2V0-41.24 Question 44
Single answerAn organization is implementing VMware NSX-T to enable network virtualization in their data center. They have deployed transport nodes and configured transport zones. The network administrator is now tasked with selecting the appropriate switch type to establish the connection between the transport nodes and the transport zones. Which statement correctly describes the relationship between these components?
- A
Transport nodes can connect to transport zones using either a Virtual Distributed Switch (VDS) or an N-VDS, depending on the NSX version and deployment type.
- B
Transport nodes can only connect to transport zones using N-VDS, as VDS is not supported for NSX-T environments.
- C
A transport zone is directly mapped to a Virtual Distributed Switch (VDS) and does not require transport nodes for data plane connectivity.
- D
Transport nodes automatically select the appropriate transport zone connection type and do not require administrator configuration.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The relationship between transport nodes, transport zones, VDS, and N-VDS is fundamental in NSX-T. Transport zones define the scope of network connectivity and logically group transport nodes. Transport nodes provide the data plane connectivity and can connect to transport zones using either VDS or N-VDS, depending on the deployment requirements and NSX version. Since NSX-T 3.0, VDS is supported as an alternative to N-VDS, providing flexibility in switch selection.
- A. Correct.
This is correct. Transport nodes can connect to transport zones using either a VDS or an N-VDS. The choice depends on the NSX version being used and the specific deployment requirements. Starting with NSX-T 3.0, VDS became supported for transport zones in addition to N-VDS.
- B. Incorrect.
This is incorrect. While N-VDS is supported in NSX-T, VDS is also supported starting with NSX-T 3.0, making this statement inaccurate.
- C. Incorrect.
This is incorrect. A transport zone is not directly mapped to a VDS. Transport nodes are required to provide data plane connectivity, and transport zones serve as a logical construct to group transport nodes.
- D. Incorrect.
This is incorrect. Transport nodes do not automatically select the transport zone or connection type. Administrators must configure these relationships during NSX-T deployment.