350-601 Network Practice Question
Which Cisco Data Center Network Manager component is used for centralized fabric management and automation of Nexus switches?
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the distinction between DCNM (for traditional Nexus fabric management) and APIC (for ACI fabric management), so candidates mistakenly choose APIC when the question mentions 'automation of Nexus switches' without specifying ACI.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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DCNM
Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) is the centralized management platform specifically designed for fabric management, provisioning, and automation of Nexus switches in data center environments. It provides a single pane of glass for configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting Nexus-based fabrics, including VXLAN EVPN, Cisco ACI, and traditional SAN/Nexus environments.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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DCNM
Why this is correct
Correct: DCNM manages Nexus switches.
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Cisco ISE
Why it's wrong here
ISE is for policy and security.
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Prime Infrastructure
Why it's wrong here
Prime is for campus, not data center.
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APIC
Why it's wrong here
APIC manages ACI fabrics, not generic Nexus.
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