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NetFlow and Flexible NetFlow →easyMultiple ChoiceObjective-mapped

Understanding Flexible NetFlow Record Configuration with Show Flow Record

This 300-410 practice question tests your understanding of netflow and flexible netflow. Examine the command output carefully: the correct answer depends on what the output actually shows, not on general recall alone. 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.

A network engineer runs the following command to verify Flexible NetFlow record configuration:

R1# show flow record FLOW-RECORD-1

flow record FLOW-RECORD-1 match ipv4 source address match ipv4 destination address match ip protocol collect counter bytes collect counter packets collect timestamp sys-uptime first collect timestamp sys-uptime last

What does this output indicate?

Clue words in this question

Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.

Clue: "first"
Why it matters: Order matters here. You are being tested on which action comes before the others — not which action is generally useful.

A
The record collects only packet counts, not byte counts.
Why wrong: The record collects both counter bytes and counter packets.
B
The record matches on source and destination IP addresses and protocol, and collects byte/packet counters and timestamps.
The output clearly shows match statements for ipv4 source address, destination address, and protocol, and collect statements for bytes, packets, and timestamps.
C
The record does not include any timestamp information.
Why wrong: The record collects both first and last packet timestamps.
D
The record matches on TCP flags.
Why wrong: There is no match for TCP flags in this record.

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Quick Answer

The answer is that this output confirms the Flexible NetFlow record FLOW-RECORD-1 is configured to match on source IP, destination IP, and protocol, while collecting byte and packet counters along with first and last packet timestamps. This is correct because the show flow record command displays the exact match and collect fields defined within the record; the match statements specify which packet attributes define a unique flow, while the collect statements determine what metadata is gathered for each flow. On the Cisco CCNP ENARSI 300-410 exam, this question tests your ability to interpret Flexible NetFlow record configuration output, a common topic in the network assurance and automation section. A frequent trap is confusing match fields (which create flow keys) with collect fields (which are non-key data); here, the three match lines are the keys that aggregate flows, while the collect lines are supplementary counters and timestamps. Memory tip: think of match as “what makes a flow unique” and collect as “what you want to know about that flow.”

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

✓

The record matches on source and destination IP addresses and protocol, and collects byte/packet counters and timestamps.

The output shows the definition of a Flexible NetFlow record. It matches on source IP, destination IP, and protocol, and collects byte and packet counters along with timestamps for the first and last packet of the flow.

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.

✗
The record collects only packet counts, not byte counts.
Why it's wrong here
The record collects both counter bytes and counter packets.
✓
The record matches on source and destination IP addresses and protocol, and collects byte/packet counters and timestamps.
Why this is correct
The output clearly shows match statements for ipv4 source address, destination address, and protocol, and collect statements for bytes, packets, and timestamps.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "first" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
✗
The record does not include any timestamp information.
Why it's wrong here
The record collects both first and last packet timestamps.
✗
The record matches on TCP flags.
Why it's wrong here
There is no match for TCP flags in this record.

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.

What to study next

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What does this 300-410 question test?

NetFlow and Flexible NetFlow — This question tests NetFlow and Flexible NetFlow — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..

What is the correct answer to this question?

The correct answer is: The record matches on source and destination IP addresses and protocol, and collects byte/packet counters and timestamps. — The output shows the definition of a Flexible NetFlow record. It matches on source IP, destination IP, and protocol, and collects byte and packet counters along with timestamps for the first and last packet of the flow.

What should I do if I get this 300-410 question wrong?

Are there clue words in this question I should notice?

Yes — watch for: "first". Order matters here. You are being tested on which action comes before the others — not which action is generally useful.

What is the key concept behind this question?

Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.

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