Quick Answer
The answer is the `cts manual policy static sgt 10` interface configuration command. This is correct because it performs a TrustSec SGT static assignment directly on the switch port, tagging all traffic from the engineering VLAN with Security Group Tag 10 without relying on a dynamic authentication server. The switch then propagates this tag to upstream devices using Cisco TrustSec mechanisms such as SXP or inline tagging, allowing those upstream switches to enforce access policies based on the SGT. On the Cisco SCOR / CCNP Security Core 350-701 exam, this question tests your understanding of manual policy configuration versus dynamic Cisco ISE-based assignment; a common trap is confusing the `static sgt` command with the `cts manual` mode that requires a separate SXP connection. Remember the memory tip: "Static SGT on the port, policy enforced on the core"—the access switch assigns the tag, and upstream switches enforce the rule.
This 350-701 practice question tests your understanding of secure network access, visibility and enforcement. 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 network engineer is implementing TrustSec on a Cisco switch. The goal is to tag traffic from the engineering VLAN with Security Group Tag (SGT) 10 and enforce policies on upstream switches. Which configuration is required on the access switch to propagate the SGT?
cts manual policy static sgt 10
This enables manual SGT tagging on the interface.
switchport voice vlan 10
Why wrong: Voice VLAN configuration does not propagate SGTs.
authentication host-mode multi-domain
Why wrong: Multi-domain authentication is for 802.1X and MAB, not SGT propagation.
spanning-tree portfast
Why wrong: Portfast is for STP, not SGT.
Answer choices
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Correct answer & explanation
cts manual policy static sgt 10
Option A is correct because the 'cts manual policy static sgt 10' command assigns a static Security Group Tag (SGT) to the switch port, which is then propagated to upstream switches via Cisco TrustSec (CTS) using SGT Exchange Protocol (SXP) or inline tagging. This ensures that traffic from the engineering VLAN is tagged with SGT 10, enabling policy enforcement on upstream devices.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
cts manual policy static sgt 10
Why this is correct
This enables manual SGT tagging on the interface.
Related concept
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switchport voice vlan 10
Why it's wrong here
Voice VLAN configuration does not propagate SGTs.
authentication host-mode multi-domain
Why it's wrong here
Multi-domain authentication is for 802.1X and MAB, not SGT propagation.
spanning-tree portfast
Common exam traps
The trap here is that candidates confuse VLAN configuration (e.g., voice VLAN) with Security Group Tag assignment, or assume that authentication or STP features are involved in SGT propagation.
Detailed technical explanation
Cisco TrustSec uses SGTs to classify traffic for policy enforcement; static SGT assignment via 'cts manual policy static sgt' is applied at the access layer and can be propagated using SXP or inline tagging (e.g., with 802.1Q or VXLAN). In a real-world scenario, if the upstream switch does not support SXP, the SGT must be carried in the Ethernet frame using Cisco's proprietary metadata (e.g., CMD or inline tagging), which requires compatible hardware and software.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
A help-desk technician troubleshoots why a newly connected PC cannot reach shared printers on the same floor. The cable is good, the switch port is active, but the PC is in VLAN 20 and the printers are in VLAN 10. The uplink trunk only allows VLAN 10. A trunk being up does not mean every VLAN crosses it.
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Secure Network Access, Visibility and Enforcement — This question tests Secure Network Access, Visibility and Enforcement — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
The correct answer is: cts manual policy static sgt 10 — Option A is correct because the 'cts manual policy static sgt 10' command assigns a static Security Group Tag (SGT) to the switch port, which is then propagated to upstream switches via Cisco TrustSec (CTS) using SGT Exchange Protocol (SXP) or inline tagging. This ensures that traffic from the engineering VLAN is tagged with SGT 10, enabling policy enforcement on upstream devices.
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