Huawei H12-811_V1.0 HCIA-Datacom V1.0 Exam Exam Practice Test

Detailed Explanation:

Option A is valid; the destination is defined in CIDR format (129.1.0.0/16) with a specified outgoing interface.

Option B is valid; it uses a subnet mask format and specifies a next-hop IP.

Option D is also valid with the destination and mask defined and a next-hop IP.

Option C is incorrect; the syntax reverses the destination and next-hop values.

(Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, Static Routing Configuration)

In one-arm routing (or router-on-a-stick) mode, a single physical link (with sub-interfaces) can carry traffic between multiple VLANs, reducing the number of physical links required. This approach minimizes cabling and port usage while still enabling inter-VLAN communication. However, it does not inherently reduce IP address usage, routing table entries, or the number of devices required​.

Switches generally operate at the data link layer (Layer 2) and are used to manage communication within a local area network (LAN) by directing traffic among devices. They are not usually deployed as egress devices, which are typically routers. Switches facilitate internal LAN communication, while egress devices handle traffic leaving the network​.

Detailed Explanation:In Huawei VRP, the command-privilege command is used to modify the privilege level of a specific command. In this case, the command adjusts the privilege level of the save command within the user view to level 3, which is higher than the default level. This command does not modify the user's privilege level itself but changes the required privilege level to use the save command in the user view .

A VLANIF (VLAN Interface) is a Layer 3 virtual interface used for inter-VLAN routing on a switch.

Option A (Incorrect): Different VLANIF interfaces cannot use the same IP address because each VLANIF interface represents a different VLAN and requires a unique IP.

Option B (Correct): VLANIF interfaces operate at Layer 3, enabling routing between VLANs.

Option C (Correct): VLANIF interfaces do not need to learn MAC addresses because they are virtual interfaces that forward packets based on IP routing instead of MAC learning.

Option D (Incorrect): A VLANIF interface does have a MAC address, typically derived from the switch’s system MAC address.

Thus, the correct answers are B and C.

The country-code command is used on an AC (Access Controller) to specify the country code, which aligns the wireless settings with local regulatory standards. Setting the correct country code ensures compliance with regional RF (Radio Frequency) regulations, such as frequency bands and transmission power limits​.

Tracert (Traceroute) works by sending packets with progressively higher TTL (Time-to-Live) values, causing them to expire at each router along the path. When TTL expires, the router sends back an ICMP "Time Exceeded" message, which includes the source IP address of that router. This allows Tracert to record the IP addresses of each router on the path to the destination​.

To determine which types of traffic can be filtered by an advanced Access Control List (ACL) on a Huawei device, we need to understand the capabilities of advanced ACLs as defined in HCIA Datacom documentation and Huawei networking standards. Let’s analyze each option step by step:

Understanding Huawei ACL Types:

Huawei devices support different types of ACLs, including Basic ACLs, Advanced ACLs, and Layer 2 ACLs (MAC-based). Each type has specific filtering capabilities:

Basic ACLs (2000–2999): Filter traffic based on source IP addresses only.

Advanced ACLs (3000–3999): Provide more granular filtering, including source IP addresses, destination IP addresses, protocols, port numbers, and other Layer 3 and Layer 4 parameters. They are more flexible than Basic ACLs but do not filter based on Layer 2 information like MAC addresses.

Layer 2 ACLs (4000–4999): Filter traffic based on source and destination MAC addresses, VLAN IDs, and other Layer 2 parameters.

The question specifically asks about advanced ACLs, so we focus on their capabilities, which are limited to Layer 3 and Layer 4 traffic (IP-based and protocol-specific filtering).

Evaluating Each Option:

A. Network traffic based on a specific source IP address

Advanced ACLs on Huawei devices can filter traffic based on source IP addresses. This is a standard feature of advanced ACLs, which support matching rules for source IP addresses using wildcard masks or specific IP ranges.

This statement is true.

B. Network traffic based on a specific source MAC address

Advanced ACLs operate at Layer 3 and Layer 4 (IP and TCP/UDP) and do not have the capability to filter traffic based on Layer 2 information, such as MAC addresses. Filtering based on MAC addresses requires Layer 2 ACLs (e.g., ACLs in the 4000–4999 range), not advanced ACLs.

This statement is false.

C. Network traffic based on a specific user name

Advanced ACLs do not have the capability to filter traffic based on user names. User-based filtering typically requires authentication mechanisms (e.g., 802.1X, AAA, or RADIUS) combined with dynamic ACLs or policies, not standard advanced ACLs. Advanced ACLs are limited to IP addresses, protocols, and port numbers, not user-specific attributes.

This statement is false.

D. Network traffic based on a specific port number

Advanced ACLs can filter traffic based on transport layer port numbers (e.g., TCP/UDP ports), such as HTTP (port 80), FTP (port 21), etc. This is a key feature of advanced ACLs, allowing granular control over application-layer traffic.

This statement is true.

E. Network traffic based on a specific destination IP address

Advanced ACLs can filter traffic based on destination IP addresses, similar to source IP addresses. This is another standard capability, allowing matching rules for destination IP addresses using wildcard masks or specific IP ranges.

This statement is true.

Conclusion:

Advanced ACLs on Huawei devices can filter traffic based on:

Source IP addresses (Option A).

Destination IP addresses (Option E).

Port numbers (Option D).

They cannot filter traffic based on source MAC addresses (Option B) or user names (Option C), as these require Layer 2 ACLs or authentication-based policies, respectively.

Therefore, the correct answers are A, D, and E.

OSPF Network Types Overview:OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) supports different network types based on the underlying physical or logical topology:

A. Broadcast: OSPF assumes a fully meshed network, like Ethernet. DR/BDR elections occur.

B. Point-to-Point: A simple two-node network where no DR/BDR elections occur.

C. NBMA: OSPF operates over WAN technologies like Frame Relay. DR/BDR elections occur.

D. Point-to-Multipoint: OSPF operates on logically defined topologies where broadcast or multicast is not supported.

OSPF Flexibility:OSPF accommodates all these network types to ensure compatibility with a variety of link-layer technologies.

References: HCIA-Datacom V1.0 Certification Guide, Chapter 6: OSPF Fundamentals.

Detailed Explanation:OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) uses protocol number 89 at the network layer. This distinguishes OSPF packets from other protocols such as TCP (protocol number 6) and ICMP (protocol number 1) .

Comprehensive Explanation: When a switch port receives an untagged frame, the port adds the default VLAN ID, known as the PVID (Port VLAN ID), to the frame. This ensures that the frame is associated with a specific VLAN before it is forwarded. The PVID represents the VLAN to which the port belongs and is used when the port receives untagged traffic. This behavior is typical for access and hybrid ports in a VLAN-enabled switch configuration.

Understanding Timers:

Forward Delay Timer: Default value is 15 seconds, not 20 seconds.

Max Age Timer: Default value is 20 seconds.

Hello Timer: The default interval is 2 seconds for BPDU transmission.

Switch Role:

The output indicates that the switch is not the root bridge, confirming option D is correct.

Conclusion:

Statement A is incorrect as the Forward Delay timer is not 20 seconds.

References: HCIA-Datacom V1.0 Certification Guide, Chapter 8: Spanning Tree Protocol.

To determine which statements are true, we need to analyze the VLAN configurations on the Huawei switch (SWA) as shown in the diagram and configuration details. We’ll evaluate each client’s VLAN membership and verify the correctness of the VLAN assignment commands based on Huawei switch configuration principles, as outlined in HCIA Datacom documentation. Let’s break it down step by step:

Understanding VLAN Assignment Types on Huawei Switches:

Huawei switches support different port link types for VLAN assignment:

Access Port: Carries traffic for a single VLAN (untagged). Typically used for end devices like PCs.

Trunk Port: Carries traffic for multiple VLANs (tagged, except for the native VLAN, which is untagged). Typically used for interconnecting switches.

Hybrid Port: Similar to a trunk port but can carry untagged traffic for specific VLANs, often used for both end devices and inter-switch links. It can tag or untag traffic based on configuration.

Additionally, Huawei supports MAC address-based VLAN assignment (using the mac-vlan command), which assigns VLAN membership based on a device’s MAC address, overriding port-based VLAN settings.

Analyzing the Configuration for Each Client:Let’s examine the configuration details for each interface connected to the clients and verify the VLAN assignments:

Client 1 (connected to GigabitEthernet0/0/1):

Configuration:

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vlan 10

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interface GigabitEthernet0/0/1

port link-type access

port default vlan 10

The port is configured as an access port with port link-type access and assigned to VLAN 10 using port default vlan 10.

Access ports carry untagged traffic for a single VLAN, so Client 1 belongs to VLAN 10.

The commands are correct for an access port assignment to VLAN 10.

Statement C (“Client 1 belongs to VLAN 10, and the commands for VLAN assignment on the switch are correct”) is true.

Client 2 (connected to GigabitEthernet0/0/2):

Configuration:

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vlan 20

mac-vlan mac-address 0022-0022-0022 priority 0

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interface GigabitEthernet0/0/2

port hybrid untagged vlan 20

mac-vlan enable

The port is configured as a hybrid port with port link-type hybrid and set to carry untagged traffic for VLAN 20 using port hybrid untagged vlan 20.

Additionally, mac-vlan mac-address 0022-0022-0022 priority 0 and mac-vlan enable are configured, indicating MAC address-based VLAN assignment for a device with MAC address 0022-0022-0022.

However, the diagram does not specify the MAC address of Client 2. If Client 2’s MAC address is not 0022-0022-0022, the MAC-VLAN assignment does not apply, and the port’s default VLAN (VLAN 20, untagged) determines its membership.

If Client 2 has MAC address 0022-0022-0022, it would belong to the VLAN specified by the mac-vlan command (VLAN 20, as no specific VLAN is mentioned in the mac-vlan command, implying it uses the port’s default VLAN or another configured VLAN). But since the MAC address is not provided, we assume the port-based VLAN assignment (VLAN 20) applies.

The commands appear correct for a hybrid port with untagged VLAN 20 and MAC-VLAN enabled, but the effectiveness of the MAC-VLAN depends on Client 2’s MAC address.

Statement B (“Client 2 belongs to VLAN 20, and the commands for MAC address-based VLAN assignment on the switch are correct”) is potentially true if Client 2’s MAC is 0022-0022-0022, but without confirmation, we must consider the port’s default VLAN 20. However, the MAC-VLAN priority is set to 0, which is unusual (priority 0 typically indicates the lowest priority, and Huawei recommends non-zero values for MAC-VLAN). This suggests a potential configuration error or ambiguity.

Given the lack of MAC address confirmation and the unusual priority 0, Statement B is not definitively true, as the MAC-VLAN assignment may not function as intended or may conflict with port-based VLAN 20.

Client 3 (connected to GigabitEthernet0/0/3):

Configuration:

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vlan 30

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interface GigabitEthernet0/0/3

port link-type trunk

port trunk allow-pass vlan 30

The port is configured as a trunk port with port link-type trunk and allows VLAN 30 traffic using port trunk allow-pass vlan 30.

Trunk ports carry tagged traffic for specified VLANs. For Client 3 (an end device, typically not a switch), the trunk port configuration is unusual because end devices usually connect via access ports, not trunk ports. However, if Client 3 is configured to send tagged frames for VLAN 30 (e.g., a VLAN-aware device like a phone or IP camera), it can belong to VLAN 30.

The commands are correct for a trunk port allowing VLAN 30, assuming Client 3 is configured to handle tagged VLAN 30 traffic.

Statement D (“Client 3 belongs to VLAN 30, and the commands for VLAN assignment on the switch are correct”) is true, assuming Client 3 supports VLAN tagging for VLAN 30.

Client 4 (connected to GigabitEthernet0/0/4):

Configuration:

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vlan 40

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interface GigabitEthernet0/0/4

port link-type hybrid

port hybrid untagged vlan 40

The port is configured as a hybrid port with port link-type hybrid and set to carry untagged traffic for VLAN 40 using port hybrid untagged vlan 40.

Hybrid ports can carry untagged traffic for specific VLANs, so Client 4 belongs to VLAN 40 (untagged).

The commands are correct for a hybrid port assignment to VLAN 40.

Statement A (“Client 4 belongs to VLAN 40, and the commands for VLAN assignment on the switch are correct”) is true.

Evaluating Each Statement:

A: True – Client 4 belongs to VLAN 40 (untagged on a hybrid port), and the commands are correct.

B: Not definitively true – Client 2 belongs to VLAN 20 based on the port’s hybrid untagged VLAN 20, but the MAC-VLAN configuration with priority 0 is ambiguous without Client 2’s MAC address, and the priority 0 may indicate a configuration error. Thus, we cannot confirm the MAC address-based VLAN assignment is correct.

C: True – Client 1 belongs to VLAN 10 (access port), and the commands are correct.

D: True – Client 3 belongs to VLAN 30 (trunk port, assuming tagged traffic), and the commands are correct for a trunk port allowing VLAN 30.

Conclusion:

Statements A, C, and D are true based on the configuration and VLAN assignment rules. Statement B is not definitively true due to the ambiguity of Client 2’s MAC address and the unusual priority 0 in the MAC-VLAN configuration.

Answer: A, C, D

References from HCIA Datacom Documents:

HCIA Datacom V3.0, Chapter 4: VLAN Technologies – Access, Trunk, and Hybrid Port Configurations

HCIA Datacom V3.0, Chapter 4: MAC Address-Based VLAN Assignment – mac-vlan Command and Priority Settings

Huawei VLAN Configuration Guide (HCIA Datacom Certification Material) – Port Link Types and VLAN Assignment Rules

The MAC address table does not contain an entry for 5489-98EC-F011.

When a switch receives a frame with an unknown destination MAC address, it performs flooding.

Flooding sends the frame out of all interfaces except the one it was received on.

A (Incorrect): The switch does not discard unknown frames; it floods them.

B (Incorrect): No request is sent; flooding occurs instead.

D (Incorrect): ICMP is used for network-layer (IP) communication, not Ethernet switching.

Thus, the correct answer is C (Floods the frame on all interfaces except the incoming one).

Comprehensive Explanation: WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is the only security policy in this list that supports open link authentication, which means no actual user credentials are required to associate with the network. WEP uses a shared key for encryption but offers minimal protection and is considered insecure. Other security methods like WPA, WPA2-PSK, and WPA2-802.1X use more secure forms of authentication, requiring credentials such as a password or centralized authentication server.

In the IP header at the network layer, the Protocol field specifies the transport layer protocol in use. The protocol number for UDP is 17, not 6. Protocol number 6 is reserved for TCP. This field allows IP packets to be correctly processed by the appropriate transport-layer protocol at the receiving device​.

Detailed Explanation:In a tree topology, nodes are arranged hierarchically with root nodes at the top and leaf nodes at the base. This structure is often used in larger networks because it supports scalability and easy addition of nodes. However, if a higher-level node (e.g., root or intermediate node) fails, all dependent nodes in its subtree lose connectivity. Therefore, faults at higher layers have a more significant impact than faults at the leaves. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, Network Topology Types)

Detailed Explanation:With a /30 subnet mask, the valid IP range is 192.168.1.0 - 192.168.1.3:

192.168.1.3 is the broadcast address, so it can be a destination.

192.168.1.1 and 192.168.1.2 are host addresses.

255.255.255.255 is the limited broadcast address, which any device can use to reach all hosts on the local network.

(Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, IP Addressing and Subnetting)

A (Correct) - Load Balancing: Link aggregation distributes traffic across multiple physical links, reducing congestion and improving performance.

B (Correct) - Improved Bandwidth: Multiple links act as a single logical link, increasing the total available bandwidth.

C (Correct) - Enhanced Reliability: If one link in an aggregated group fails, traffic is rerouted through the remaining links, improving network resilience.

D (Incorrect) - Improved Security: Link aggregation does not inherently improve security; it primarily enhances performance and fault tolerance.

Thus, the correct answers are A, B, and C.

Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:

IPv6 supports several extension headers:✅ Fragment Extension Header → Handles packet fragmentation.✅ Destination Options Header → Stores information for destination nodes.✅ Hop-by-Hop Options Header → Used for router-specific instructions.

❌ Incorrect Option:

VLAN extension header does not exist in IPv6. VLAN tagging is handled at Layer 2 (Ethernet).

✅ Reference: HCIA-Datacom Network Principles Guide – IPv6 Packet Structure

VLAN Assignment Overview:VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) assignment is a critical step in campus network planning. It involves logically segmenting a network to improve manageability, security, and performance. Huawei recommends various approaches based on specific needs.

Analysis of Options:

Option A: "VLAN assignment by service type"This method groups devices based on the type of service they require (e.g., voice, video, data). It helps in isolating traffic for different service types, improving QoS and security. This is a common practice in network planning​​.

Option B: "VLAN assignment by logical area"Logical area-based assignment groups devices based on their logical function in the network (e.g., core, access, distribution). It ensures proper segmentation and alignment with network topology​.

Option C: "VLAN assignment by geographic area"Assigning VLANs based on geographic areas (e.g., floors in a building, departments) helps localize traffic within a region, reducing unnecessary cross-network traffic​​.

Option D: "VLAN assignment by personnel structure"While this option suggests assigning VLANs based on organizational structure (e.g., employees, managers), it is not a typical practice in VLAN assignment. It lacks scalability and alignment with network topology, making it an inefficient approach​.

Correct Answers:The valid VLAN assignment methods in campus network planning are:

A. By service type

B. By logical area

C. By geographic area

Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:

On Huawei VRP-based devices, the configuration file (vrpcfg.zip) is not immediately deleted when using the delete command.

Instead, it is moved to the recycle bin, ensuring accidental deletions can be recovered.

To permanently delete the file, the user must clear the recycle bin using the reset recycle-bin command.

✅ Reference: HCIA-Datacom Configuration Guide – File Management on VRP

SNMP Port Numbers:

161: Used for SNMP managers to send requests to agents.

162: Used by SNMP agents to send trap or alarm messages to the Network Management System (NMS).

163 and 164: Not commonly used in SNMP operations.

LSI (A): There is no such packet type in OSPF.

HELLO (B): These packets are used for neighbor discovery and maintaining adjacency, not for requesting LSAs.

LSACK (C): Link-State Acknowledgment (LSAck) packets confirm the receipt of LSAs but do not request missing ones.

LSR (D): Link-State Request (LSR) packets are specifically used by routers to request missing LSAs from their neighbors.

Thus, the correct answer is D (LSR).

Detailed Explanation:SNMPv3 is the version that focuses on security and administration. It offers features such as strong authentication and encryption to secure network management, along with enhancements in administration such as notifications and proxy forwarding​​.

Comprehensive Explanation: The output shows that the current and next startup configurations are different. Specifically, the startup saved-configuration file is flash:/vrpcfg.zip, and the next startup saved-configuration file is flash:/backup.zip, indicating that changes have been made and the system will use a different configuration file at the next reboot​

Comprehensive Explanation: The user-interface maximum-vty command is used on Huawei devices to configure the maximum number of simultaneous VTY (Virtual Terminal Line) users who can log in via Telnet. By limiting the number of VTY sessions, the administrator can control how many users are able to access the device at the same time, preventing excessive connections that may overwhelm the device or reduce security.

In Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), Topology Change (TC) BPDUs are used to notify switches about network topology changes.

The Root Bridge generates BPDUs with TC bits set, which are forwarded through the network.

Non-root switches forward these BPDUs through their Designated Ports.

Option A (Incorrect - Root Port): The Root Port receives BPDUs from the Root Bridge but does not forward them.

Option B (Correct - Designated Port): Designated ports are responsible for forwarding BPDUs down the tree towards other switches.

Option C (Incorrect - Backup Port): Backup ports are blocking and do not forward BPDUs.

Option D (Incorrect - Alternate Port): Alternate ports are in a blocking state and do not forward BPDUs.

Thus, the correct answer is B.

Comprehensive Explanation: To remove the Eth-Trunk interface, you can simply use the undo interface Eth-Trunk 1 command. This command deletes the entire Eth-Trunk interface from the switch configuration. The other commands involve additional steps to unbind physical interfaces from the Eth-Trunk, but these steps are unnecessary if you are deleting the Eth-Trunk interface entirely.

Restoring factory defaults on an AR2200 router requires both clearing the current configuration and resetting saved configurations. These steps ensure that any custom settings are removed, reverting the router to its original state. Simply restarting or specifying a startup file without clearing configurations would not remove custom settings​.

Detailed Explanation:

• Option A: Incorrect. UDP (User Datagram Protocol) does not use SYN or ACK flags, as it is a connectionless protocol and does not establish a connection before data transfer. SYN and ACK flags are features of TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), which establishes connections using a three-way handshake. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, Transport Layer Protocols)

• Option B: Incorrect. UDP is suitable for delay-sensitive traffic (such as video or voice) because of its low overhead. However, UDP does not have a sequence number field or support reassembly, as it does not guarantee packet order or reliability. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, UDP Characteristics)

• Option C: Correct. TCP requires a three-way handshake to establish a connection and a four-way handshake to terminate it, involving SYN, ACK, FIN flags for reliability. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, TCP Connection Establishment and Termination)

• Option D: Correct. The well-known port number range is defined as 0 to 1023, and these are reserved for widely used protocols such as HTTP, FTP, and DNS. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, Port Numbering)

Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:

Huawei controllers support open APIs for network programmability:✅ RESTful → Web-based API using HTTP methods.✅ OpenFlow → SDN protocol for control/data plane separation.✅ NETCONF → XML-based network configuration protocol.

❌ Incorrect Option:

AAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting) is a security mechanism, NOT an open API.

✅ Reference: HCIA-Datacom SDN Guide – Open API Support

Detailed Explanation:Based on the provided configuration, the interfaces on LSW1 and LSW2 are both configured as trunk ports that allow VLAN 10 to pass. This ensures that data frames tagged with VLAN 10 can be transmitted and received across the trunk link between LSW1 and LSW2 without issues​​.

Detailed Explanation:All listed options are valid OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) packet types:

HELLO packets establish and maintain neighbor relationships.

LSR (Link State Request) packets are used to request missing link-state information.

LSU (Link State Update) packets contain link-state advertisements for OSPF routers.

LSA (Link State Advertisement) packets carry route information.(Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, OSPF Packet Types)

Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:

OSPF DR/BDR election criteria:

Highest Priority (default is 1, 0 means ineligible).

Highest Router ID (if priorities are equal).

Given the routers in the figure:

Router A (RID 10.0.1.1, Priority 255) → Elected DR.

Router B (RID 10.0.2.2, Priority 0) → Not eligible for DR/BDR.

Router C (RID 10.0.3.3, Priority 0) → Not eligible for DR/BDR.

Since no other router has a nonzero priority, no BDR is elected.

✅ Reference: HCIA-Datacom Routing Guide – OSPF DR/BDR Election Process

In the given network diagram, we have three routers (Router A, Router B, and Router C) connected in a multi-access network (likely an Ethernet segment, as indicated by the shared line connecting all three routers). The election of the Backup Designated Router (BDR) in an OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) network follows strict rules defined in RFC 2328 and reinforced in the HCIA Datacom documentation. Let’s break it down step by step:

OSPF Roles in a Multi-Access Network:In OSPF, a multi-access network (e.g., Ethernet) elects a Designated Router (DR) and a Backup Designated Router (BDR) to reduce the number of adjacencies and optimize network traffic. The DR and BDR are responsible for maintaining the link-state database and flooding LSAs (Link State Advertisements) on behalf of other routers in the segment.

Election Process for DR and BDR (Strict OSPF Rules – RFC 2328):The election process is based on the following criteria (in order of precedence):

Router Priority: A higher priority value (configurable, default is 1, range 0–255) wins. A router with a priority of 0 is ineligible to become a DR or BDR.

Router ID (RID): If priorities are equal (and non-zero), the router with the highest RID wins. The RID is a unique 32-bit identifier, typically the highest IP address on the router’s loopback interface or the highest active physical interface IP address.

The router with the highest priority (or highest RID if priorities are tied) becomes the DR, and the router with the second-highest priority (or RID) becomes the BDR. A router with a priority of 0 is explicitly excluded from the DR/BDR election and cannot participate, even if it has the highest RID.

Analyzing the Given Data:

Router A: Router ID = 10.0.1.1, Priority = 255

Router B: Router ID = 10.0.2.2, Priority = 0

Router C: Router ID = 10.0.3.3, Priority = 0

The diagram shows a multi-access network with all three routers connected, suggesting an OSPF environment where DR/BDR election occurs.

Applying Strict OSPF Election Rules:

First, we evaluate the priorities:

Router A has a priority of 255, which is the highest possible value, ensuring it is elected as the DR.

Router B and Router C both have a priority of 0, making them ineligible to become either DR or BDR, regardless of their Router IDs.

Since Router A is the DR (due to its priority of 255), we need to elect a BDR from the remaining routers (Router B and Router C). However, both Router B and Router C have priorities of 0, which, per RFC 2328 and HCIA Datacom, explicitly prevents them from being elected as DR or BDR.

Therefore, no router is eligible to become the BDR in this scenario, resulting in "No BDR" for the network.

Resolving Potential Misinterpretations:

In my previous explanation, I suggested Router C could be elected as BDR based on its higher RID (10.0.3.3) compared to Router B (10.0.2.2), even though both had priority 0. This was incorrect and inconsistent with strict OSPF rules. RFC 2328 (Section 9.4) and HCIA Datacom V3.0 (Chapter 5: OSPF Protocol) clearly state that a router with a priority of 0 cannot participate in the DR/BDR election, and its RID is irrelevant for this purpose.

The HCIA Datacom documentation emphasizes adherence to OSPF standards, and in practice, if all routers except the DR have a priority of 0, the network operates with only a DR and no BDR. This is a valid OSPF configuration, though not ideal for redundancy, as the BDR role remains unassigned until a router with a non-zero priority joins the network.

Conclusion:

Router A is elected as the DR due to its priority of 255.

Router B and Router C have priorities of 0, making them ineligible to become BDR.

Therefore, there is no BDR elected in this network, and the correct answer is "No BDR" (option A).

References from HCIA Datacom Documents and RFC:

HCIA Datacom V3.0, Chapter 5: OSPF Protocol – DR/BDR Election Process

RFC 2328 (OSPF Version 2) – Section 9.4: DR and BDR Election (specifically, the rule that a router with priority 0 is ineligible for DR/BDR roles)

Huawei OSPF Configuration Guide (HCIA Datacom Certification Material) – Priority and Router ID in Multi-Access Networks

Python is known for clear syntax and ease of learning, but it is not highly efficient at runtime due to being an interpreted language.

Option A (Correct): Python has a vast ecosystem of third-party libraries.

Option B (Incorrect - Answer): Python is easy to learn but is not as fast as compiled languages like C or Java.

Option C (Correct): Python is widely used in O&M, AI, and data science.

Option D (Correct): Python is fully open-source.

Thus, the correct answer is B.

Router A would have three TCP connections in this scenario:

One for the Telnet session from host A to router A.

One for the FTP control connection to router B.

One for the FTP data connection to transfer the configuration file. These TCP connections facilitate the remote login and file transfer across the network​.

B (Correct) - HTTP: Uses TCP port 80 for web traffic.

C (Correct) - FTP: Uses TCP ports 20/21 for file transfer.

A (Incorrect) - TFTP: Uses UDP port 69, not TCP.

D (Incorrect) - Ping: Uses ICMP, which is neither TCP nor UDP.

Thus, the correct answers are B and C.

In STP, a port moves from Learning to Forwarding state after the Forward Delay timer has expired. This delay ensures stability by allowing time for the topology to converge before the port begins forwarding user traffic, thereby preventing loops in the network during the transition​.

Given correct configuration, hosts within the same subnet should be able to communicate, so the host at 10.0.12.1 can ping the host at 10.0.12.2. This scenario assumes correct interconnectivity and absence of firewall or ACL rules that would block the communication​.

Detailed Explanation:In a Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) environment, the root bridge is selected based on the bridge ID. Here, SWA has the lowest bridge ID (4096:0001-0203-04AA), making it the root bridge. For each network segment, STP elects one designated port to forward traffic, and all other ports in that segment will be blocked to prevent loops.

Following the STP rules:

SWA is the root bridge, so all of its ports (G0/0/2 and G0/0/3) will be designated ports.

Each non-root switch (SWB and SWC) selects one root port, which is the port with the lowest path cost to the root bridge (SWA).

SWB's G0/0/3 will have a higher path cost when compared with G0/0/1 (if assuming equal link costs), thus making G0/0/1 the root port on SWB.

SWB will then block its G0/0/3 port to prevent a loop, as SWA's G0/0/3 is already the designated port for that link.

Hence, G0/0/3 of SWB will be in the blocking state to maintain a loop-free topology

Comprehensive Explanation: Hybrid interfaces are capable of carrying both tagged and untagged VLAN frames. They can remove VLAN tags from certain VLANs when sending data frames, depending on the configuration. The command port hybrid untagged vlan x allows a hybrid interface to transmit data frames for VLAN x without a tag, while still tagging other VLANs as required. Hybrid interfaces are flexible and can be used for trunking, but unlike pure trunk ports, they do not always require VLAN tags.

Comprehensive Explanation: A routing table contains several key elements:

Cost: Also known as metric, this indicates the cost associated with reaching a specific destination, such as the number of hops or link speed.

Next-hop address: This is the IP address of the next device along the route that packets should be forwarded to.

Protocol: The routing protocol (e.g., OSPF, RIP) that determined the route.

Interface: The physical or logical interface through which the router sends packets to reach the destination.

Destination/Mask: The destination network or subnet and the associated subnet mask define the range of IP addresses for which this route is valid. These elements together allow routers to efficiently forward traffic to the correct destinations.

The default Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) system priority on Huawei switches is 32768. This priority helps determine which device takes the active role in link aggregation when multiple switches are involved. A lower value indicates a higher priority for managing the aggregated link​.

To form an EUI-64 address, the MAC address is split and FFFE is inserted in the middle, making the EUI-64 format 00E0-FCEF-FFFE-0FEC. Additionally, the 7th bit of the first byte is flipped to form the Modified EUI-64 address used in IPv6 for Stateless Address Autoconfiguration (SLAAC)​.

The telnetlib module in Python provides functions to interact with Telnet servers, allowing Python scripts to automate Telnet sessions. This module is widely used in network automation and scripting tasks, where Telnet is used to access and manage network devices remotely​.

The Full state in OSPF means that all routers have completed LSDB synchronization and formed an adjacency.

If LSDB synchronization is incomplete, the router remains in Loading or Exchange state.

Only after the Database Description (DD) packets, Link-State Requests (LSR), and Link-State Updates (LSU) are exchanged, the router enters the Full state.

Thus, the correct answer is A (TRUE).

Comprehensive Explanation: The command dot1q termination vid 100 in the configuration specifies that the sub-interface is configured to receive tagged data frames for VLAN 100. VLAN tagging ensures that frames are properly identified and routed through the correct VLAN, and the sub-interface is associated with a specific VLAN ID to handle the tagged traffic.

WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) supports open authentication, which allows any client to associate with the network without verifying credentials. This form of authentication is considered insecure by modern standards, as it provides minimal protection for network access. WPA and WPA2 rely on pre-shared keys or 802.1X authentication, which are more secure and do not use open authentication​.

Comprehensive Explanation: In OSPF (Open Shortest Path First), a router first synchronizes its Link-State Database (LSDB) with its neighbors by exchanging link-state information. Only after this synchronization process is complete does the router transition to the Full state. The Full state indicates that the router has fully converged with its OSPF neighbors and has a complete and up-to-date view of the network topology. Therefore, the router enters the Full state after synchronizing its LSDB, not before.

In trunk mode, the interface can forward frames tagged with VLANs specified in the allow-pass list (here, VLAN 100) without removing tags. However, if an untagged frame is received, it is assigned to the PVID (here, VLAN 200). This configuration allows both tagged and untagged traffic, with the PVID determining the VLAN for untagged frames​.

Detailed Explanation:

Option B: OSPF supports triggered updates, allowing routing tables to be updated only when changes occur, conserving bandwidth.

Option D: OSPF supports area division, which is essential for optimizing large networks and limiting the scope of link-state advertisements.

Option A is incorrect because OSPF calculates the shortest path based on cost, not hop count.

Option C is incorrect; OSPF prevents routing loops by maintaining a loop-free topology through its link-state database.

(Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, OSPF Features)

SNMPv3 was designed with enhanced security and administration features compared to previous versions. It offers robust authentication and encryption to protect against unauthorized access and eavesdropping, as well as improvements in administration with support for notification originators and proxy forwarders. These advancements make SNMPv3 the preferred version for secure network management​.

In RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol), the Backup port serves as a backup for the Designated port on the same bridge segment, not the root port. If the root port fails, the alternate port, not the backup port, takes over to maintain connectivity to the root bridge. The backup port does not have the capability to replace the root port​.

Comprehensive Explanation: In STP (Spanning Tree Protocol), ports can be in several states, including:

Discarding: The port is not forwarding traffic, either because it is in a blocking state or not participating in active forwarding.

Listening: The port is processing BPDUs and is preparing to transition to either the learning or forwarding state. No data frames are forwarded during this state.

Forwarding: The port is actively forwarding traffic as part of the active network topology.

The "Disabled" state is not part of the STP protocol but rather represents a port that is administratively shut down or not participating in the STP process.

In STP, the root bridge is elected based on the lowest bridge priority. If there is a tie in bridge priority, the device with the lowest MAC address is selected as the root bridge. This process ensures a stable, predictable root bridge selection in the network​.

To ensure communication between Host A and Host B, we need to analyze the network topology, VLAN configuration, and the role of SWC as an intermediate switch. Let’s break it down step by step, based on VLAN and trunking principles as outlined in HCIA Datacom documentation:

Understanding the Current Network Configuration:

Host A and Host B: Both are connected to SWA and SWB, respectively, via access ports assigned to VLAN 2. Access ports carry untagged traffic for a single VLAN (in this case, VLAN 2), so Host A and Host B are part of VLAN 2.

SWA and SWB Trunk Interfaces: G0/0/1 on SWA and G0/0/2 on SWB are configured as trunk interfaces allowing all VLANs. Trunk ports carry tagged traffic for multiple VLANs (including VLAN 2 in this case) and are used to interconnect switches, enabling VLAN traffic to pass between them. Since these trunk ports allow all VLANs, VLAN 2 traffic can traverse between SWA and SWB.

SWC: SWC is the intermediate switch connecting SWA and SWB via its G0/0/1 (connected to SWA’s G0/0/1) and G0/0/2 (connected to SWB’s G0/0/2). However, the diagram and question do not specify SWC’s current VLAN or port configurations. By default, if no VLAN or trunk configuration exists on SWC, VLAN 2 traffic cannot pass through SWC, preventing communication between Host A and Host B.

Requirements for Communication Between Host A and Host B:

For Host A and Host B (both in VLAN 2) to communicate across the network, VLAN 2 traffic must be able to traverse SWC. This requires:

VLAN 2 to be created on SWC so that the switch recognizes and processes traffic for that VLAN.

The interfaces on SWC (G0/0/1 and G0/0/2) connecting to SWA and SWB must be configured as trunk ports to carry tagged VLAN 2 traffic, matching the trunk configuration on SWA’s G0/0/1 and SWB’s G0/0/2.

Trunk ports are necessary because they can carry traffic for multiple VLANs (tagged) and are typically used between switches to maintain VLAN consistency across the network.

Evaluating Each Option:

A. Create VLAN 2 on SWC.

Creating VLAN 2 on SWC is necessary, but it alone is insufficient. Without configuring the ports (G0/0/1 and G0/0/2) as trunk interfaces allowing VLAN 2, the VLAN traffic cannot pass through SWC. This option is incomplete and incorrect.

B. Configure G0/0/1 on SWC as a trunk interface that allows packets from VLAN 2 to pass through.

Configuring G0/0/1 as a trunk interface allowing VLAN 2 is part of the solution, but it only addresses the connection to SWA. G0/0/2 (connected to SWB) also needs to be configured as a trunk interface allowing VLAN 2 for bidirectional communication between Host A and Host B. This option is incomplete and incorrect.

C. Create VLAN 2 on SWC, and configure G0/0/1 and G0/0/2 as trunk interfaces that allow packets from VLAN 2 to pass through.

This option addresses all requirements:

Creating VLAN 2 on SWC ensures the switch recognizes VLAN 2 traffic.

Configuring both G0/0/1 and G0/0/2 as trunk interfaces allowing VLAN 2 ensures that tagged VLAN 2 traffic can pass between SWA and SWB through SWC, enabling communication between Host A and Host B.

This is the complete and correct solution, aligning with VLAN and trunking principles in HCIA Datacom.

D. On SWC, configure G0/0/1 as a trunk interface that allows packets from VLAN 2 to pass through, configure G0/0/2 as an access interface, and set the PVID to 2.

Configuring G0/0/1 as a trunk interface allowing VLAN 2 is correct for the connection to SWA. However, configuring G0/0/2 as an access interface with PVID 2 (Port VLAN ID) is incorrect for this scenario:

Access ports carry untagged traffic for a single VLAN and are typically used for end devices, not for interconnecting switches. Since SWB’s G0/0/2 is a trunk interface allowing all VLANs, G0/0/2 on SWC must also be a trunk interface to match and carry VLAN 2 traffic.

Using an access port on G0/0/2 would prevent VLAN 2 traffic from passing correctly, as it would expect untagged traffic only for VLAN 2, which conflicts with SWB’s trunk configuration.

This option is incorrect because it mixes access and trunk port types inappropriately for inter-switch links.

Conclusion:

To ensure communication between Host A and Host B (both in VLAN 2), SWC must:

Create VLAN 2.

Configure G0/0/1 and G0/0/2 as trunk interfaces allowing VLAN 2 traffic.

Option C fulfills these requirements, making it the correct answer.

Answer: C

References from HCIA Datacom Documents:

HCIA Datacom V3.0, Chapter 4: VLAN Technologies – Access and Trunk Port Configurations

HCIA Datacom V3.0, Chapter 4: VLAN Trunking and Inter-VLAN Routing – Configuring Trunk Ports for VLAN Traffic

Huawei VLAN Configuration Guide (HCIA Datacom Certification Material) – VLAN Creation and Port Link Types

Comprehensive Explanation: The country code setting on wireless devices like access points determines the allowable transmission frequencies and maximum transmission power based on the regulatory requirements of the specific region. For example, certain frequency channels or power levels may be restricted in different countries to avoid interference with other services, and the country code configuration ensures that the device operates within those legal limits.

Detailed Explanation:The TCP protocol ensures reliable data transmission by using a three-way handshake to establish a connection and a four-way handshake to terminate it. This handshake process helps ensure that both parties are synchronized and agree on communication parameters before data transmission begins. Additionally, mechanisms such as sequence numbers and acknowledgments ensure that data is received correctly and in order .

Comprehensive Explanation: Static NAT (Network Address Translation) can implement both one-to-one and many-to-one mappings. In a one-to-one mapping, each private IP address is mapped to a unique public IP address. However, in some cases, static NAT can be configured to map multiple private addresses to a single public address, particularly for services that do not require incoming connections. This flexibility allows for more efficient use of limited public IP address space.

The command defines a static route to the network 10.0.12.0 with a 255.255.255.0 subnet mask, using 192.168.1.1 as the next-hop address. Static routes are manually set routes with fixed paths, and by default, they have higher priority than dynamic routes, but the specific preference value depends on configuration. This setup enables targeted routing for traffic towards the specified destination​.

Comprehensive Explanation: The interface configuration shows that VLANs 2, 3, and 100 are tagged, meaning frames belonging to these VLANs are transmitted with VLAN tags. VLANs 4 and 6 are untagged, meaning frames for these VLANs are transmitted without tags. The command port hybrid tagged vlan 2 to 3 100 specifies that data frames for VLANs 2, 3, and 100 are transmitted with tags, while port hybrid untagged vlan 4 6 configures the interface to transmit untagged frames for VLANs 4 and 6.

CAPWAP (Control and Provisioning of Wireless Access Points) is a protocol that enables centralized control of Fit APs by an AC (Access Controller).

Option A (Incorrect): CAPWAP tunnels only control traffic, while data traffic can be sent via direct forwarding or tunneled forwarding.

Option B (Incorrect): A Fit AP can discover an AC via multiple methods, including broadcast, static configuration, or DHCP Option 43.

Option C (Correct): APs encapsulate user data into CAPWAP packets and send them to the AC for further processing.

Option D (Incorrect): CAPWAP is based on UDP, not TCP, for better efficiency and lower latency.

Thus, the correct answer is C.

Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:

vlan batch 10 20 → Creates 2 VLANs (10 and 20). ✅

vlan batch 10 to 20 → Creates VLANs 10 to 20 (11 VLANs total). ✅

✅ Reference: HCIA-Datacom VLAN Configuration Guide

Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:

In PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) connections, a static route can be configured using:

Next-hop IP address

Outbound interface

Since PPP links are point-to-point, the router can directly forward packets without needing an explicit next-hop address.

Example configurations:

ip route-static 10.1.1.0 24 Serial0/0/0

ip route-static 10.1.1.0 24 192.168.1.2

✅ Reference: HCIA-Datacom Routing Guide – Static Route Configuration on PPP

Comprehensive Explanation: In this configuration, LSW1 and LSW2 have trunk links that allow VLAN 10 to pass between them. When a ping is sent from R1, the frame is tagged with VLAN 10 on LSW2, and this tagged frame is forwarded to LSW1. Since the trunk allows VLAN 10, the tagged data frame is successfully received and processed by LSW1.

Detailed Explanation:Making a call on a landline telephone involves network communication. Though it uses a traditional telephone network (Public Switched Telephone Network, PSTN), the process of sending and receiving voice data through a wired system qualifies as network communication. The voice signals are converted into electrical signals, transmitted over the network, and then converted back into voice signals on the receiving end .

Understanding Trunk Ports:

Trunk ports carry traffic from multiple VLANs.

Native VLAN (PVID) frames are sent untagged on the trunk.

Breakdown of Configuration:

port link-type trunk → Interface operates as a trunk.

port trunk pvid vlan 10 → Sets VLAN 10 as the native VLAN.

port trunk allow-pass vlan 10 20 30 40 → Allows traffic from VLANs 10, 20, 30, and 40.

Conclusion:

Since VLAN 10 is the PVID (native VLAN), frames from this VLAN are sent untagged.

Correct answer is A (VLAN 10).

References: HCIA-Datacom V1.0 Certification Guide, Chapter 4: VLANs and Trunking.

Understanding the Network Diagram

Host A is in VLAN 10 with a gateway of 10.0.1.254.

Host B is in VLAN 20 with a gateway of 10.0.2.254.

The router (RTA) has two sub-interfaces:

G0/0/1.1 (10.0.1.254/24) for VLAN 10

G0/0/1.2 (10.0.2.254/24) for VLAN 20

The switch (SWA) is using VLAN trunking to forward packets to the router, requiring 802.1Q encapsulation.

One-Armed Routing (Router-on-a-Stick) is being used, meaning a single physical interface (G0/0/1) handles multiple VLANs using sub-interfaces.

Analyzing the Answer Choices

Option A (dot1q termination vid 20) → Incorrect

This command would be configured on G0/0/1.2, not G0/0/1.1.

Option B (dot1q termination vid 30) → Incorrect

VLAN 30 is not part of this topology.

Option C (dot1q termination vid 10) → Correct

Since G0/0/1.1 corresponds to VLAN 10, the correct command is dot1q termination vid 10.

Option D (dot1q termination vid 1) → Incorrect

VLAN 1 is usually the default VLAN, which is not relevant here.

Thus, the correct answer is C (dot1q termination vid 10).

Detailed Explanation:The ACL (Access Control List) configuration only permits IP address 172.16.105.2. By applying this ACL to the Telnet server, only devices from this IP can establish a Telnet connection, while all others are denied access. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, ACLs and Telnet Access Control)

For link aggregation (such as LACP) to function properly, the physical interface rates and duplex modes on each end of the aggregated link must match. This alignment ensures smooth data transfer across the aggregated link, as mismatched settings would lead to connectivity issues or performance degradation​.

In DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol):

The client starts renewal at 50% (0.5) of the lease time to extend its lease with the DHCP server.

If unsuccessful, it tries again at 87.5% (0.875) before the lease expires.

Option A (Incorrect - 0.875): This is the second attempt if the first renewal fails.

Option B (Correct - 0.5): The first renewal attempt occurs when the lease reaches 50% of its duration.

Option C (Incorrect - 0.25): No renewal attempt happens at 25%.

Option D (Incorrect - 1): At 100% lease expiration, the IP is released and a new request is needed.

Thus, the correct answer is B.

Comprehensive Explanation: The IEEE 802.11g standard operates exclusively in the 2.4 GHz frequency band, offering data rates up to 54 Mbps. Other standards, such as 802.11a, operate in the 5 GHz band, while 802.11n and 802.11ax support both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands, making 802.11g the only standard in this list that is limited to 2.4 GHz.

Error Analysis:The error message indicates that the command entered is not recognized by the device. This typically occurs when the syntax is incorrect or the first keyword of the command is unrecognized. The system identifies the problem location ('A' position), which points to the initial part of the command.

Analysis of Options:

Option A: "The entered parameter is not specified" refers to cases where a valid command is incomplete due to missing parameters, not an unrecognized command. This is unrelated to the error displayed.

Option B: "The entered command is incomplete" applies when additional parameters are needed to complete the command. However, the system explicitly states "unrecognized command," ruling this out.

Option C: "The parameter type is incorrect" refers to an error where a parameter is of the wrong type (e.g., string instead of integer). This is not related to keyword recognition.

Option D: "No keyword is found" directly aligns with the error message, as the system cannot recognize the first keyword of the command, making it the correct answer​​.

The tracert (Trace Route) command is a network diagnostic tool used to trace the path that packets take from the source device to the destination.

It works by sending ICMP Echo Requests (or UDP packets) with increasing TTL (Time-To-Live) values and recording responses from each hop along the way.

This helps network administrators identify routing issues, network delays, and connectivity problems in the forwarding path.

The command is commonly used in Huawei VRP to diagnose network latency or packet loss between different nodes.

Thus, the correct answer is A (TRUE).

Detailed Explanation:RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol) combines the Blocking, Listening, and Disabled states into Discarding, reducing the number of states to Discarding, Learning, and Forwarding. RSTP does not use a separate Listening state, as in standard STP. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, RSTP Port States)

A "Length/Type" field value of 0x0806 indicates an ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) frame, which is part of the Ethernet II frame standard. The source MAC address cannot be a broadcast address (FFFF-FFFF-FFFF), as ARP requests are sent from specific hosts. This field helps identify the protocol type used by the Ethernet frame​.

In VRP, the "-a" parameter in the ping command allows specifying a source IP address for the echo request. This can be helpful in testing connectivity from a specific interface on the device, which is useful in verifying path accessibility or troubleshooting issues with certain network segments​.

Detailed Explanation:The Time to Live (TTL) field in an IP packet is decremented by 1 each time the packet passes through a router. When the TTL reaches zero, the packet is discarded to prevent it from circulating indefinitely. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, IP Packet Structure)

Comprehensive Explanation: In STP, the switch with the lowest Bridge ID is selected as the root bridge. The Bridge ID consists of the bridge priority and the MAC address. In this case, the switch with the bridge priority of 4096 has the lowest Bridge ID, making it the root bridge. If two switches have the same bridge priority, the MAC address is used to break the tie, with the lower MAC address winning.

An access port is a switch port assigned to a single VLAN and used to connect end devices (such as PCs or printers).

Access ports do not send VLAN tags. They remove the VLAN tag before forwarding frames to the connected device because most end devices do not support VLAN tagging.

Option A (Incorrect): Tagged frames are sent only by trunk ports, not access ports.

Option B (Correct): The access port strips the VLAN tag before forwarding the frame to ensure compatibility with non-VLAN-aware devices.

Option C (Incorrect): VLAN tags are not exchanged between inbound and outbound ports.

Option D (Incorrect): The access port does not attach PVID information to the frame when sending it out.

Thus, the correct answer is B.

Comprehensive Explanation: Router Advertisement (RA) packets in IPv6 are part of the Neighbor Discovery Protocol, which uses ICMPv6 (Internet Control Message Protocol for IPv6). RA messages are sent by routers to inform hosts about the presence of routers on the network and provide them with information needed for stateless address auto-configuration, such as the network prefix and default gateway.

Comprehensive Explanation: The Transport layer (Layer 4) in the OSI model is responsible for end-to-end error checking, flow control, and reliable data transmission. It ensures that data is properly sequenced, without errors, and flow-controlled between the sender and receiver. Protocols such as TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) operate at this layer, providing mechanisms for retransmitting lost packets and maintaining the reliability of a session​​​

An AP (Access Point) radio can support multiple SSIDs, allowing segmentation of different types of traffic on the same wireless network. Each SSID can have unique security and access policies, enabling flexible wireless network configurations for different user groups​.

OSPF Packet Types:

LSA (Link State Advertisement): Contains topology information that routers use to build their LSDB.

LSU (Link State Update): Used to transmit multiple LSAs.

LSR (Link State Request): Requests specific LSAs from a neighbor router.

LSACK (Link State Acknowledgment): Confirms receipt of LSU packets​​.

Correct Packet for Acknowledgment:The LSACK packet is specifically designed to acknowledge LSU packets. Without acknowledgment, the LSU might be retransmitted unnecessarily.

Correct Answer:The OSPF packet used for acknowledgment is D (LSACK).

Dynamic IGP Routing Protocols:

OSPF (Open Shortest Path First): A dynamic IGP that uses link-state information for routing within an autonomous system​​.

Analysis of Options:

Option A: "Static" refers to manually configured routes, not dynamic.

Option B: "BGP" is a dynamic routing protocol but an EGP, not an IGP.

Option C: "Direct" refers to routes learned from directly connected networks and is not dynamic.

Option D: "OSPF" is a dynamic IGP, making it the correct choice.

Correct Answer:The dynamic IGP routing protocol is D (OSPF).

Detailed Explanation:Static MAC address entries are manually configured and stored in the switch's configuration file, making them persistent across reboots. These entries remain in the MAC address table after a restart, unlike dynamic entries, which are lost. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, MAC Address Table Types)

Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:

NAPT (Network Address Port Translation) maps multiple private IPs to one public IP by modifying the source port.

It differentiates users using:

Source IP

Source Port (TCP/UDP)

Incorrect Statement:

Protocol ID (TCP=6, UDP=17, ICMP=1) is NOT used for differentiation.

Port numbers are used instead.

✅ Reference: HCIA-Datacom NAT Guide – NAPT Functionality

The root path cost is calculated by summing the costs of each port on the path from the root bridge to the receiving port. In this case, assuming each link has a cost of 200, the total cost to reach the root from the indicated port would be 600, reflecting three hops from the root bridge​.

In OSPF networks, a DR (Designated Router) is elected for each broadcast domain, such as each Ethernet segment. Given the topology where there are multiple Ethernet segments, a DR will be elected in each segment, resulting in three DRs based on the configuration and network design​.