controller
Monitor
WLANs
What can be done to improve wireless performance on an 802.11n network?
Switch to an 802.11g AP.
Split traffic between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.
Change the authentication method.
Set the AP to mixed mode.
What is the first security setting to apply when connecting a wireless router?
Enable MAC address filtering.
Change the default administrative username.
Disable SSID broadcast.
Enable encryption on the router.
What is an easy way to improve wireless performance on an 802.11n router?
Use the same SSID for all bands.
Connect a Wi-Fi range extender.
Require all devices to use 802.11g.
Use different SSID names for the bands.
Which menu option on a Cisco 3504 WLC provides an overview of configured wireless networks?
Network Summary
Access Points
Advanced
Rogues
Which protocol is used to monitor a network?
SNMP
RADIUS
LWAPP
WLC
What service on a wireless router allows a host with a private IP to access the internet?
QoS
NAT
DNS
DHCP
Which service can prioritize email over web data traffic on some routers?
QoS
DNS
NAT
DHCP
What must be done before creating a new WLAN on a Cisco 3500 series WLC?
Build or have an SNMP server available.
Build or have a RADIUS server available.
Create a new VLAN interface.
Create a new SSID.
Which frequency band should users with time-sensitive applications connect to?
The 2.4 GHz band.
Neither band.
Both bands equally.
The 5 GHz band.
What is the purpose of the shared secret password for a RADIUS server?
To allow users to access the WLAN.
To encrypt messages between the WLC and server.
To authenticate and encrypt user data.
To authenticate WLAN users.
Which type of WLAN extends coverage using a few APs controlled by a smartphone app?
Lightweight access point (LWAP)
Wi-Fi Extender
Wireless Mesh Network (WMN)
Wireless LAN Controller (WLC)
What is the main benefit of disabling SSID broadcast?
It reduces interference.
It improves network speed.
It allows for easier management.
It prevents unauthorized access.
What is the recommended practice for IP addressing in a small office?
Use dynamic IP addresses only.
Use public IP addresses.
Use private IP addresses.
Use static IP addresses only.
What is the main purpose of changing the default administrator password on a router?
To prevent unauthorized access.
To configure the router.
To enable remote access.
To improve network speed.
What is the role of QoS in a network?
To manage IP address allocation.
To secure the network.
To prioritize certain types of traffic.
To monitor network performance.
What is the function of NAT in a wireless router?
To assign IP addresses to devices.
To encrypt data.
To convert private IP addresses to public ones.
To monitor network traffic.
What is the benefit of using a VLAN interface on a WLC?
To monitor traffic.
To improve network speed.
To secure the network.
To manage multiple WLANs.
What is the main advantage of using a wireless mesh network?
Easier setup and configuration.
Better security.
Higher speeds.
More reliable connections.
What is the purpose of a security policy on a WLC?
To monitor network performance.
To configure VLANs.
To assign IP addresses.
To manage user access.
What is the main reason for using a passphrase in WLAN security?
To manage network traffic.
To prevent unauthorized access.
To authenticate users.
To encrypt data.