300-415 Question 317
Select 4An enterprise network administrator is tasked with deploying a new software image to all SD-WAN edge devices using Cisco vManage. The administrator wants to ensure the image is distributed to all devices without disrupting active data traffic. Which of the following steps should the administrator follow to achieve this goal?
- A
Upload the new software image to the vManage repository.
- B
Use the vManage maintenance window feature to schedule the software upgrade.
- C
Select the 'Force Reboot' option during the image activation process for all devices.
- D
Verify the software image compatibility with the target devices before activation.
- E
Monitor the upgrade progress and validate that all devices are operational post-upgrade.
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Correct answers: A, B, D, E
Explanation
To deploy a new software image without disrupting active traffic, it is important to follow a structured process: upload the image to the vManage repository, schedule the upgrade during a maintenance window, verify compatibility beforehand, and monitor the upgrade to ensure it completes successfully. Avoiding forced reboots is critical to minimizing disruption.
- A. Correct.
Correct: Uploading the image to the vManage repository is the first step in managing software images in an SD-WAN environment.
- B. Correct.
Correct: Using the maintenance window reduces disruption by scheduling the upgrade during a low-traffic period.
- C. Incorrect.
Incorrect: Selecting 'Force Reboot' may disrupt active data traffic, which contradicts the goal of minimizing disruption.
- D. Correct.
Correct: Verifying compatibility ensures that the new software image is suitable for the devices, preventing potential issues during deployment.
- E. Correct.
Correct: Monitoring and validating devices post-upgrade ensures the deployment was successful and devices are operational.