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220-1101 / 1102 Domain 5: Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

Workstation gets APIPA 169.254.x.x address. Cause?

Multiple choice — select one answer

Answer choices

  1. a. Test with known-good cable and switch port
  2. b. Roll back the driver and test RAM with a memory diagnostic
  3. c. DHCP unreachable or failed lease
  4. d. DNS failure or misconfiguration

Architectural breakdown & explanation

APIPA indicates no DHCP offer received.

Correct answer(s): c. DHCP unreachable or failed lease

Exam domain: Domain 5: Hardware and Network Troubleshooting (29% weight on the official guide).

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