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352-001 · Question #580

Which two functions are performed at the distribution layer of the three-layer hierarchical network design model? (Choose two).

The correct answer is A. Fault isolation E. Load balancing. In Cisco's three-layer hierarchical model, the distribution layer sits between access and core and is responsible for policy enforcement, fault isolation, and load balancing across redundant uplinks.

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Question

Which two functions are performed at the distribution layer of the three-layer hierarchical network design model? (Choose two).

Options

  • AFault isolation
  • BQoS classification and marking boundary
  • CFast transport
  • DReliability
  • ELoad balancing

How the community answered

(50 responses)
  • A
    90% (45)
  • B
    2% (1)
  • C
    2% (1)
  • D
    6% (3)

Why each option

In Cisco's three-layer hierarchical model, the distribution layer sits between access and core and is responsible for policy enforcement, fault isolation, and load balancing across redundant uplinks.

AFault isolationCorrect

The distribution layer provides fault isolation by containing failures within the access layer through route summarization and policy filtering, preventing them from propagating up to the core.

BQoS classification and marking boundary

QoS classification and marking is performed at the access layer, which is the trust boundary where traffic is first ingested and marked - not at the distribution layer.

CFast transport

Fast transport is the primary function of the core layer, which is optimized for high-speed, low-latency forwarding with minimal policy processing overhead.

DReliability

High availability and redundancy are defining characteristics of the core layer design, not a specific functional role attributed to the distribution layer.

ELoad balancingCorrect

The distribution layer performs load balancing across multiple uplinks toward the core, distributing traffic over redundant paths to optimize bandwidth and provide resilience.

Concept tested: Distribution layer roles in three-tier hierarchical design

Source: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/solutions/Enterprise/Campus/DesignZone/Campdes.html

Topics

#hierarchical network design#distribution layer#fault isolation#load balancing

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