Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) Practice Exam

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If an AV system requires a VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network), what should the AV professional communicate to their IT counterparts?

The estimated cost of the VLAN setup
Why the VLAN is necessary
A list of network devices that would be connected
The expected bandwidth requirement of the AV system

The correct answer is: Why the VLAN is necessary

Communicating why the VLAN is necessary is crucial for aligning the AV system's requirements with the IT infrastructure. This rationale ensures that the IT team understands the specific needs of the AV system, such as the separation of traffic for performance, security, or reliability purposes. A clear explanation helps facilitate collaboration between the AV team and the IT department, allowing both teams to work together towards a common goal—ensuring that the AV system operates effectively within the broader network. While discussing cost, connected devices, and expected bandwidth are important considerations in the planning stages, they stem from the foundational understanding of why a VLAN is needed. By emphasizing the necessity of the VLAN, the AV professional sets the stage for those subsequent discussions, ensuring that the IT team recognizes the importance of implementing the VLAN in a way that effectively meets the AV system's needs.