The answer is that the script will successfully configure the telemetry subscription on the Cisco IOS-XE device and print the resulting configuration output. This is correct because Netmiko’s `send_config_set()` method enters global configuration mode and applies each command in the list sequentially, and the provided commands—such as `telemetry ietf subscription 200` and `receiver ip address 10.1.1.100 port 50051 protocol grpc-tcp`—are syntactically valid for IOS-XE model-driven telemetry. On the ENCOR 350-401 exam, this scenario tests your understanding of how to automate telemetry configuration using Python, a key skill for network programmability topics. A common trap is confusing `send_config_set()` with `send_command()`; the former applies config changes, while the latter only shows output. Remember the memory tip: “Config set, not command get” to distinguish between applying changes versus retrieving show output.
CCNP Model-Driven Telemetry Practice Question
This 350-401 practice question tests your understanding of model-driven telemetry. 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.
A Python script using Netmiko to configure telemetry on a Cisco IOS-XE device:
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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The script will configure the telemetry subscription and print the configuration output.
The script connects to the device, enters configuration mode, applies the telemetry subscription commands, and prints the output. The commands are syntactically correct for IOS-XE, so the configuration should be applied successfully.
Key principle: Authentication proves identity; authorization controls what that identity can do after login. Both must work for full privileged access.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
✓
The script will configure the telemetry subscription and print the configuration output.
Why this is correct
The script uses correct Netmiko syntax and valid IOS-XE commands.
Related concept
Authentication checks who the user is.
✗
The script will fail because 'telemetry ietf subscription' is not a valid command.
Why it's wrong here
This is a valid command on IOS-XE 16.6+.
✗
The script will fail because 'send_config_set' requires a list of strings.
Why it's wrong here
The commands are already in a list, which is correct.
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The script will fail because the device_type should be 'cisco_xe'.
Why it's wrong here
Both 'cisco_ios' and 'cisco_xe' are accepted for IOS-XE devices.
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.
Trap categories for this question
Command / output trap
This is a valid command on IOS-XE 16.6+.
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 small business has 20 workstations on the 192.168.1.0/24 network and one public IP from its ISP. The router uses PAT (NAT overload) so all 20 devices share one public address using different source ports. NAT questions test whether you understand the four address terms and which direction each translation applies.
What to study next
Got this wrong? Here's your next step.
Review Cisco AAA concepts — authentication, authorization, and accounting. Study privilege levels (0–15), command authorization under TACACS+, and how RADIUS differs. Then practise related 350-401 questions on access control and AAA configuration.
Model-Driven Telemetry — This question tests Model-Driven Telemetry — Authentication checks who the user is..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: The script will configure the telemetry subscription and print the configuration output. — The script connects to the device, enters configuration mode, applies the telemetry subscription commands, and prints the output. The commands are syntactically correct for IOS-XE, so the configuration should be applied successfully.
What should I do if I get this 350-401 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 350-401 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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