300-445 Question 215
Single answerYour company is using a network assurance platform to monitor and manage its enterprise network. The platform has generated an alert indicating high latency between two critical data center switches. Upon investigation, you notice that the alert was triggered due to an anomaly in traffic patterns. Which action should you take to gain deeper insights and address the issue effectively?
- A
Analyze the flow data between the switches to identify specific applications causing the traffic spike.
- B
Immediately disable the affected links between the switches to prevent further latency.
- C
Increase the bandwidth allocation for the switches to handle the high traffic volume.
- D
Use predictive analytics in the network assurance platform to simulate potential fixes before applying changes.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
In the context of network assurance, insights and alerts are critical for identifying and resolving issues proactively. When faced with an alert indicating high latency, the first step should always involve analyzing the underlying data to understand the root cause. By focusing on flow data, you can identify specific traffic anomalies and make informed decisions, rather than applying reactive measures that might exacerbate the issue.
- A. Correct.
Analyzing flow data allows you to pinpoint the root cause of the issue, such as specific applications or devices causing the anomaly, and is the most effective first step in addressing the problem.
- B. Incorrect.
Disabling the affected links without understanding the root cause may worsen the situation and disrupt network operations.
- C. Incorrect.
Increasing bandwidth allocation is not an optimal solution without identifying whether the high traffic volume is legitimate or caused by an anomaly.
- D. Incorrect.
While predictive analytics can be useful, it should be used after identifying the root cause to validate potential solutions rather than as an initial step.