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SK0-003 · Question #486

Which of the following backup media would be MOST appropriate for router configuration files?

The correct answer is C. Flash drive. For backing up router configuration files, a flash drive is the most appropriate media due to its portability, small size, and ease of use for relatively small data amounts.

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Question

Which of the following backup media would be MOST appropriate for router configuration files?

Options

  • AOptical
  • BTape
  • CFlash drive
  • DHard disk

How the community answered

(52 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • B
    2% (1)
  • C
    90% (47)
  • D
    6% (3)

Why each option

For backing up router configuration files, a flash drive is the most appropriate media due to its portability, small size, and ease of use for relatively small data amounts.

AOptical

Optical media, such as CDs or DVDs, are generally less convenient for frequent, small backups and are becoming obsolete.

BTape

Tape drives are typically used for large-scale, long-term archival backups of vast amounts of data, which is excessive for small router configuration files.

CFlash driveCorrect

Flash drives are highly portable, durable, and offer sufficient storage for small files like router configurations, making them ideal for quick and convenient backups directly from network devices or for field use.

DHard disk

While a hard disk can store the files, it is generally less portable and practical for direct interaction with a router for a quick configuration backup compared to a flash drive.

Concept tested: Backup media selection for network device configurations

Source: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/routers/access/800M/software/rommon/b_rommon_800m_series/b_rommon_800m_series_chapter_01.html

Topics

#backup media#router configuration#flash drive

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