200-301 Question 230
Single answerA company is deploying a Cisco wireless network in a campus environment and requires centralized management for all access points while ensuring high availability. Which Cisco Wireless Architecture and AP mode should they choose to best meet their requirements?
- A
Autonomous AP mode with standalone management
- B
Cloud-based Wireless Architecture with FlexConnect AP mode
- C
Mobility Express Wireless Architecture with local controller
- D
Controller-based Wireless Architecture with lightweight AP mode
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Controller-based Wireless Architecture with lightweight AP mode is ideal for large campus deployments requiring centralized management and high availability. The lightweight APs rely on a central Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) for configuration and management, ensuring scalability and seamless operation across the network. This architecture supports redundancy and advanced features suited for large-scale environments.
- A. Incorrect.
Autonomous AP mode with standalone management does not provide centralized management as each AP operates independently, making it unsuitable for large campus environments.
- B. Incorrect.
Cloud-based Wireless Architecture with FlexConnect AP mode may offer centralized management, but FlexConnect is designed for remote or branch deployments, not for high availability in campus environments.
- C. Incorrect.
Mobility Express Wireless Architecture with a local controller is more suited for small to medium deployments and does not scale well for large campus environments requiring high availability.
- D. Correct.
Controller-based Wireless Architecture with lightweight AP mode is the best choice for large campus environments as it offers centralized management, scalability, and high availability through a central WLC.