HP HPE7-A01 Practice Test 18
Question 170
An AP uplink uses native VLAN 10 on its switchport but the upstream aggregation expects native VLAN 99. Which specific corrective design step best meets the stated campus requirement?
- Configure compatible LACP participation on both ends and bundle only links with matching attributes.
- Configure supported bridge priorities to place the intended core or distribution bridge as STP root for the affected instance.
- Retain edge BPDU guard for user-facing ports and move legitimate infrastructure bridges to appropriately managed uplinks.
- Align the native VLAN to the approved design or explicitly tag the required traffic on both sides.
Explanation
Correct Answer
D:Align the native VLAN to the approved design or explicitly tag the required traffic on both sides. A native VLAN mismatch can silently classify untagged frames into different broadcast domains, even while tagged VLANs operate normally. The proposed configuration targets the stated dependency without broadening unrelated access. The decision applies to the described native vlan mismatch situation.
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A:Configure compatible LACP participation on both ends and bundle only links with matching attributes. This instead concerns lacp mode compatibility. LACP negotiation depends on both peers participating in a compatible aggregation; unrelated physical ports cannot safely imitate a bundled link. It would not implement the specifically required change. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
B:Configure supported bridge priorities to place the intended core or distribution bridge as STP root for the affected instance. This instead concerns spanning tree root and loop prevention. STP root placement is an explicit topology control; changing bridge priority can redirect paths even when all links remain physically up. It would not implement the specifically required change. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
C:Retain edge BPDU guard for user-facing ports and move legitimate infrastructure bridges to appropriately managed uplinks. This instead concerns bpdu guard on edge ports. BPDU guard protects edge ports from unintended switching devices; globally disabling it to recover one port increases loop risk. It would not implement the specifically required change. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
Question 171
An AP uplink uses native VLAN 10 on its switchport but the upstream aggregation expects native VLAN 99. Following a targeted change, which acceptance test would most directly demonstrate success?
- Verify the negotiated aggregator and active collecting or distributing member set are stable under traffic.
- Verify stable root identity, forwarding and blocking states and lower topology-change event counts.
- Verify untagged frames map to the intended VLAN and management traffic remains isolated from client networks.
- Validate the edge port rejects the unexpected bridge while authorized end devices reconnect normally.
Explanation
Correct Answer
C:Verify untagged frames map to the intended VLAN and management traffic remains isolated from client networks. A native VLAN mismatch can silently classify untagged frames into different broadcast domains, even while tagged VLANs operate normally. The result tests actual working behavior, not merely a saved configuration. The decision applies to the described native vlan mismatch situation.
Incorrect Answers
A:Verify the negotiated aggregator and active collecting or distributing member set are stable under traffic. This instead concerns lacp mode compatibility. LACP negotiation depends on both peers participating in a compatible aggregation; unrelated physical ports cannot safely imitate a bundled link. It would not establish that this function actually works. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
B:Verify stable root identity, forwarding and blocking states and lower topology-change event counts. This instead concerns spanning tree root and loop prevention. STP root placement is an explicit topology control; changing bridge priority can redirect paths even when all links remain physically up. It would not establish that this function actually works. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
D:Validate the edge port rejects the unexpected bridge while authorized end devices reconnect normally. This instead concerns bpdu guard on edge ports. BPDU guard protects edge ports from unintended switching devices; globally disabling it to recover one port increases loop risk. It would not establish that this function actually works. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
Question 172
An AP uplink uses native VLAN 10 on its switchport but the upstream aggregation expects native VLAN 99. The change fails acceptance. What is the safest targeted restoration action?
- Restore the previously compatible channel parameters and isolate any link that would otherwise create parallel paths.
- Return both trunk ends to the previously matching native VLAN and recheck untagged management reachability.
- Restore the approved bridge priorities and remove the misconfigured link if an unintended loop appears.
- Remove the unauthorized bridge and clear the guard-triggered port fault only after verifying proper edge policy.
Explanation
Correct Answer
B:Return both trunk ends to the previously matching native VLAN and recheck untagged management reachability. A native VLAN mismatch can silently classify untagged frames into different broadcast domains, even while tagged VLANs operate normally. The focused rollback restores a known safe baseline before another change attempt. The decision applies to the described native vlan mismatch situation.
Incorrect Answers
A:Restore the previously compatible channel parameters and isolate any link that would otherwise create parallel paths. This instead concerns lacp mode compatibility. LACP negotiation depends on both peers participating in a compatible aggregation; unrelated physical ports cannot safely imitate a bundled link. It would not safely roll back the relevant failed change. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
C:Restore the approved bridge priorities and remove the misconfigured link if an unintended loop appears. This instead concerns spanning tree root and loop prevention. STP root placement is an explicit topology control; changing bridge priority can redirect paths even when all links remain physically up. It would not safely roll back the relevant failed change. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
D:Remove the unauthorized bridge and clear the guard-triggered port fault only after verifying proper edge policy. This instead concerns bpdu guard on edge ports. BPDU guard protects edge ports from unintended switching devices; globally disabling it to recover one port increases loop risk. It would not safely roll back the relevant failed change. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
Question 173
A campus closet has an untagged management subnet appear in a user VLAN after a new trunk was installed with inconsistent native VLAN IDs. Before implementing a remedy, what should the engineer check first?
- Review native VLAN settings and untagged ingress or egress classification on both connected trunk interfaces.
- Review local and peer LACP mode, system IDs and member negotiation state.
- Review spanning-tree root bridge IDs, priorities, path costs and instance membership.
- Review the access port's BPDU guard event, edge designation and the connected device's actual role.
Explanation
Correct Answer
A:Review native VLAN settings and untagged ingress or egress classification on both connected trunk interfaces. A native VLAN mismatch can silently classify untagged frames into different broadcast domains, even while tagged VLANs operate normally. The evidence check isolates the relevant prerequisite before a disruptive change. The decision applies to the described native vlan mismatch situation.
Incorrect Answers
B:Review local and peer LACP mode, system IDs and member negotiation state. This instead concerns lacp mode compatibility. LACP negotiation depends on both peers participating in a compatible aggregation; unrelated physical ports cannot safely imitate a bundled link. It does not isolate the cause of the stated incident. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
C:Review spanning-tree root bridge IDs, priorities, path costs and instance membership. This instead concerns spanning tree root and loop prevention. STP root placement is an explicit topology control; changing bridge priority can redirect paths even when all links remain physically up. It does not isolate the cause of the stated incident. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
D:Review the access port's BPDU guard event, edge designation and the connected device's actual role. This instead concerns bpdu guard on edge ports. BPDU guard protects edge ports from unintended switching devices; globally disabling it to recover one port increases loop risk. It does not isolate the cause of the stated incident. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
Question 174
A campus closet has an untagged management subnet appear in a user VLAN after a new trunk was installed with inconsistent native VLAN IDs. After the root cause is confirmed, which narrowly scoped configuration action should be selected?
- Set up compatible LACP participation on both ends and bundle only links with matching attributes.
- Set up supported bridge priorities to place the intended core or distribution bridge as STP root for the affected instance.
- Keep edge BPDU guard for user-facing ports and move legitimate infrastructure bridges to appropriately managed uplinks.
- Match the native VLAN to the approved design or explicitly tag the required traffic on both sides.
Explanation
Correct Answer
D:Match the native VLAN to the approved design or explicitly tag the required traffic on both sides. A native VLAN mismatch can silently classify untagged frames into different broadcast domains, even while tagged VLANs operate normally. The proposed configuration targets the stated dependency without broadening unrelated access. The decision applies to the described native vlan mismatch situation.
Incorrect Answers
A:Set up compatible LACP participation on both ends and bundle only links with matching attributes. This instead concerns lacp mode compatibility. LACP negotiation depends on both peers participating in a compatible aggregation; unrelated physical ports cannot safely imitate a bundled link. It would not implement the specifically required change. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
B:Set up supported bridge priorities to place the intended core or distribution bridge as STP root for the affected instance. This instead concerns spanning tree root and loop prevention. STP root placement is an explicit topology control; changing bridge priority can redirect paths even when all links remain physically up. It would not implement the specifically required change. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
C:Keep edge BPDU guard for user-facing ports and move legitimate infrastructure bridges to appropriately managed uplinks. This instead concerns bpdu guard on edge ports. BPDU guard protects edge ports from unintended switching devices; globally disabling it to recover one port increases loop risk. It would not implement the specifically required change. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
Question 175
A campus closet has an untagged management subnet appear in a user VLAN after a new trunk was installed with inconsistent native VLAN IDs. A deployment job reports success. Which observed result would actually validate the affected service?
- Confirm the negotiated aggregator and active collecting or distributing member set are stable under traffic.
- Confirm stable root identity, forwarding and blocking states and lower topology-change event counts.
- Confirm untagged frames map to the intended VLAN and management traffic remains isolated from client networks.
- Validate the edge port rejects the unexpected bridge while authorized end devices reconnect normally for the affected campus deployment.
Explanation
Correct Answer
C:Confirm untagged frames map to the intended VLAN and management traffic remains isolated from client networks. A native VLAN mismatch can silently classify untagged frames into different broadcast domains, even while tagged VLANs operate normally. The result tests actual working behavior, not merely a saved configuration. The decision applies to the described native vlan mismatch situation.
Incorrect Answers
A:Confirm the negotiated aggregator and active collecting or distributing member set are stable under traffic. This instead concerns lacp mode compatibility. LACP negotiation depends on both peers participating in a compatible aggregation; unrelated physical ports cannot safely imitate a bundled link. It would not establish that this function actually works. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
B:Confirm stable root identity, forwarding and blocking states and lower topology-change event counts. This instead concerns spanning tree root and loop prevention. STP root placement is an explicit topology control; changing bridge priority can redirect paths even when all links remain physically up. It would not establish that this function actually works. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
D:Validate the edge port rejects the unexpected bridge while authorized end devices reconnect normally for the affected campus deployment. This instead concerns bpdu guard on edge ports. BPDU guard protects edge ports from unintended switching devices; globally disabling it to recover one port increases loop risk. It would not establish that this function actually works. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
Question 176
A campus closet has an untagged management subnet appear in a user VLAN after a new trunk was installed with inconsistent native VLAN IDs. The review requires TWO complementary actions: one diagnostic check and one controlled configuration remedy. Select TWO actions that together meet those requirements.
- Review local and peer LACP mode, system IDs and member negotiation state.
- Review native VLAN settings and untagged ingress or egress classification on both connected trunk interfaces.
- Set up supported bridge priorities to place the intended core or distribution bridge as STP root for the affected instance.
- Match the native VLAN to the approved design or explicitly tag the required traffic on both sides.
Explanation
Correct Answers
B:Review native VLAN settings and untagged ingress or egress classification on both connected trunk interfaces. A native VLAN mismatch can silently classify untagged frames into different broadcast domains, even while tagged VLANs operate normally. This is the required diagnosis or controlled remedy; the other keyed action supplies the complementary role. The decision applies to the described native vlan mismatch situation.
D:Match the native VLAN to the approved design or explicitly tag the required traffic on both sides. A native VLAN mismatch can silently classify untagged frames into different broadcast domains, even while tagged VLANs operate normally. This is the required diagnosis or controlled remedy; the other keyed action supplies the complementary role. The decision applies to the described native vlan mismatch situation.
Incorrect Answers
A:Review local and peer LACP mode, system IDs and member negotiation state. This instead concerns lacp mode compatibility. LACP negotiation depends on both peers participating in a compatible aggregation; unrelated physical ports cannot safely imitate a bundled link. It is not one of the requested paired diagnosis and configuration actions. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
C:Set up supported bridge priorities to place the intended core or distribution bridge as STP root for the affected instance. This instead concerns spanning tree root and loop prevention. STP root placement is an explicit topology control; changing bridge priority can redirect paths even when all links remain physically up. It is not one of the requested paired diagnosis and configuration actions. The immediate problem concerns native vlan mismatch.
Question 177
A campus uplink stays in individual-port state because one switch uses LACP active while the other has aggregation disabled. Which investigation would best isolate the immediate network dependency?
- Inspect spanning-tree root bridge IDs, priorities, path costs and instance membership.
- Inspect local and peer LACP mode, system IDs and member negotiation state.
- Inspect the access port's BPDU guard event, edge designation and the connected device's actual role.
- Inspect STP role, loss of BPDUs and any loop-inconsistent or unidirectional-link events.
Explanation
Correct Answer
B:Inspect local and peer LACP mode, system IDs and member negotiation state. LACP negotiation depends on both peers participating in a compatible aggregation; unrelated physical ports cannot safely imitate a bundled link. The evidence check isolates the relevant prerequisite before a disruptive change. The decision applies to the described lacp mode compatibility situation.
Incorrect Answers
A:Inspect spanning-tree root bridge IDs, priorities, path costs and instance membership. This instead concerns spanning tree root and loop prevention. STP root placement is an explicit topology control; changing bridge priority can redirect paths even when all links remain physically up. It does not isolate the cause of the stated incident. The immediate problem concerns lacp mode compatibility.
C:Inspect the access port's BPDU guard event, edge designation and the connected device's actual role. This instead concerns bpdu guard on edge ports. BPDU guard protects edge ports from unintended switching devices; globally disabling it to recover one port increases loop risk. It does not isolate the cause of the stated incident. The immediate problem concerns lacp mode compatibility.
D:Inspect STP role, loss of BPDUs and any loop-inconsistent or unidirectional-link events. This instead concerns loop guard during bpdu loss. Loop guard addresses missed BPDUs on appropriate nonedge links so a broken control plane does not trigger unsafe forwarding. It does not isolate the cause of the stated incident. The immediate problem concerns lacp mode compatibility.
Question 178
A campus uplink stays in individual-port state because one switch uses LACP active while the other has aggregation disabled. Which specific corrective design step best meets the stated campus requirement?
- Configure compatible LACP participation on both ends and bundle only links with matching attributes.
- Configure supported bridge priorities to place the intended core or distribution bridge as STP root for the affected instance.
- Retain edge BPDU guard for user-facing ports and move legitimate infrastructure bridges to appropriately managed uplinks.
- Apply appropriate loop or unidirectional-link protection on susceptible network-facing ports instead of treating them as user edges.
Explanation
Correct Answer
A:Configure compatible LACP participation on both ends and bundle only links with matching attributes. LACP negotiation depends on both peers participating in a compatible aggregation; unrelated physical ports cannot safely imitate a bundled link. The proposed configuration targets the stated dependency without broadening unrelated access. The decision applies to the described lacp mode compatibility situation.
Incorrect Answers
B:Configure supported bridge priorities to place the intended core or distribution bridge as STP root for the affected instance. This instead concerns spanning tree root and loop prevention. STP root placement is an explicit topology control; changing bridge priority can redirect paths even when all links remain physically up. It would not implement the specifically required change. The immediate problem concerns lacp mode compatibility.
C:Retain edge BPDU guard for user-facing ports and move legitimate infrastructure bridges to appropriately managed uplinks. This instead concerns bpdu guard on edge ports. BPDU guard protects edge ports from unintended switching devices; globally disabling it to recover one port increases loop risk. It would not implement the specifically required change. The immediate problem concerns lacp mode compatibility.
D:Apply appropriate loop or unidirectional-link protection on susceptible network-facing ports instead of treating them as user edges. This instead concerns loop guard during bpdu loss. Loop guard addresses missed BPDUs on appropriate nonedge links so a broken control plane does not trigger unsafe forwarding. It would not implement the specifically required change. The immediate problem concerns lacp mode compatibility.
Question 179
A campus uplink stays in individual-port state because one switch uses LACP active while the other has aggregation disabled. Following a targeted change, which acceptance test would most directly demonstrate success?
- Verify stable root identity, forwarding and blocking states and lower topology-change event counts.
- Validate the edge port rejects the unexpected bridge while authorized end devices reconnect normally.
- Verify the faulted path remains safely blocked and converges correctly when valid BPDUs return.
- Verify the negotiated aggregator and active collecting or distributing member set are stable under traffic.
Explanation
Correct Answer
D:Verify the negotiated aggregator and active collecting or distributing member set are stable under traffic. LACP negotiation depends on both peers participating in a compatible aggregation; unrelated physical ports cannot safely imitate a bundled link. The result tests actual working behavior, not merely a saved configuration. The decision applies to the described lacp mode compatibility situation.
Incorrect Answers
A:Verify stable root identity, forwarding and blocking states and lower topology-change event counts. This instead concerns spanning tree root and loop prevention. STP root placement is an explicit topology control; changing bridge priority can redirect paths even when all links remain physically up. It would not establish that this function actually works. The immediate problem concerns lacp mode compatibility.
B:Validate the edge port rejects the unexpected bridge while authorized end devices reconnect normally. This instead concerns bpdu guard on edge ports. BPDU guard protects edge ports from unintended switching devices; globally disabling it to recover one port increases loop risk. It would not establish that this function actually works. The immediate problem concerns lacp mode compatibility.
C:Verify the faulted path remains safely blocked and converges correctly when valid BPDUs return. This instead concerns loop guard during bpdu loss. Loop guard addresses missed BPDUs on appropriate nonedge links so a broken control plane does not trigger unsafe forwarding. It would not establish that this function actually works. The immediate problem concerns lacp mode compatibility.
Question 180
A campus uplink stays in individual-port state because one switch uses LACP active while the other has aggregation disabled. The change fails acceptance. What is the safest targeted restoration action?
- Restore the approved bridge priorities and remove the misconfigured link if an unintended loop appears.
- Remove the unauthorized bridge and clear the guard-triggered port fault only after verifying proper edge policy.
- Restore the previously compatible channel parameters and isolate any link that would otherwise create parallel paths.
- Restore the last safe STP protection settings and isolate the suspect optical path until the one-way fault is removed.
Explanation
Correct Answer
C:Restore the previously compatible channel parameters and isolate any link that would otherwise create parallel paths. LACP negotiation depends on both peers participating in a compatible aggregation; unrelated physical ports cannot safely imitate a bundled link. The focused rollback restores a known safe baseline before another change attempt. The decision applies to the described lacp mode compatibility situation.
Incorrect Answers
A:Restore the approved bridge priorities and remove the misconfigured link if an unintended loop appears. This instead concerns spanning tree root and loop prevention. STP root placement is an explicit topology control; changing bridge priority can redirect paths even when all links remain physically up. It would not safely roll back the relevant failed change. The immediate problem concerns lacp mode compatibility.
B:Remove the unauthorized bridge and clear the guard-triggered port fault only after verifying proper edge policy. This instead concerns bpdu guard on edge ports. BPDU guard protects edge ports from unintended switching devices; globally disabling it to recover one port increases loop risk. It would not safely roll back the relevant failed change. The immediate problem concerns lacp mode compatibility.
D:Restore the last safe STP protection settings and isolate the suspect optical path until the one-way fault is removed. This instead concerns loop guard during bpdu loss. Loop guard addresses missed BPDUs on appropriate nonedge links so a broken control plane does not trigger unsafe forwarding. It would not safely roll back the relevant failed change. The immediate problem concerns lacp mode compatibility.