350-501 Networking Practice Question
Which OSPF area type can import external routes as Type 7 LSAs?
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Why each option matters
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NSSA
NSSA (Not-So-Stubby Area) allows the import of external routes as Type 7 LSAs, which are translated to Type 5 at the ABR.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Stub area
Why it's wrong here
Stub areas block Type 5 LSAs and do not allow external routes.
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Standard area
Why it's wrong here
Standard area allows all LSA types, but does not convert to Type 7.
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NSSA
Why this is correct
NSSA allows external routes as Type 7 LSAs.
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Totally stubby
Why it's wrong here
Totally stubby blocks Type 3/4/5 LSAs.
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