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220-1202 Practice Question: A technician is updating the documentation for a…
A technician is updating the documentation for a network printer that was moved to a different floor. The technician updates the asset tag in the inventory system. Which additional documentation should the technician also update to ensure accurate records?
⚠ Common exam trap
CompTIA often tests the distinction between operational documentation (network diagrams, rack layouts, IP address management) and administrative or policy documents (user manuals, warranties, acceptable use policies) to see if candidates understand which records are directly impacted by a physical move.
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Why each option matters
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The network diagram showing device locations and connections
When a network printer is moved to a different floor, its physical location and network connectivity change. The network diagram is the authoritative document that records device locations, switch ports, IP addresses, and cabling paths. Updating it ensures that troubleshooting, asset tracking, and future moves remain accurate, directly supporting change management and documentation best practices.
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The user manual for the printer
Why it's wrong here
The user manual for a printer primarily contains operational instructions, troubleshooting guides, and specifications relevant to the device's functionality, not its specific network integration or physical placement within a particular network topology. Relocating a printer does not alter its fundamental operational manual, as this document is generic to the model and does not include site-specific network configuration details like IP addresses, subnet masks, or switch port assignments which would necessitate an update.
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The network diagram showing device locations and connections
Why this is correct
The network diagram is a critical piece of documentation that visually represents the physical and logical topology of a network, including the precise location of devices, their connections to switches, routers, and other infrastructure components, and often their assigned IP addresses or VLANs. When a device like a printer is moved, the diagram must be updated to reflect its new physical placement, the specific network port it now utilizes, and any associated cabling changes, ensuring accurate records for troubleshooting, security audits, and future network planning. This ensures technicians can quickly locate and manage the device.
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The company’s acceptable use policy
Why it's wrong here
The company’s acceptable use policy (AUP) is a policy document that outlines the rules and guidelines for how employees and other authorized users may utilize the organization's IT resources, including network access, email, and internet usage. It focuses on user behavior, ethical conduct, and security responsibilities, rather than the physical or logical configuration of network hardware. Therefore, a change in a device's physical location has no bearing on the content or enforcement of the AUP.
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The printer’s warranty information
Why it's wrong here
The printer’s warranty information details the terms and conditions of the manufacturer's guarantee, covering repairs, replacements, and service agreements for hardware defects or failures within a specified period. This documentation is tied to the purchase and serial number of the device, not its operational deployment or physical placement within a network. Moving a printer from one location to another does not alter its warranty status or the associated contractual obligations.
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