2V0-41.24 Question 71
Single answerAn organization is deploying VMware NSX to implement logical switching in their virtualized environment. They are concerned about how the management plane interacts with the data plane and the control plane during logical switching operations. Which of the following best describes the function of the management plane in logical switching?
- A
The management plane is responsible for forwarding network traffic between virtual machines using logical switches.
- B
The management plane provides a centralized interface for configuring, monitoring, and managing logical switching components.
- C
The management plane establishes dynamic network paths and ensures packet delivery within logical switches.
- D
The management plane performs MAC address learning and VLAN translation on logical switches.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The management plane in logical switching is primarily responsible for providing a centralized interface for configuration, monitoring, and management. It allows administrators to define logical switch settings and policies via tools like NSX Manager. The actual packet forwarding and network path determination are handled by the data plane and control plane, respectively.
- A. Incorrect.
This is incorrect. Forwarding network traffic is the responsibility of the data plane, not the management plane.
- B. Correct.
This is correct. The management plane provides the interface for administrators to configure, monitor, and manage logical switching, typically through tools like NSX Manager.
- C. Incorrect.
This is incorrect. Establishing dynamic network paths and ensuring packet delivery are tasks handled by the control plane.
- D. Incorrect.
This is incorrect. MAC address learning and VLAN translation are typically functions of the data plane or the control plane, not the management plane.