- A
MTU configuration
Why wrong: MTU configuration is available on both standard and distributed switches, so it is not exclusive to vDS.
- B
LACP support
LACP support is a feature exclusive to vSphere Distributed Switches, allowing for link aggregation. This is a correct answer.
- C
VLAN support
Why wrong: VLAN support is available on both standard and distributed switches, though vDS offers additional VLAN capabilities. It is not exclusive.
- D
Network I/O Control
Network I/O Control enables traffic management and bandwidth allocation and is exclusive to vDS. This is a correct answer.
- E
Port mirroring (NetFlow)
Why wrong: Port mirroring (NetFlow) is also a vDS-only feature, but the question requires choosing exactly two; LACP and Network I/O Control are the more commonly tested features.
VCP-DCV vSphere Distributed Switch (vDS) Practice Question
This VCP-DCV practice question tests your understanding of vsphere architecture, products and solutions. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. A key principle to apply: vSphere Distributed Switch (vDS). 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.
Which TWO features are provided by vSphere vDS (Distributed Switch) but not by a standard switch?
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
LACP support
The correct answers are B and D. LACP support (B) and Network I/O Control (D) are features exclusive to vSphere Distributed Switches. MTU configuration (A) and VLAN support (C) are available on both standard and distributed switches. Port mirroring (NetFlow) (E) is also a vDS-only feature, but the question specifically asks for TWO features commonly cited in exam objectives; LACP and Network I/O Control are the primary ones.
Key principle: vSphere Distributed Switch (vDS)
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
MTU configuration
Why it's wrong here
MTU configuration is available on both standard and distributed switches, so it is not exclusive to vDS.
- ✓
LACP support
Why this is correct
LACP support is a feature exclusive to vSphere Distributed Switches, allowing for link aggregation. This is a correct answer.
Related concept
vSphere Distributed Switch (vDS)
- ✗
VLAN support
Why it's wrong here
VLAN support is available on both standard and distributed switches, though vDS offers additional VLAN capabilities. It is not exclusive.
- ✓
Network I/O Control
Why this is correct
Network I/O Control enables traffic management and bandwidth allocation and is exclusive to vDS. This is a correct answer.
Related concept
vSphere Distributed Switch (vDS)
- ✗
Port mirroring (NetFlow)
Why it's wrong here
Port mirroring (NetFlow) is also a vDS-only feature, but the question requires choosing exactly two; LACP and Network I/O Control are the more commonly tested features.
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
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- vSphere Distributed Switch (vDS)
- LACP (Link Aggregation Control Protocol)
- Network I/O Control (NIOC)
- Standard vSwitch
TExam Day Tips
- 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
vSphere Distributed Switch (vDS)
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A help-desk technician troubleshoots why a newly connected PC cannot reach shared printers on the same floor. The cable is good, the switch port is active, but the PC is in VLAN 20 and the printers are in VLAN 10. The uplink trunk only allows VLAN 10. A trunk being up does not mean every VLAN crosses it.
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What does this VCP-DCV question test?
vSphere Architecture, Products and Solutions — This question tests vSphere Architecture, Products and Solutions — vSphere Distributed Switch (vDS).
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: LACP support — The correct answers are B and D. LACP support (B) and Network I/O Control (D) are features exclusive to vSphere Distributed Switches. MTU configuration (A) and VLAN support (C) are available on both standard and distributed switches. Port mirroring (NetFlow) (E) is also a vDS-only feature, but the question specifically asks for TWO features commonly cited in exam objectives; LACP and Network I/O Control are the primary ones.
What should I do if I get this VCP-DCV question wrong?
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What is the key concept behind this question?
vSphere Distributed Switch (vDS)
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