Connector Types Flashcards
(23 cards)
What are the external devices connected to a computer called?
Peripherals.
What is the main function of USB connectors?
Transfer data and power to devices connected to a computer.
What are the three generations of USB type A connectors?
- USB 2.0
- USB 3.0
- USB 3.1
What is the transfer speed of USB 2.0?
480 Mbps.
What color is the USB 3.0 port on a computer?
Blue.
What is the transfer speed of USB 3.1?
10 Gbps.
What does it mean for USB ports to be backwards compatible?
A USB port can connect any of the three generations of USB type A connectors.
What is a Micro USB used for?
Found on many non-Apple cellphones, tablets, and other portable devices.
What is the advantage of USB-C connectors?
Reversible connector that can carry significantly more power and transfer data at 20 Gbps.
What protocol does USB4 use?
Thunderbolt 3 protocol.
What is a Lightning Port?
A connector exclusive to Apple used for charging and connecting devices.
What does POTS stand for?
Plain Old Telephone Service.
What type of connector is used for POTS?
RJ-11.
What does DSL provide access to?
High-speed networks or the internet through telephone lines.
What type of connector is used with ethernet cables?
RJ-45.
What type of connector is commonly used with cable modems?
F type connector.
What do fiber-optic cables allow for?
Higher-bandwidth communication.
What are DB89 connectors used for?
Older peripherals like keyboards, mice, and joysticks.
What do Molex connectors provide power to?
Drives or devices inside the computer.
What is a punch down block?
A terminal strip used to connect telephone or data lines.
True or False: USB connectors are the least common connector type.
False.
Fill in the blank: Punch down blocks are used to connect _______.
telephone or data lines.
What is a key takeaway for IT professionals regarding connectors?
They need to be familiar with cables and connectors used to attach peripheral devices to computers.
