Questions and Answers
What is the correct PAgP mode to configure when correcting an EtherChannel misconfiguration?
Why is the order of EtherChannel-related commands significant?
What command can be used to verify that an EtherChannel is operational?
Which incorrect action could lead to STP errors during EtherChannel configuration?
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What must EtherChannel and STP do in relation to each other?
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What might happen if the configuration changes are made incorrectly for EtherChannel?
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What should be done after changing the PAgP mode to desirable?
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What is a common mistake when configuring an EtherChannel?
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What is the primary purpose of EtherChannel?
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Which command is used to verify EtherChannel configuration?
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What mode does PAgP use to negotiate link aggregation when it actively seeks to form a channel?
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How does LACP ensure interoperability with devices that do not support EtherChannel?
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Which command would you use if you want to see the status of a specific EtherChannel port?
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Which command is NOT used to troubleshoot EtherChannel configurations?
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What does the command 'channel-group X mode passive' accomplish in LACP?
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Which statement is true about PAgP modes?
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In the context of link aggregation protocols, what does LACP stand for?
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What is the primary difference between PAgP and LACP?
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Which command can be used to verify an EtherChannel configuration?
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Which condition would prevent assigned ports from forming an EtherChannel?
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What must be compatible for PAgP to work correctly in an EtherChannel?
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What is a common issue when configuring EtherChannel if trunking is inconsistently applied?
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Which of the following PAgP modes must be set consistently between ports for successful negotiation?
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What command is used to display the general status of the port channel interface?
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Which command would you use to verify multiple port channels in a single command?
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When configuring EtherChannel, which PAgP mode ensures passive participation in port aggregation?
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Which command provides specific information about a particular port channel interface?
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What is a primary benefit of configuring a redundant EtherChannel link?
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Which PAgP mode actively initiates the creation of an EtherChannel?
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What becomes the default spanning tree behavior when using EtherChannel?
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Which common troubleshooting step can help identify issues with an EtherChannel configuration?
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If an EtherChannel is not functioning, which command is least likely to be useful in verification?
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What information does the command 'show etherchannel summary' provide?
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What does the output of the show etherchannel summary command indicate when the EtherChannel is down?
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Which command should be used to view the detailed configuration of a port-channel interface?
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Incompatible configured PAgP modes on switches S1 and S2 typically lead to what outcome for EtherChannel?
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What is a potential cause for an EtherChannel connection to be non-operational?
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When troubleshooting an EtherChannel that is down, which of the following is a first step?
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What can be inferred if the EtherChannel remains down despite correct configurations on S1?
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Which PAgP mode must be set identically on both switches for the EtherChannel to form?
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If an EtherChannel is misconfigured, what is the default mode of operation that might cause downtimes?
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What happens when switches have different EtherChannel load balancing settings?
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What is a likely troubleshooting step if the show etherchannel summary indicates 'down' due to PAgP incompatibility?
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Study Notes
EtherChannel Troubleshooting Steps
- Correcting misconfigurations involves changing PAgP mode to desirable to ensure interoperability with STP.
- Entering EtherChannel commands in a specific order is crucial to avoid STP errors that can cause ports to enter a blocking or errdisabled state.
- After correcting the configuration, use the
show etherchannel summary
command to verify that the EtherChannel is now operational.
EtherChannel Configuration in Packet Tracer
- Configure basic switch settings as part of EtherChannel setup.
- Use Cisco PAgP for configuring a standard EtherChannel.
- Implement 802.3ad for advanced EtherChannel configurations.
- Ensure creation of redundant EtherChannel links for enhanced reliability.
Verification Commands for EtherChannel
- Utilize
show interfaces port-channel
to check the status of the port channel interface. - The
show etherchannel summary
command provides a concise summary for each port channel. - For detailed information on specific port channels, use
show etherchannel port-channel
.
Key Terminology and Commands
- Link Aggregation: Combining multiple physical links into a single logical link.
- EtherChannel: A technology that allows bundling several Ethernet links.
- Port Aggregation Protocol (PAgP): A Cisco proprietary protocol for EtherChannel.
- Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP): An IEEE standard for link aggregation.
- Important commands include:
-
channel-group X mode [ desirable | auto | active | passive ]
-
interface port-channel X
-
show interfaces etherchannel
-
Common EtherChannel Issues
- Failure to form EtherChannel due to:
- Ports configured with different VLANs or trunk settings.
- Inconsistent native VLANs across ports.
- Mismatched trunk configuration among group ports.
- Non-compatible dynamic negotiation settings for PAgP and LACP.
Troubleshooting Example
- If the EtherChannel is down, check the output of
show etherchannel summary
. - Inspect the configuration details with
show run | begin interface port-channel
to identify incompatible PAgP modes between connected switches.
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