CCNP Architecture Practice Question
A network administrator is configuring a Cisco Catalyst 9000 switch to participate in a StackWise Virtual configuration. The administrator wants to ensure that the switch is ready to be added to an existing StackWise Virtual domain. Which command must be issued on the new switch before it can join the domain?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many exam-takers confuse StackWise Virtual commands with traditional StackWise commands, such as 'switch virtual domain'.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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switch convert mode virtual
To join a StackWise Virtual domain, a standalone switch must first be converted using 'switch convert mode virtual'. This command changes the switch's mode of operation and allows it to form a virtual domain with another switch. After conversion, the domain ID and other parameters can be configured.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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switch convert mode virtual
Why this is correct
The command 'switch convert mode virtual' converts a standalone switch to StackWise Virtual mode. This is required before the switch can join an existing StackWise Virtual domain. It changes the switch's operation to support the virtual domain and prepares it for the stacking connection. Without this conversion, the switch remains in standalone mode and cannot participate in the virtual domain.
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switch virtual domain 1
Why it's wrong here
The command 'switch virtual domain 1' is used in Cisco StackWise (not StackWise Virtual) to configure the domain for a switch stack. StackWise Virtual uses 'stackwise-virtual domain' instead. Using 'switch virtual domain' on a Catalyst 9000 would not properly configure StackWise Virtual and could lead to confusion with traditional stacking.
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stackwise-virtual domain 1
Why it's wrong here
The command 'stackwise-virtual domain 1' is used to configure the domain ID on a switch that is already in StackWise Virtual mode. It does not convert the switch from standalone to virtual mode. If the switch is still in standalone mode, this command is not available or does not have the desired effect. The conversion must happen first.
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stackwise-virtual enable
Why it's wrong here
There is no command 'stackwise-virtual enable' in Cisco IOS XE for StackWise Virtual. The correct command to enable the feature is 'stackwise-virtual' in global configuration mode, but that alone does not convert the switch from standalone to virtual mode. The conversion command is specifically 'switch convert mode virtual'.
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