300-710 SNCF Deployment Practice Question
You are configuring an NGIPS mode deployment on an FTD device. You need to ensure that the FTD can drop malicious traffic in real-time. Which mode must you select?
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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Inline Mode
Inline mode allows the FTD to actively inspect and drop packets, whereas passive mode only inspects traffic via a copy/span port and cannot drop packets.
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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Promiscuous Mode
Why it's wrong here
Promiscuous mode is a legacy term often synonymous with passive monitoring.
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Inline Mode
Why this is correct
Inline mode places the FTD in the traffic path, enabling dropping and resetting of connections.
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Bypass Mode
Why it's wrong here
Bypass mode prevents inspection of traffic, which is the opposite of the requirement.
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Passive Mode
Why it's wrong here
Passive mode is for monitoring only and cannot block traffic.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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