JNCIA-DevOps NETCONF And XML API Practice Question
Which Junos configuration statement enables the NETCONF service over SSH for remote automation clients?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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set system services netconf ssh
Enabling NETCONF on Junos requires configuring the system services netconf ssh hierarchy.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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set system services netconf ssh
Why this is correct
This command starts the NETCONF SSH subsystem on Junos.
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set protocols netconf enable
Why it's wrong here
NETCONF is a system service, not a routing protocol.
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set netconf ssh-server enable
Why it's wrong here
This syntax is invalid.
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set system xml-api netconf enable
Why it's wrong here
This is incorrect Junos syntax.
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