350-601 Network Practice Question
In a Cisco NX-OS environment, which command is used to verify the operational state of a virtual Port Channel (vPC) peer link?
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the distinction between commands that show configuration versus operational state, leading candidates to mistakenly choose 'show running-config vpc' (which only shows static configuration) instead of 'show vpc brief' (which shows live operational status).
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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show vpc brief
The 'show vpc brief' command displays the operational state of the vPC peer link, including whether the peer link is up, the role of the switch (primary/secondary), and the status of the vPC domain. This command is specifically designed to verify the health and operational status of the vPC peer link and member ports in a Cisco NX-OS environment.
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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show vpc brief
Why this is correct
Displays vPC peer status, peer-link status, and consistency.
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show port-channel summary
Why it's wrong here
Shows port-channel summary, not vPC peer link status.
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show running-config vpc
Why it's wrong here
Shows vPC configuration, not operational status.
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show vpc consistency-parameters
Why it's wrong here
Shows consistency parameters, not peer-link status.
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