200-301 Question 232
Single answerA network administrator is deploying a Cisco wireless network for a large enterprise. They want to centralize the management of all access points and ensure real-time traffic handling is processed locally at each AP. Which Cisco wireless architecture and AP mode combination should the administrator choose?
- A
Cisco Mobility Express with Autonomous AP mode
- B
Centralized wireless architecture with FlexConnect AP mode
- C
Centralized wireless architecture with Local AP mode
- D
Cloud-based wireless architecture with Monitor AP mode
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The FlexConnect AP mode in a centralized wireless architecture allows for centralized management while enabling the access points to process traffic locally. This balances the need for centralized control with the requirement for local traffic handling in real-time, making it the correct choice for this scenario.
- A. Incorrect.
Cisco Mobility Express with Autonomous AP mode is a solution where APs operate independently without central management. This solution does not meet the requirement for centralized management.
- B. Correct.
Centralized wireless architecture with FlexConnect AP mode allows centralized management while enabling local traffic handling at each AP, which meets the requirements stated in the scenario.
- C. Incorrect.
Centralized wireless architecture with Local AP mode centralizes traffic handling at the Wireless LAN Controller (WLC), which does not meet the requirement for local traffic processing.
- D. Incorrect.
Cloud-based wireless architecture with Monitor AP mode focuses on monitoring and does not handle traffic in real-time or enable local traffic processing.