SD-WAN-Engineer Deployment And Configuration Practice Question
When deploying a new ION device, which Prisma SD-WAN component is primarily used to initiate the zero-touch provisioning process?
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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Controller
The ION device reaches out to the Controller during the initial bootstrap process to pull its configuration and firmware.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Prisma Access
Why it's wrong here
Prisma Access is the security service edge component, not the provisioning service.
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Controller
Why this is correct
The Controller manages the ZTP process and configuration pushing.
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CloudBlades
Why it's wrong here
CloudBlades are for third-party integrations.
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Prisma SD-WAN Plugin
Why it's wrong here
This is used for Panorama integration.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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