200-301 Question 132
Select 3An IT administrator is configuring a wireless network for a large office building. They want to set up multiple SSIDs to segregate traffic for employees, guests, and IoT devices. Which of the following considerations are important when configuring multiple SSIDs?
- A
Ensure each SSID is mapped to a separate VLAN for traffic segmentation.
- B
Use the same SSID name on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands for seamless roaming.
- C
Disable SSID broadcasting to improve security for all networks.
- D
Limit the number of SSIDs to avoid excessive overhead on the access points.
- E
Assign different security protocols (e.g., WPA3 for employees, WPA2 for guests) to meet device compatibility and security requirements.
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Correct answers: A, D, E
Explanation
When configuring multiple SSIDs, it is crucial to segment traffic using VLANs, limit the number of SSIDs to minimize management overhead, and assign appropriate security protocols to balance security and compatibility. Disabling SSID broadcasting is not a recommended practice, and using the same SSID for both frequency bands is unrelated to managing multiple SSIDs.
- A. Correct.
Mapping each SSID to a separate VLAN ensures proper traffic segregation and enhances network security.
- B. Incorrect.
Using the same SSID for both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands can help with seamless roaming, but it is not specific to configuring multiple SSIDs.
- C. Incorrect.
Disabling SSID broadcasting does not inherently improve security and can cause usability issues; it is not a recommended practice for managing multiple SSIDs.
- D. Correct.
Limiting the number of SSIDs reduces overhead on the access points, as each SSID adds management traffic and can impact performance.
- E. Correct.
Assigning different security protocols ensures compatibility with various devices while maintaining an appropriate level of security for each SSID.