CNX-001 · Question #50
A network architect is working on a physical network design template for a small education institution's satellite campus that is not yet built. The new campus location will consist of two small…
The correct answer is D. Collapsed core. A collapsed core design merges the core and distribution layers into a single layer, leaving only two tiers: the collapsed core and the access layer. This is the correct choice for a small satellite campus with only two buildings and 200 students because the scale does not…
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A network architect is working on a physical network design template for a small education institution's satellite campus that is not yet built. The new campus location will consist of two small buildings with classrooms, one screening room with audiovisual equipment, and 200 seats for students. Which of the following enterprise network designs should the architect suggest?
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- AHybrid
- BDual-layer
- CThree-tier
- DCollapsed core
How the community answered
(56 responses)- A5% (3)
- B13% (7)
- C4% (2)
- D79% (44)
Explanation
A collapsed core design merges the core and distribution layers into a single layer, leaving only two tiers: the collapsed core and the access layer. This is the correct choice for a small satellite campus with only two buildings and 200 students because the scale does not justify the cost and complexity of a full three-tier (core/distribution/access) hierarchy. The collapsed core reduces hardware costs and administrative overhead while still meeting the connectivity needs of a small site. Three-tier (C) is designed for large enterprise campuses. Hybrid (A) typically refers to a mix of topologies or on-prem/cloud. Dual-layer (B) is not a standard enterprise design tier.
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