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Which actions are performed at the distribution layer of the three-layer hierarchical network design model? (Choose two)
The correct answer is D. Fault isolation E. Redundancy and load balancing. The distribution layer in the three-layer hierarchical model is responsible for fault isolation, redundancy, and load balancing - acting as the aggregation boundary between the access and core layers.
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Which actions are performed at the distribution layer of the three-layer hierarchical network design model? (Choose two)
Options
- AFast transport
- BReliability
- CQoS classification and marking boundary
- DFault isolation
- ERedundancy and load balancing
How the community answered
(36 responses)- B6% (2)
- C3% (1)
- D92% (33)
Why each option
The distribution layer in the three-layer hierarchical model is responsible for fault isolation, redundancy, and load balancing - acting as the aggregation boundary between the access and core layers.
Fast transport is a core layer function - the core is designed for maximum switching speed with minimal latency and no policy decisions.
Reliability as a standalone concept is a general network engineering goal and is not assigned as a specific function of the distribution layer in the Cisco hierarchical design model.
QoS classification and marking is performed at the access layer - the ingress trust boundary - not at the distribution layer.
Fault isolation is a primary distribution layer function - it contains failures at the access layer and prevents them from propagating to the high-speed core.
Redundancy and load balancing are core distribution layer responsibilities, implemented via protocols like HSRP or VRRP and Layer 3 ECMP to provide resilient, high-availability paths between access and core.
Concept tested: Distribution layer functions in three-layer hierarchical model
Source: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/solutions/Enterprise/Campus/campdesign4.html
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