VCP-VVF Troubleshoot And Optimize Practice Question
An administrator is troubleshooting an issue where an ESXi host cannot communicate with other hosts on a different subnet. The administrator suspects an incorrect default gateway. Which esxcli command can the administrator use to inspect the current IPv4 default gateway configuration on the ESXi host?
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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esxcli network ip route ipv4 list
To view the IPv4 default gateway on an ESXi host, administrators use 'esxcli network ip route ipv4 list' or check the network ip interface config.
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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esxcli storage core gateway list
Why it's wrong here
Storage core does not manage network gateways.
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esxcli network vswitch standard gateway show
Why it's wrong here
Standard vSwitches do not manage gateways; routing is handled by the VMkernel TCP/IP stack.
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esxcli gateway get
Why it's wrong here
This command syntax is invalid in ESXi.
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esxcli network ip route ipv4 list
Why this is correct
This command displays the IPv4 routing table, including the default gateway and active subnet routes.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official VMware exam blueprint
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