- A
vSmart controllers are responsible for distributing OMP routes and policies to vEdge routers.
Correct because vSmart controllers act as the central control plane, disseminating Overlay Management Protocol (OMP) information and policy to all WAN Edge devices.
- B
vBond orchestrators authenticate and onboard vEdge routers into the SD-WAN fabric.
Correct because vBond is the orchestrator that authenticates devices and provides the initial list of vSmart and vManage controllers.
- C
vEdge routers function as the control plane devices that maintain the routing table for the entire SD-WAN domain.
Why wrong: Incorrect because vEdge routers are data plane devices that forward traffic; they do not maintain a global routing table for the domain.
- D
vManage is the control plane component that distributes BGP routes to all WAN Edge routers.
Why wrong: Incorrect because vManage is the management plane component used for monitoring and configuration, not for distributing BGP routes.
- E
TLOCs are used by vSmart controllers to redistribute routes between different OMP instances.
Why wrong: Incorrect because TLOCs (Transport Locations) identify the transport endpoints for tunnels; they are not used for route redistribution between OMP instances.
CCNP SD-WAN Architecture Practice Question
This 350-401 practice question tests your understanding of sd-wan architecture. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. 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.
Which two statements about Cisco SD-WAN control plane components are true? (Choose two.)
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
vSmart controllers are responsible for distributing OMP routes and policies to vEdge routers.
The Cisco SD-WAN control plane consists of vSmart controllers that distribute OMP routes and vBond orchestrators that authenticate and onboard devices. vEdge routers are data plane devices, not control plane. vManage is a management plane component. TLOCs are used for transport location identification, not for route redistribution.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
vSmart controllers are responsible for distributing OMP routes and policies to vEdge routers.
Why this is correct
Correct because vSmart controllers act as the central control plane, disseminating Overlay Management Protocol (OMP) information and policy to all WAN Edge devices.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✓
vBond orchestrators authenticate and onboard vEdge routers into the SD-WAN fabric.
Why this is correct
Correct because vBond is the orchestrator that authenticates devices and provides the initial list of vSmart and vManage controllers.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
vEdge routers function as the control plane devices that maintain the routing table for the entire SD-WAN domain.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect because vEdge routers are data plane devices that forward traffic; they do not maintain a global routing table for the domain.
- ✗
vManage is the control plane component that distributes BGP routes to all WAN Edge routers.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect because vManage is the management plane component used for monitoring and configuration, not for distributing BGP routes.
- ✗
TLOCs are used by vSmart controllers to redistribute routes between different OMP instances.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect because TLOCs (Transport Locations) identify the transport endpoints for tunnels; they are not used for route redistribution between OMP instances.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the 350-401 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this 350-401 question test?
SD-WAN Architecture — This question tests SD-WAN Architecture — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: vSmart controllers are responsible for distributing OMP routes and policies to vEdge routers. — The Cisco SD-WAN control plane consists of vSmart controllers that distribute OMP routes and vBond orchestrators that authenticate and onboard devices. vEdge routers are data plane devices, not control plane. vManage is a management plane component. TLOCs are used for transport location identification, not for route redistribution.
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Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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