300-435 Question 281
Select 4You are tasked with automating the configuration of multiple Cisco Meraki devices across different locations using APIs. Which of the following actions can be performed using the Cisco Meraki Dashboard API to streamline this process?
- A
Retrieve the list of devices in a specific network
- B
Enable Layer 7 firewall rules on an MX security appliance
- C
Deploy a new SSID on multiple networks simultaneously
- D
Upgrade the firmware of a specific Meraki switch
- E
Perform a factory reset on all devices in an organization
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Correct answers: A, B, C, D
Explanation
The Cisco Meraki Dashboard API is a powerful tool for managing and automating tasks across Meraki devices and networks. It supports retrieving device information, applying Layer 7 firewall rules, deploying SSIDs, and upgrading firmware. However, actions like performing a factory reset on all devices require manual intervention or are not directly supported through the API.
- A. Correct.
Correct. The Cisco Meraki Dashboard API provides the ability to retrieve the list of devices within a network, making it easier to manage inventory and configurations programmatically.
- B. Correct.
Correct. Layer 7 firewall rules can be configured on MX security appliances through the Meraki Dashboard API, simplifying security management.
- C. Correct.
Correct. The Meraki Dashboard API allows for SSID deployment across multiple networks, enabling efficient wireless network configuration.
- D. Correct.
Correct. Firmware upgrades on specific devices, such as switches, can be triggered using the Meraki Dashboard API, making device maintenance more efficient.
- E. Incorrect.
Incorrect. Performing a factory reset on all devices in an organization is not supported by the Meraki Dashboard API as a direct function. This typically requires manual intervention or separate API calls for each device.