H12-821_V1.0 Exam Results

OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) mandates that the backbone area (Area 0) serves as the central area for routing information exchange. To avoid inter-area routing loops, routing information is only exchanged between the backbone area and non-backbone areas, not directly between two non-backbone areas. Consequently, each Area Border Router (ABR) must connect to the backbone area to facilitate this routing exchange ​.

SSL VPN and Its Functionality:

SSL VPN (Secure Sockets Layer Virtual Private Network) provides secure remote access to a network using SSL/TLS protocols.

SSL VPN operates at the Application Layer of the OSI model. It enables secure communication for applications like web browsers, email clients, and file sharing.

Unlike IPsec VPN, which operates at the Network Layer, SSL VPN focuses on application-specific encryption and authentication.

For first-time configuration of a newly purchased network device, administrators typically use the console port. This direct connection is secure and independent of network configuration, making it suitable for initial setups. Telnet, SNMP, or FTP require prior IP configuration, which is not feasible during the initial setup phase ​.

 IS-IS Interface Types

IS-IS interfaces are categorized based on physical link characteristics:

Point-to-Point (P2P): Direct connections between two routers.

Broadcast: Shared medium networks where multiple routers communicate.

 Incorrect Options

C. P2MP and D. NBMA are not standard interface classifications in IS-IS.

 HCIP-Datacom-Core Reference

IS-IS physical link classifications are elaborated in IS-IS link configuration sections​​.