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350-401 PAgP Modes Practice Question
Drag and drop the steps of PAgP EtherChannel negotiation steps into the correct order, from first to last.
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Partner port in desirable mode receives PAgP packets
The correct sequence is: first, the partner port in desirable mode receives PAgP packets (B). Then, both ports exchange PAgP capabilities and parameters (C). Next, the ports agree on the operational key and port parameters (D). Finally, the ports form a single logical EtherChannel bundle (E). This order reflects the negotiation process where parameters are exchanged and agreed before the bundle is formed.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Ports configured with PAgP auto mode send PAgP packets
Why it's wrong here
This step is incorrect. Ports in PAgP auto mode do not send PAgP packets to initiate negotiation; they only respond to received packets. The desirable mode port is the initiator.
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Partner port in desirable mode receives PAgP packets
Why this is correct
This step is correct as the first step. The partner port in desirable mode receives PAgP packets (representing the initiation phase, as the desirable mode port actually sends them).
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Both ports exchange PAgP capabilities and parameters
Why this is correct
Correct. After initiation, both ports exchange PAgP capabilities and parameters to negotiate.
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Ports agree on operational key and port parameters
Why this is correct
Correct. Following capability exchange, the ports agree on the operational key and port parameters.
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Ports form a single logical EtherChannel bundle
Why this is correct
Correct. Finally, the ports form a single logical EtherChannel bundle.
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Last reviewed: Jun 18, 2026
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