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350-401 · Question #569

Refer to the exhibit. The trunk does not work over the back-to-back link between Switch1 interface Giq1/0/20 and Switch2 interface Gig1/0/20. Which configuration fixes the problem?

The correct answer is B. Switch2(config)#interface gig1/0/20. The issue of a non-functional trunk between switches is resolved by explicitly configuring 802.1Q trunking mode and encapsulation on both interfaces.

Submitted by andres_qro· Mar 6, 2026Infrastructure

Question

Refer to the exhibit. The trunk does not work over the back-to-back link between Switch1 interface Giq1/0/20 and Switch2 interface Gig1/0/20. Which configuration fixes the problem?

Exhibits

350-401 question #569 exhibit 1
350-401 question #569 exhibit 2

Options

  • ASwitch 1(config)#interface gig1/0/20
  • BSwitch2(config)#interface gig1/0/20
  • CSwitch2(config)#interface gig1/0/20
  • DSwitch1(config)#interface gig1/0/20

How the community answered

(28 responses)
  • A
    21% (6)
  • B
    61% (17)
  • C
    11% (3)
  • D
    7% (2)

Why each option

The issue of a non-functional trunk between switches is resolved by explicitly configuring 802.1Q trunking mode and encapsulation on both interfaces.

ASwitch 1(config)#interface gig1/0/20

While `dot1q` is correct for encapsulation, `switchport mode dynamic auto` on Switch1 might not form a trunk if the peer is also `dynamic auto` (resulting in access mode) or not explicitly configured for trunking.

BSwitch2(config)#interface gig1/0/20Correct

The commands `switchport mode trunk` and `switchport trunk encapsulation dot1q` explicitly configure the interface for 802.1Q trunking, ensuring that the link will form a trunk. This addresses common issues where a trunk fails due to mismatched trunking modes (e.g., dynamic auto on both sides resulting in access mode) or incorrect encapsulation types.

CSwitch2(config)#interface gig1/0/20

Configuring `switchport mode access` on Switch2 will prevent the interface from forming a trunk, as access ports are designed for end devices and carry traffic for a single VLAN.

DSwitch1(config)#interface gig1/0/20

Configuring `switchport mode access` on Switch1 will prevent the interface from forming a trunk, as access ports are designed for end devices and carry traffic for a single VLAN.

Concept tested: Trunking mode and encapsulation configuration

Source: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/switches/lan/catalyst3850/software/release/3se/consolidated_guide/b_consolidated_3se_3850_cg/b_consolidated_3se_3850_cg_chapter_01000.html

Topics

#VLAN Trunking#Switchport configuration#Trunk troubleshooting#DTP

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