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Quick Answer
The correct sequence begins with 'configure terminal' to enter global configuration mode, then 'router ospf 1' to initiate the OSPF process, followed by the two network statements for 192.168.10.0/24 and 10.0.0.0/24 in area 0, then the 'passive-interface GigabitEthernet0/0' command under the OSPF router configuration, and finally 'end' to return to privileged EXEC mode. This order is correct because the network commands must be issued under the OSPF router sub-mode to define which interfaces participate in OSPF before applying the passive-interface restriction, which suppresses Hello packets on that interface while still advertising its subnet. On the CCNA 200-301 v2 exam, this drag-and-drop task tests your understanding of single-area OSPFv2 configuration workflow and the purpose of a passive interface—a common trap is placing the passive-interface command before the network statements, which still works but violates Cisco’s recommended logical flow. A reliable memory tip is “Global, OSPF, Networks, Passive, End”—or simply “GONE Passive End” to recall the five-step sequence.
CCNA IP Routing Practice Question
This 200-301 practice question tests your understanding of ip routing. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Drag and drop the following steps into the correct order to configure single‑area OSPFv2 on a router, advertise the 192.168.10.0/24 and 10.0.0.0/24 networks in area 0, and set the GigabitEthernet0/0 interface as passive.
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Enter global configuration mode using the 'configure terminal' command.
The correct sequence is: (1) Enter global configuration mode with 'configure terminal' – this is required before any configuration commands. (2) Initiate the OSPF process with 'router ospf 1' – this places the CLI into OSPF router configuration mode where the remaining commands are issued. (3) Advertise the 192.168.10.0/24 network in area 0 – the 'network' command must be issued under OSPF router mode to inject the connected network into OSPF. (4) Advertise the 10.0.0.0/24 network – a second 'network' statement; the order of network commands is interchangeable but they must be configured before setting passive interfaces in a logical workflow. (5) Configure GigabitEthernet0/0 as a passive interface – this prevents OSPF Hello packets and neighbor adjacency on that interface while still advertising its subnet, and it is configured under OSPF router mode. (6) Return to privileged EXEC mode with 'end' – exits configuration mode and returns to the enable prompt. While setting a passive interface before the network statement does not break the configuration, Cisco documentation suggests adding networks first to clearly define which interfaces participate in OSPF before applying passive-interface restrictions.
Key principle: Authentication proves identity; authorization controls what that identity can do after login. Both must work for full privileged access.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: authentication is not authorization
Logging in proves the user can authenticate. It does not automatically mean the user is allowed to enter privileged or configuration mode. Watch for AAA authorization, privilege level and command authorization details.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This kind of question is testing the difference between identity and permission. A user may successfully log in to a router because authentication is working, but still fail to enter configuration mode because authorization is missing, misconfigured or mapped to a lower privilege level.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Authentication checks who the user is.
- Authorization controls what the user is allowed to do after login.
- Privilege levels affect access to EXEC and configuration commands.
- AAA, TACACS+ and RADIUS can separate login success from command access.
TExam Day Tips
- Do not assume successful login means full administrative access.
- Look for words such as cannot enter configuration mode, privilege level, authorization or command access.
- Separate login problems from permission problems before choosing the answer.
Key takeaway
Authentication proves identity; authorization controls what that identity can do after login. Both must work for full privileged access.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A network engineer at a university connects two campus buildings via a fibre link. Both routers run OSPF, but no adjacency forms — even though both routers can ping each other. The engineer finds one router is in area 0 and the other in area 1. OSPF adjacency requires matching area numbers, hello/dead timers, and network type. IP reachability alone is not enough.
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What does this 200-301 question test?
IP Routing — This question tests IP Routing — Authentication checks who the user is..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Enter global configuration mode using the 'configure terminal' command. — The correct sequence is: (1) Enter global configuration mode with 'configure terminal' – this is required before any configuration commands. (2) Initiate the OSPF process with 'router ospf 1' – this places the CLI into OSPF router configuration mode where the remaining commands are issued. (3) Advertise the 192.168.10.0/24 network in area 0 – the 'network' command must be issued under OSPF router mode to inject the connected network into OSPF. (4) Advertise the 10.0.0.0/24 network – a second 'network' statement; the order of network commands is interchangeable but they must be configured before setting passive interfaces in a logical workflow. (5) Configure GigabitEthernet0/0 as a passive interface – this prevents OSPF Hello packets and neighbor adjacency on that interface while still advertising its subnet, and it is configured under OSPF router mode. (6) Return to privileged EXEC mode with 'end' – exits configuration mode and returns to the enable prompt. While setting a passive interface before the network statement does not break the configuration, Cisco documentation suggests adding networks first to clearly define which interfaces participate in OSPF before applying passive-interface restrictions.
What should I do if I get this 200-301 question wrong?
Review Cisco AAA concepts — authentication, authorization, and accounting. Study privilege levels (0–15), command authorization under TACACS+, and how RADIUS differs. Then practise related 200-301 questions on access control and AAA configuration.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Authentication checks who the user is.
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