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220-1201 Practice Question: A technician is setting up a new tablet for a…
A technician is setting up a new tablet for a sales team member who travels frequently. The user needs to access the internet via cellular data and also connect to a Bluetooth headset. What should the technician configure first?
⚠ Common exam trap
The 220-1201 exam often tests the misconception that Bluetooth pairing must be done before cellular configuration because it 'requires a stable connection,' when in fact Bluetooth is a short-range, peer-to-peer radio that operates independently of cellular data provisioning.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Insert the SIM card and configure the cellular APN settings.
The tablet must first have cellular connectivity established before any other network-dependent features can function. Inserting the SIM card and configuring the Access Point Name (APN) settings is the prerequisite step because the APN defines the gateway between the cellular network and the internet, including required authentication and packet data protocol (PDP) context parameters. Without a correctly configured APN, the tablet cannot obtain an IP address or route data over the cellular carrier's network, making Bluetooth headset pairing or Wi-Fi settings irrelevant for internet access.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Enable airplane mode to prevent interference.
Why it's wrong here
Enabling airplane mode is incorrect because it intentionally disables all wireless communication radios, including cellular, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. This action would prevent the tablet from accessing any network, making it impossible to configure cellular data or connect to the internet, which is a fundamental step in setting up a new device. Preventing interference is not the primary concern during initial setup; establishing connectivity is.
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Insert the SIM card and configure the cellular APN settings.
Why this is correct
This is the correct initial step for establishing cellular data connectivity on a new tablet. A Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card authenticates the device to the cellular network, while Access Point Name (APN) settings provide the necessary configuration details for the tablet to connect to the carrier's data network. Without both a valid SIM and correctly configured APN settings, the tablet cannot access the internet via cellular data, which is often a primary requirement for a new mobile device.
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Pair the Bluetooth headset first to ensure audio works.
Why it's wrong here
Pairing a Bluetooth headset is a peripheral task that is not essential for the initial setup and core functionality of a new tablet. While audio functionality is important, establishing internet connectivity, either via Wi-Fi or cellular data, is a prerequisite for many setup processes, including software updates, account synchronization, and application downloads. Bluetooth pairing can be performed at any time after the tablet has fundamental network access.
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Disable Wi-Fi to force cellular data usage.
Why it's wrong here
Disabling Wi-Fi prematurely is an incorrect step because the tablet first needs to have its cellular data capabilities properly configured. Simply disabling Wi-Fi does not automatically enable or correctly set up cellular data; it only removes one potential connection method. The technician must first ensure the SIM is installed and APN settings are correct before considering whether to prioritize cellular over Wi-Fi.
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A route is a path that data takes through a network from one device or network to another, determined by routing protocols and configured rules.
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A tablet is a portable computing device with a touchscreen interface, typically larger than a smartphone but smaller than a laptop, used for browsing, media consumption, and light productivity tasks.
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