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R1 will drop the packet if it does not match a route table entry.
R1 will drop the packet if it does not match a route table entry.
True
When addressing a packet to PC3, PC1 sends it directly without using a default gateway.
When addressing a packet to PC3, PC1 sends it directly without using a default gateway.
False
If a destination IP address matches a static route entry, R1 will use that static route to identify the next-hop IP address.
If a destination IP address matches a static route entry, R1 will use that static route to identify the next-hop IP address.
True
R1 encapsulates the packet in a new frame before forwarding it to R2.
R1 encapsulates the packet in a new frame before forwarding it to R2.
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R2 processes the packet differently than R1 does.
R2 processes the packet differently than R1 does.
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If none of the specific routes match the destination network, R1 will automatically use a static route.
If none of the specific routes match the destination network, R1 will automatically use a static route.
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The configuration of a default static route is optional for R1 to forward packets.
The configuration of a default static route is optional for R1 to forward packets.
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Static routes can dynamically change based on network conditions.
Static routes can dynamically change based on network conditions.
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R2 sends packets out of its interface S0/1/1 towards R4.
R2 sends packets out of its interface S0/1/1 towards R4.
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R3 uses an ARP request to find the MAC address of PC3 if it does not exist in the ARP table.
R3 uses an ARP request to find the MAC address of PC3 if it does not exist in the ARP table.
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An administrator entering a wrong configuration can lead to network failures.
An administrator entering a wrong configuration can lead to network failures.
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The destination MAC address used by R3 for PC3 is its own interface MAC address.
The destination MAC address used by R3 for PC3 is its own interface MAC address.
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Network administrators should be familiar with tools to isolate routing problems quickly.
Network administrators should be familiar with tools to isolate routing problems quickly.
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If R3 cannot find a match for a destination in its routing table, it will drop the packet.
If R3 cannot find a match for a destination in its routing table, it will drop the packet.
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Traceroute uses ICMP echo reply messages to verify the path to the destination network.
Traceroute uses ICMP echo reply messages to verify the path to the destination network.
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The command 'ping' is used to check Layer 2 connectivity to a destination.
The command 'ping' is used to check Layer 2 connectivity to a destination.
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PC3 sends an ARP reply with its MAC address as soon as R3 sends out an ARP request.
PC3 sends an ARP reply with its MAC address as soon as R3 sends out an ARP request.
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The command 'show ip route' is used to check the operational status of device interfaces.
The command 'show ip route' is used to check the operational status of device interfaces.
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Oversaturated links can cause network failures.
Oversaturated links can cause network failures.
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Extended pings from the R1 G0/0/0 interface to PC3 are successful.
Extended pings from the R1 G0/0/0 interface to PC3 are successful.
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The command 'show ip interface brief' can verify the IP address of a device interface.
The command 'show ip interface brief' can verify the IP address of a device interface.
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R3 encapsulates the packet in a new frame using the G0/0/0 MAC address as the destination MAC address.
R3 encapsulates the packet in a new frame using the G0/0/0 MAC address as the destination MAC address.
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R1 can successfully ping both R2 and R3 from its S0/1/0 interface.
R1 can successfully ping both R2 and R3 from its S0/1/0 interface.
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The gateway of last resort is set on R2 according to its routing table.
The gateway of last resort is set on R2 according to its routing table.
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Removing an incorrect static route can solve connectivity problems.
Removing an incorrect static route can solve connectivity problems.
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The subnet 172.16.1.0/24 is directly connected to a GigabitEthernet interface.
The subnet 172.16.1.0/24 is directly connected to a GigabitEthernet interface.
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Layer 1 and 2 connectivity can be validated by the command 'show cdp neighbors'.
Layer 1 and 2 connectivity can be validated by the command 'show cdp neighbors'.
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A new static route cannot resolve the connectivity issue described in the scenario.
A new static route cannot resolve the connectivity issue described in the scenario.
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When a packet matches a static route entry, the router uses the static route to identify the next hop IP address or exit interface.
When a packet matches a static route entry, the router uses the static route to identify the next hop IP address or exit interface.
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If the destination IP address does not match any route table entry, the router will send the packet back to the source without any ICMP message.
If the destination IP address does not match any route table entry, the router will send the packet back to the source without any ICMP message.
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The router uses the MAC address of the destination host as the source MAC address when encapsulating the packet in a new frame.
The router uses the MAC address of the destination host as the source MAC address when encapsulating the packet in a new frame.
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ARP requests are sent out of the Ethernet interface if there is no existing ARP entry for the destination IP address.
ARP requests are sent out of the Ethernet interface if there is no existing ARP entry for the destination IP address.
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Common IOS troubleshooting commands for IPv4 static and default routes include commands like ping and show ip interface brief.
Common IOS troubleshooting commands for IPv4 static and default routes include commands like ping and show ip interface brief.
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The IP address 172.16.3.0/24 is a directly connected network.
The IP address 172.16.3.0/24 is a directly connected network.
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The command 'ip route 172.16.3.0 255.255.255.0 172.16.2.1' is used to configure a static route.
The command 'ip route 172.16.3.0 255.255.255.0 172.16.2.1' is used to configure a static route.
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The network 192.168.1.0/24 is variably subnetted.
The network 192.168.1.0/24 is variably subnetted.
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The static route to 192.168.2.0/24 points to the next-hop address 192.168.1.1.
The static route to 192.168.2.0/24 points to the next-hop address 192.168.1.1.
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IPv6 static routes can be configured alongside IPv4 static routes.
IPv6 static routes can be configured alongside IPv4 static routes.
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A host sends a packet directly to an external host without going through a default gateway.
A host sends a packet directly to an external host without going through a default gateway.
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The packet arrives on a router interface and decapsulates before checking the routing table.
The packet arrives on a router interface and decapsulates before checking the routing table.
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The notation '/32' indicates a single host address in a subnet.
The notation '/32' indicates a single host address in a subnet.
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The network 172.16.2.0/32 is connected via Serial0/l/0.
The network 172.16.2.0/32 is connected via Serial0/l/0.
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Troubleshooting of routing issues is included in the objectives of the structured design lab.
Troubleshooting of routing issues is included in the objectives of the structured design lab.
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Study Notes
Module Objectives
- Understand packet processing when static routes are configured.
- Identify and troubleshoot common issues with static and default route configurations.
Packet Processing with Static Routes
- A router processes packets by checking the destination address against the routing table.
- If a packet's destination matches a static route, the router uses it to find the next-hop address or exit interface.
- If there's no match to a specific route, the default static route (if configured) is used.
- If still unmatched, the packet is dropped, and an ICMP message is sent back to the sender.
- When forwarding, routers encapsulate packets in new frames as they travel through multiple interfaces toward the destination.
Troubleshooting IPv4 Static and Default Route Configuration
- Network issues can arise from interface failures, dropped connections, saturated links, or improper configurations.
- Network administrators must utilize effective tools and commands for diagnosing routing problems.
Common Troubleshooting Commands
- ping: Tests Layer 3 connectivity; extended options are available for deeper analysis.
- traceroute: Determines the path to a destination network using ICMP echo replies.
- show ip route: Displays the routing table to verify available routes for specific destination IPs.
- show ip interface brief: Provides the operational status of device interfaces and their associated IP addresses.
- show cdp neighbors: Lists directly connected Cisco devices, useful for Layer 1 and Layer 2 connectivity checks.
Solving Connectivity Problems
- Example scenario: Connectivity fails from PC1 to PC3, diagnosing involves:
- Extended pings from R1 to PC3 failing, while successful pings occur between R1, R2, and R3.
- Analyzing R2's routing table indicated a missing default route and incorrect static route entries.
- Correcting the static route resolves the connectivity issue.
Module Practice and Quiz
- Packets sent from one host to another go to a default gateway where they are decapsulated.
- The router checks routing table entries; if found, it encapsulates and forwards the packet accordingly.
- At the receiving network, the destination router finds the matching Ethernet interface and uses the ARP protocol to determine the MAC address of the destination host.
- If no ARP entry exists, a request is sent, and upon receiving the reply, the router encapsulates the packet in a new frame for forwarding.
- Key commands for troubleshooting included: ping, traceroute, show ip route, show ip interface brief, and show cdp neighbors detail.
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This quiz focuses on Module 16 of the Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials v7.0 course. You'll learn to troubleshoot static and default route configurations and understand how routers process packets with static routes. Test your knowledge on key concepts and practical applications within this module.
