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350-401 Practice Question: Which three statements about Cisco DNA Center…
Which three statements about Cisco DNA Center integration with external systems are true? (Choose three.)
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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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Cisco DNA Center provides a RESTful API that allows external applications to retrieve network inventory and topology data.
DNA Center integrates with various systems for extended functionality. The correct answers cover REST API integration, syslog forwarding, and IPAM synchronization. The wrong answers incorrectly claim direct BGP peering for routing and that SNMP traps are the only northbound interface.
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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Cisco DNA Center provides a RESTful API that allows external applications to retrieve network inventory and topology data.
Why this is correct
Correct because the DNA Center REST API is a primary northbound interface for integration with third-party tools and custom scripts.
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Cisco DNA Center can forward syslog messages to external SIEM systems for centralized logging and analysis.
Why this is correct
Correct because DNA Center supports syslog export to external systems, enabling integration with security and monitoring platforms.
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Cisco DNA Center can synchronize IP address pools with external IPAM solutions such as Infoblox or SolarWinds.
Why this is correct
Correct because DNA Center supports IPAM integration to maintain consistent IP address management across the network.
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Cisco DNA Center establishes BGP peering sessions with external routers to exchange routing information.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect because DNA Center is a management and orchestration platform, not a routing device; it does not participate in BGP peering.
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Cisco DNA Center only supports SNMP traps as the northbound interface for event notifications.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect because DNA Center supports multiple northbound interfaces, including REST API, webhooks, and syslog, not just SNMP traps.
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Key term
Cisco DNA Center
A centralized network management and automation platform from Cisco that provides intent-based networking for easier configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of Cisco devices.
Key term
REST API for Network Devices
A REST API for network devices is a set of rules that allows software applications to communicate with routers, switches, and firewalls using standard web methods like GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE over HTTP or HTTPS.
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