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What are two functions of the RAP in a mesh network? (Choose two.)
The correct answer is A. It provides a wired connection for the wireless mesh APs. E. it routes traffic from the wireless mesh to the wired network. The Root Access Point (RAP) in a Cisco mesh network serves as the gateway between the wireless mesh backhaul and the wired infrastructure.
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What are two functions of the RAP in a mesh network? (Choose two.)
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- AIt provides a wired connection for the wireless mesh APs.
- BIt adds capacity and resilience to a mesh area.
- Cit creates a centralized management location for the mesh network.
- Dit reduces the hop count to the wireless network that is connected to the edge.
- Eit routes traffic from the wireless mesh to the wired network.
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(42 responses)- A88% (37)
- B2% (1)
- C2% (1)
- D7% (3)
Why each option
The Root Access Point (RAP) in a Cisco mesh network serves as the gateway between the wireless mesh backhaul and the wired infrastructure.
The RAP has a direct wired Ethernet connection to the distribution or access layer switch, providing the wired uplink that all downstream MAPs depend on for backhaul connectivity.
Adding capacity and resilience to a mesh area is a function of MAPs, not the RAP - additional MAPs provide redundant paths and coverage.
Centralized management is handled by the Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) or a cloud platform, not the RAP itself.
Reducing hop count is a mesh optimization concern addressed by AP placement and mesh routing protocols, not a primary RAP function.
The RAP is responsible for forwarding all traffic from the wireless mesh network onto the wired LAN, acting as the bridge between the mesh domain and the wired campus network.
Concept tested: Root Access Point role in Cisco mesh networks
Source: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/controller/technotes/8-5/b_mesh_design_guide_85.html
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