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Which router port is used for dial-in access to the router for CLI management purposes and does not usually pass normal network traffic?
The correct answer is C. AUX. The AUX (Auxiliary) port on a router is used for dial-in access for CLI (Command Line Interface) management purposes. It is typically connected to a modem and allows an administrator to dial into the router's CLI for remote management. This port is not used for passing normal…
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Which router port is used for dial-in access to the router for CLI management purposes and does not usually pass normal network traffic?
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- AFast Ethernet
- Bchannelized serial
- CAUX
- DGigabit Ethernet
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- D5% (2)
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The AUX (Auxiliary) port on a router is used for dial-in access for CLI (Command Line Interface) management purposes. It is typically connected to a modem and allows an administrator to dial into the router's CLI for remote management. This port is not used for passing normal network traffic, which differentiates it from other ports like Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet that handle regular data flow. The AUX port is specifically designed as a backup async port for management
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