VCP-DCV Configure and Manage vSphere Networking Practice Question
An administrator is configuring a distributed switch with LACP. Which two statements are true regarding LACP support on vSphere distributed switches? (Choose two.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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LACP supports both active and passive modes.
Options A and D are correct. LACP supports both active and passive modes (A). A LAG must be created on the distributed switch for LACP (D). Option B is false because LACP does not automatically distribute traffic based on IP hash; the load balancing algorithm is configured on the LAG. Option C is false because LACP is only supported on distributed switches, not standard vSwitches. Option E is false because LACP can be used for all traffic types, including management and vMotion.
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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LACP supports both active and passive modes.
Why this is correct
DVS supports both LACP modes.
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LACP automatically distributes traffic based on IP hash.
Why it's wrong here
The load balancing policy must be configured in the LAG.
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LACP can be configured on standard vSwitches.
Why it's wrong here
LACP is only supported on distributed switches.
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LACP requires a Link Aggregation Group (LAG) to be created on the distributed switch.
Why this is correct
A LAG must be defined for LACP.
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LACP is only supported for virtual machine traffic, not for management or vMotion.
Why it's wrong here
LACP can be used with any traffic type, though it's not recommended for management.
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