Which two functions describe the role of the IE5000 in the network hierarchy? (Choose two )

Question

Options

• AThe IE5000 series are ruggedized, rack mount highly secure and scalable switches for access
• BThe IE5000 series are ruggedized. rack mount highly secure and scalable switches for
• CThe IE5000 series are ruggedized. rack mount highly secure and scalable routers for aggregation
• DThe IE5000 series are ruggedized. rack mount highly secure and scalable routers for distribution
• EThe IE5000 series are ruggedized. rack mount highly secure and scalable switches for distribution

• A
  88% (23)
• C
  4% (1)
• E
  8% (2)

Explanation

Options A and D are correct because the Cisco IE5000 series serves dual roles in the industrial network hierarchy: it functions as a ruggedized, rack-mount switch at the access layer (connecting end devices directly) and leverages its Layer 3 capabilities to perform routing functions at the distribution layer, aggregating traffic from access switches and routing between VLANs or network segments.

Options B and C are wrong because B appears to be a duplicate/incomplete version of A (likely a formatting error in the question), and C incorrectly places a router at the aggregation tier - the IE5000 is not described in Cisco documentation as an aggregation-layer router. Option E is a distractor because while "switches for distribution" sounds plausible, the IE5000's distribution-layer role emphasizes its routing (Layer 3) capability, not just switching.

Memory tip: Think of the IE5000 as doing "double duty" - it's a tough industrial switch that also routes traffic upward. Associate it with Access + Distribution routing, and remember: the "D" in distribution matches the "D" in the correct answer choice D.

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