SISE Architecture And Deployment Practice Question
When configuring a secondary MnT node, what is the 'Primary' versus 'Secondary' relationship regarding log collection?
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
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The Primary collects, Secondary is standby
The Primary MnT is the active log aggregator, and the Secondary MnT acts as a standby, taking over only if the Primary fails.
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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The Secondary collects from specific PSNs only
Why it's wrong here
MnT nodes collect from all PSNs in the cluster.
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Both nodes log simultaneously
Why it's wrong here
Only one MnT is active for log processing at a time.
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The Primary collects, Secondary is standby
Why this is correct
The MnT role is active/standby.
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Nodes load balance the logs
Why it's wrong here
ISE does not load balance log collection.
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