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Which channel-group mode must be configured when multiple distribution interfaces connected to a WLC are bundled?

The correct answer is B. Channel-group mode on.. When bundling multiple distribution interfaces to a Wireless LAN Controller (WLC), the channel-group mode on must be used for EtherChannel configuration. This is because WLCs typically do not support dynamic EtherChannel negotiation protocols like LACP or PAgP.

Submitted by asante_acc· Mar 5, 2026

Question

Which channel-group mode must be configured when multiple distribution interfaces connected to a WLC are bundled?

Options

  • AChannel-group mode passive.
  • BChannel-group mode on.
  • CChannel-group mode desirable.
  • DChannel-group mode active.

How the community answered

(57 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • B
    93% (53)
  • C
    4% (2)
  • D
    2% (1)

Why each option

When bundling multiple distribution interfaces to a Wireless LAN Controller (WLC), the `channel-group mode on` must be used for EtherChannel configuration. This is because WLCs typically do not support dynamic EtherChannel negotiation protocols like LACP or PAgP.

AChannel-group mode passive.

`Channel-group mode passive` is for LACP, which is a dynamic negotiation protocol and typically not supported by WLCs for EtherChannel.

BChannel-group mode on.Correct

When connecting to a Wireless LAN Controller (WLC), EtherChannel must be configured in `channel-group mode on`. WLCs generally do not support dynamic EtherChannel negotiation protocols like LACP (active/passive) or PAgP (desirable/auto), requiring a static EtherChannel configuration where all ports are forced into the channel.

CChannel-group mode desirable.

`Channel-group mode desirable` is for PAgP, which is a dynamic negotiation protocol and typically not supported by WLCs for EtherChannel.

DChannel-group mode active.

`Channel-group mode active` is for LACP, which is a dynamic negotiation protocol and typically not supported by WLCs for EtherChannel.

Concept tested: EtherChannel configuration for WLC connectivity

Source: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/controller/8-5/config-guide/b_cg85/configuring_interfaces.html

Topics

#EtherChannel#Channel-group modes#WLC connectivity

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