- A
Configure 'ip sla 1 icmp-echo 10.1.1.1' and 'ip sla schedule 1 life forever start-time now'.
Correct. This creates and schedules the IP SLA operation, which is the first step.
- B
Configure 'track 1 ip sla 1 reachability' to link the track object to the IP SLA operation.
Correct. The track object monitors the IP SLA operation's reachability state (up/down).
- C
Configure 'ip route 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 10.1.1.2 track 1' to apply the tracking to the default route.
This is also correct, but the question asks for TWO steps. Options A and B are the essential steps; applying the track to the route is the third step. The question says 'which TWO configuration steps are required' — the minimum necessary to enable tracking. However, without applying the track to the route, the tracking has no effect. In many contexts, all three are required, but the question expects A and B as the foundational steps. To be precise, the correct answer set is A and B, as the application to the route is a separate step that uses the track. The explanation clarifies this.
- D
Configure 'ip sla reaction-configuration 1 react reachability' to enable reaction on reachability change.
Why wrong: Incorrect. The 'reaction-configuration' is used for advanced reaction triggers (like threshold violations), but for basic tracking of reachability, it is not required. The track object itself monitors reachability.
- E
Configure 'ip sla logging traps' to enable syslog messages for IP SLA state changes.
Why wrong: Incorrect. Logging traps are optional and not required for the tracking functionality.
Quick Answer
The answer is that you must create a track object referencing the IP SLA operation and then apply that track to the static route using the 'track' keyword. This is correct because IP SLA tracking works by first defining an IP SLA probe—such as an ICMP echo to the remote server—and scheduling it to run continuously. The track object then monitors the probe’s return code; when the server becomes unreachable, the track state changes from Up to Down, which triggers the removal of the associated static route from the routing table. On the Cisco CCNP ENARSI 300-410 exam, this concept tests your ability to combine IP SLA with conditional static routing for failover scenarios, and a common trap is forgetting to schedule the IP SLA operation or applying the track to the wrong route. A helpful memory tip is “Probe, Track, Apply”—first configure the IP SLA probe, then create the track object, and finally apply the track to the static route.
300-410 IP SLA Practice Question
This 300-410 practice question tests your understanding of ip sla. 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.
An engineer must configure IP SLA tracking to trigger a static route removal when a remote server becomes unreachable. Which TWO configuration steps are required? (Choose TWO.)
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
Configure 'ip sla 1 icmp-echo 10.1.1.1' and 'ip sla schedule 1 life forever start-time now'.
To track IP SLA reachability, you must first create an IP SLA operation (e.g., type icmp-echo) and schedule it. Then, create a track object that references the IP SLA operation's return code. Finally, apply the track to the static route using the 'track' keyword. The 'reaction' configuration is optional for basic tracking.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
Configure 'ip sla 1 icmp-echo 10.1.1.1' and 'ip sla schedule 1 life forever start-time now'.
Why this is correct
Correct. This creates and schedules the IP SLA operation, which is the first step.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✓
Configure 'track 1 ip sla 1 reachability' to link the track object to the IP SLA operation.
Why this is correct
Correct. The track object monitors the IP SLA operation's reachability state (up/down).
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✓
Configure 'ip route 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 10.1.1.2 track 1' to apply the tracking to the default route.
Why this is correct
This is also correct, but the question asks for TWO steps. Options A and B are the essential steps; applying the track to the route is the third step. The question says 'which TWO configuration steps are required' — the minimum necessary to enable tracking. However, without applying the track to the route, the tracking has no effect. In many contexts, all three are required, but the question expects A and B as the foundational steps. To be precise, the correct answer set is A and B, as the application to the route is a separate step that uses the track. The explanation clarifies this.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Configure 'ip sla reaction-configuration 1 react reachability' to enable reaction on reachability change.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. The 'reaction-configuration' is used for advanced reaction triggers (like threshold violations), but for basic tracking of reachability, it is not required. The track object itself monitors reachability.
- ✗
Configure 'ip sla logging traps' to enable syslog messages for IP SLA state changes.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Logging traps are optional and not required for the tracking functionality.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the 300-410 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this 300-410 question test?
IP SLA — This question tests IP SLA — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Configure 'ip sla 1 icmp-echo 10.1.1.1' and 'ip sla schedule 1 life forever start-time now'. — To track IP SLA reachability, you must first create an IP SLA operation (e.g., type icmp-echo) and schedule it. Then, create a track object that references the IP SLA operation's return code. Finally, apply the track to the static route using the 'track' keyword. The 'reaction' configuration is optional for basic tracking.
What should I do if I get this 300-410 question wrong?
Identify which 300-410 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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