PCNE Implementing Hybrid Interconnectivity Practice Question
An organization has an on-premises router that only supports static routing and does not support BGP. They need private connectivity to a single Google Cloud VPC. Which solution should they use?
⚠ Common exam trap
Google Cloud often tests the misconception that Cloud VPN or Partner Interconnect can operate without BGP, but in Google Cloud, all VPN and Partner Interconnect solutions require BGP for dynamic routing, while Dedicated Interconnect uniquely supports static routing.
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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Dedicated Interconnect with static routing
Dedicated Interconnect supports static routing, which is required because the on-premises router does not support BGP. This solution provides direct, private connectivity to a single Google Cloud VPC without relying on dynamic routing protocols, making it the correct choice for this scenario.
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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Cloud VPN with dynamic routing (BGP)
Why it's wrong here
On-prem router does not support BGP, so cannot use dynamic routing.
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Ha VPN with policy-based routing
Why it's wrong here
HA VPN requires BGP; policy-based is not available for HA VPN.
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Dedicated Interconnect with static routing
Why this is correct
Dedicated Interconnect supports configuring static routes for the VLAN attachment without needing BGP.
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Partner Interconnect with BGP
Why it's wrong here
Partner Interconnect requires BGP.
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