AHV Networking Ports Overview

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What type of port is used for the AHV host management interface?

VXLAN port

Bonded port

Tap port

Internal port (correct)

Which type of port connects VM virtual NICs to the bridge in AHV?

Tap port (correct)

VXLAN port

Internal port

Bonded port

What is the main function of VXLAN ports in AHV networking?

Handle host management

Manage IP address information (correct)

Provide fault tolerance

Enable physical NIC teaming

How do bonded ports improve network connectivity in the Nutanix environment?

By combining physical interfaces into a unified bond Signup and view all the answers

What purpose do bonded ports serve in AHV networking?

To aggregate physical interfaces into a single bond Signup and view all the answers

In AHV networking, what do bonds represent?

Unified entrance for visitors Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of bridge chaining in AHV?

Enhances network control and security by segmenting network traffic Signup and view all the answers

Where do physical interfaces connect in a bridge chain?

Bridge brX Signup and view all the answers

Which entity acts as the main organizer in an AHV environment?

CVM Signup and view all the answers

What does a vNIC's network mapping to a single VLAN and bridge imply?

Each vNIC has its own dedicated VLAN and bridge Signup and view all the answers

Which tool can be used to manage vNIC networks for user VMs in AHV?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

How does AHV Networking VLAN help in organizing virtualized environments?

By creating separate sections for different groups of guests Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Native Linux Bridge (virbr0) in the context described?

To efficiently manage the flow of data packets between network interfaces Signup and view all the answers

What role does OVS play in the networking setup described?

Provides precise control over guest movement Signup and view all the answers

How does AHV Networking Virtual Switch (VS) benefit the setup?

Consolidates all bridges and uplink connections from different nodes into one system Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the function of OVS from bridges in the network setup described?

OVS provides advanced management control, while bridges facilitate general traffic flow Signup and view all the answers

What best describes the role of AHV (Acropolis Hypervisor) Networking Virtual Switch?

Acts as a central communication hub connecting different teams (AHV nodes) Signup and view all the answers

Why might one choose to use OVS instead of bridges in the networking setup?

For advanced management control Signup and view all the answers