Welcome to the Computer Science and Technology Study Materials section from CoreNetworkZ EdTech Solutions for students preparing for SSC, DSSSB, and Kerala PSC examinations. Today, I will explain the concept of Power cycling.
How does This Study Material help PSC, SSC, and DSSSB Aspirants?
SSC, DSSSB, and Kerala PSC conduct examinations for various IT posts. The concept of a 'Power Cycle' is a fundamental troubleshooting step frequently asked in Computer Assistant, System Analyst, and Scientific Assistant exams.
Kerala PSC Degree Level examinations have a Computer Science section where students can expect questions about Power Cycling.
You can check the Kerala PSC Degree Level Common Prelims Syllabus under the Computer Science section. I recommend you download the syllabus using this official link.
Reference: https://www.keralapsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/2021-02/syllubus.pdf
How to Power Cycle a Modem or Router?
Let us check how to power cycle a modem/router. Power cycling is the process of turning off and on devices in a systematic order. To do it, follow the instructions provided below.
Disconnect Power from your Modem /Router (unplug the Power Cable)
Wait 30 seconds
Reconnect the Power supply
Wait for one minute and ensure the active LED lights on the device are not blinking (Power light, Internet light, etc. ).
Power Cycle A Computer Network
If you are appearing for the System Analyst post from SSC or PSC, they might ask you this question. The process is simple.
Unplug the Power Cable from the Modem.
Unplug the Power Cable from the Router.
Wait for one minute, then connect the power cable.
Power on the Router and wait till the lights are steady on the Router (the WAN light will not light as the Modem is not on).
Power on the Modem and wait till all modem lights are on and steady.
Reference
- https://www.keralapsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/2021-02/syllubus.pdf
- https://community.cisco.com/t5/switching/switch-manual-power-cycle/td-p/4927390
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Is power cycle a modem equal to set the modem ?
ReplyDeleteNo. Power Cycle a Modem is different from resetting a modem. To read more about resetting a modem, click on the link below.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.corenetworkz.com/2010/06/how-to-reset-router-or-modem-hard-reset.html
Can I use the same method to power cycle my Linksys router?
ReplyDeleteThanks it worked
ReplyDeleteThanks buddy. It really helped me a lot.
ReplyDeleteDoes unplug the power cable of modem/router have the same effect of turning off power?(the power cable still plugged tho)
ReplyDelete@Elizabeth,
ReplyDeleteTheoretically it has the same effect but in technician's point of view, unplug the power chord is better.
Hey I have a problem the internet dot is not blinking like the other ones.why and what should I do to resolve this!!???
ReplyDeleteMy email thugboltt@gmail.com or jyestchav@gmail.com PLEASE answer or reply in the comments
@Thugbolt,
ReplyDeleteIs it just the internet LED issue or don't you able to access Internet ?