In Huawei devices, advanced ACLs use a number range from 3000 to 3999. These ACLs allow more granular control over traffic by permitting conditions based on source and destination IP addresses, protocol types, and ports, making them suitable for complex filtering requirements​.

Comprehensive Explanation: DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) involves several packet types used in the process of assigning IP addresses. These include:

DHCP Discover: The client broadcasts this packet to find available DHCP servers.

DHCP Offer: The DHCP server responds with an IP address offer to the client.

DHCP Request: The client requests the offered IP address from the server.There is no such thing as a "DHCP Rollover" packet. The process continues with the DHCP server sending an acknowledgment to finalize the IP address lease.

Understanding ARP Entries:

Each ARP entry associates a MAC address with an IP address dynamically or statically.

In the table, the MAC address 00e0-fc99-9999 is linked to multiple IP addresses across different interfaces.

Dynamic MAC Address Assignment:

As the host changes its IP address, the MAC address remains consistent.

Conclusion:

The statement is TRUE because the MAC address 00e0-fc99-9999 appears with three different IP addresses dynamically.

References: HCIA-Datacom V1.0 Certification Guide, Chapter 5: ARP Protocol.

Comprehensive Explanation: Netstream is a protocol for flow-based network traffic analysis, not a method for logging into a VRP system. The valid methods for accessing the VRP system include Telnet, Web, and SSH, which are used for remote management and configuration of network devices​

Command Overview:The Huawei Versatile Routing Platform (VRP) uses specific commands to manage file systems and view directory contents. While the dir command is used to list files in the current directory, the pwd command is not supported in VRP environments. Instead, the current working directory is displayed as part of the command prompt in VRP​​​.

Command Analysis:

dir Command:This command is supported and displays the list of files and subdirectories in the current directory. Example:

dir

Output includes filenames, sizes, and other metadata.

pwd Command:The pwd command is commonly used in UNIX/Linux systems to print the current working directory. However, this command is not available on VRP. VRP automatically shows the current directory in its prompt, making pwd unnecessary.

Correct Answer:Since only dir is valid, the statement is false. The correct answer is B (FALSE).

Detailed Explanation:The Type/Length field value of 0x0800 indicates that the upper-layer protocol is IPv4. However, the length of the IPv4 header can range from 20 to 60 bytes, not the length of the entire upper-layer packet. The field refers to the type of the encapsulated protocol, and the length is not constrained to the header alone​​.

OSPF Packet Types:

LSA (Link State Advertisement): Contains topology information that routers use to build their LSDB.

LSU (Link State Update): Used to transmit multiple LSAs.

LSR (Link State Request): Requests specific LSAs from a neighbor router.

LSACK (Link State Acknowledgment): Confirms receipt of LSU packets​​.

Correct Packet for Acknowledgment:The LSACK packet is specifically designed to acknowledge LSU packets. Without acknowledgment, the LSU might be retransmitted unnecessarily.

Correct Answer:The OSPF packet used for acknowledgment is D (LSACK).

Given correct configuration, hosts within the same subnet should be able to communicate, so the host at 10.0.12.1 can ping the host at 10.0.12.2. This scenario assumes correct interconnectivity and absence of firewall or ACL rules that would block the communication​.

Network Communication Types:

A: Downloading emails is an example of client-server communication.

B: Accessing a website involves HTTP/HTTPS communication.

C: Chatting via instant messaging involves real-time data exchange using protocols like XMPP or WebSockets.

D: Watching online videos involves streaming protocols like HTTP Live Streaming (HLS).

Conclusion:

All options represent common types of network communication between devices.

References: HCIA-Datacom V1.0 Certification Guide, Chapter 7: Network Applications.

Detailed Explanation:The 802.11ax standard, also known as Wi-Fi 6, supports theoretical speeds over 5 Gbit/s and is designed for high-efficiency wireless networking in dense environments. (Reference: HCIA-WLAN Training Material, IEEE 802.11 Standards)

VLAN Assignment Overview:VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) assignment is a critical step in campus network planning. It involves logically segmenting a network to improve manageability, security, and performance. Huawei recommends various approaches based on specific needs.

Analysis of Options:

Option A: "VLAN assignment by service type"This method groups devices based on the type of service they require (e.g., voice, video, data). It helps in isolating traffic for different service types, improving QoS and security. This is a common practice in network planning​​.

Option B: "VLAN assignment by logical area"Logical area-based assignment groups devices based on their logical function in the network (e.g., core, access, distribution). It ensures proper segmentation and alignment with network topology​.

Option C: "VLAN assignment by geographic area"Assigning VLANs based on geographic areas (e.g., floors in a building, departments) helps localize traffic within a region, reducing unnecessary cross-network traffic​​.

Option D: "VLAN assignment by personnel structure"While this option suggests assigning VLANs based on organizational structure (e.g., employees, managers), it is not a typical practice in VLAN assignment. It lacks scalability and alignment with network topology, making it an inefficient approach​.

Correct Answers:The valid VLAN assignment methods in campus network planning are:

A. By service type

B. By logical area

C. By geographic area

Router Functionality:Routers operate at the Network Layer (Layer 3) of the OSI model. They use IP addresses to forward packets between different networks and determine the best path for data transmission based on routing tables​​.

Analysis of Options:

Option A: "Network layer" is correct, as routers are Layer 3 devices.

Option B: "Transport layer" handles end-to-end communication and reliability (e.g., TCP/UDP), not routing.

Option C: "Data link layer" is for local node-to-node data transfer (e.g., MAC addresses), handled by switches.

Option D: "Application layer" is for user-facing software interactions (e.g., HTTP, FTP).

Correct Answer:Routers work at the A (Network layer).

IPv6 Anycast Address Characteristics:

Option A: True. Packets are delivered to the nearest interface based on routing distance.

Option B: False. Anycast addresses are not designed for load balancing.

Option C: True. Anycast addresses share the same address space as unicast.

Option D: True. Anycast provides redundancy by allowing multiple endpoints to share the same address​​.

Detailed Explanation:The EUI-64 format splits a MAC address into two parts and inserts "FFFE" in the middle. The Universal/Local (U/L) bit is flipped, so a valid EUI-64 address would be 02E0-FCEF-FFFE-0FEC​.

Detailed Explanation:RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol) combines the Blocking, Listening, and Disabled states into Discarding, reducing the number of states to Discarding, Learning, and Forwarding. RSTP does not use a separate Listening state, as in standard STP. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, RSTP Port States)

Main Functions of Routers:Routers primarily operate at the Network Layer (Layer 3) of the OSI model, forwarding data packets based on destination IP addresses and maintaining routing tables for decision-making.

Analysis of Options:

Option A: "Routers forward data packets based on source IP addresses" is incorrect, as routers use the destination IP address in a packet to determine its forwarding path, not the source IP address​​.

Option B: "Routers enable devices on the same network segment to communicate with each other" is not a function of routers. Devices on the same segment communicate using switches or hubs, which operate at the Data Link Layer (Layer 2)​​.

Option C: "Routers forward data packets according to routing tables" is a correct function, as routers rely on routing tables to determine the best path for forwarding packets.

Option D: "Routers learn routes through multiple routing protocols and add them to the routing table" is a correct function of routers in dynamic routing scenarios​.

Correct Answer:The functions A and B are not main functions of routers.

The basic IPv6 header has a fixed length of 40 bytes. Unlike IPv4, the IPv6 header is streamlined, omitting some fields (like header checksum) and standardizing the header size. This simplification reduces processing overhead, enhancing routing efficiency and scalability for modern networks​.

The country-code command is used on an AC (Access Controller) to specify the country code, which aligns the wireless settings with local regulatory standards. Setting the correct country code ensures compliance with regional RF (Radio Frequency) regulations, such as frequency bands and transmission power limits​.

Detailed Explanation:

In RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol), if an edge port receives a BPDU (Bridge Protocol Data Unit), it loses its edge status and becomes a regular STP port. This ensures that the edge port behaves as expected when connecting to another switch.

Detailed Explanation:In a tree topology, nodes are arranged hierarchically with root nodes at the top and leaf nodes at the base. This structure is often used in larger networks because it supports scalability and easy addition of nodes. However, if a higher-level node (e.g., root or intermediate node) fails, all dependent nodes in its subtree lose connectivity. Therefore, faults at higher layers have a more significant impact than faults at the leaves. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, Network Topology Types)

1. Understanding the ACL Rule

The rule:

rule 5 deny source 100.0.12.0 0.0.0.255

Blocks traffic originating from 100.0.12.0/24 (Host B’s network).

This means any packet sent from Host B to Host A will be blocked.

2. Applying the ACL to the Correct Interfaces

Option A: Applied inbound on GE0/0/1 → Blocks packets from Host B before reaching Host A. ✅

Option B: Applied inbound on GE0/0/2 → Blocks packets from Host A before reaching Host B. ✅

3. Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Option C (GigabitEthernet0/0/3):

Interface GE0/0/3 is not connected to Host A or Host B, so applying ACL here is meaningless.

Option D (Outbound on GE0/0/1):

Outbound filtering is less efficient than inbound filtering because it blocks traffic after routing.

4. Correct Approach to Prevent Communication

To completely block communication between Host A and Host B, we must:✅ Block inbound traffic on GE0/0/1 (Host A’s interface)✅ Block inbound traffic on GE0/0/2 (Host B’s interface)

Conclusion:

The correct choices are A and B because they block inbound traffic at the correct interfaces.

Options C and D are incorrect because they apply ACL rules to the wrong interfaces or use inefficient filtering.

References:✅ HCIA-Datacom V1.0 Certification Guide, Chapter 5: ACL Configuration

Comprehensive Explanation: In OSPF (Open Shortest Path First), a router first synchronizes its Link-State Database (LSDB) with its neighbors by exchanging link-state information. Only after this synchronization process is complete does the router transition to the Full state. The Full state indicates that the router has fully converged with its OSPF neighbors and has a complete and up-to-date view of the network topology. Therefore, the router enters the Full state after synchronizing its LSDB, not before.

Detailed Explanation:If the username does not contain the delimiter "@" followed by a domain name, the user is automatically assigned to the default domain. In this case, since the username "huawei" does not specify a domain, the user belongs to the default domain​​.

In STP, the root bridge is elected based on the lowest bridge priority. If there is a tie in bridge priority, the device with the lowest MAC address is selected as the root bridge. This process ensures a stable, predictable root bridge selection in the network​.

STP Forwarding State:In the forwarding state, a port can:

Send and receive BPDUs (Bridge Protocol Data Units).

Learn source MAC addresses from incoming frames.

Forward frames to their destinations​​.

Analysis of Options:

Option A: Correct. Ports in the forwarding state send BPDUs to maintain network topology.

Option B: Incorrect. Ports in the forwarding state do learn source MAC addresses.

Option C: Correct. Ports in the forwarding state receive BPDUs.

Option D: Correct. Ports in the forwarding state forward data frames.

Correct Answer:B. A port in a forwarding state does not learn the source MAC address of a frame is incorrect.

Comprehensive Explanation: In OSPF, an Area Border Router (ABR) is a router that has interfaces in more than one OSPF area, facilitating communication between different areas. If a router has interfaces in only one OSPF area, it is not an ABR. Based on the network structure, it is incorrect to assume that all routers except RTA are ABRs. A router can only be considered an ABR if it has interfaces connecting to multiple OSPF areas. If a router only connects within one area, it is not an ABR.

Detailed Explanation:

• Option A: Incorrect. UDP (User Datagram Protocol) does not use SYN or ACK flags, as it is a connectionless protocol and does not establish a connection before data transfer. SYN and ACK flags are features of TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), which establishes connections using a three-way handshake. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, Transport Layer Protocols)

• Option B: Incorrect. UDP is suitable for delay-sensitive traffic (such as video or voice) because of its low overhead. However, UDP does not have a sequence number field or support reassembly, as it does not guarantee packet order or reliability. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, UDP Characteristics)

• Option C: Correct. TCP requires a three-way handshake to establish a connection and a four-way handshake to terminate it, involving SYN, ACK, FIN flags for reliability. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, TCP Connection Establishment and Termination)

• Option D: Correct. The well-known port number range is defined as 0 to 1023, and these are reserved for widely used protocols such as HTTP, FTP, and DNS. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, Port Numbering)

Detailed Explanation:

Option A is valid; the destination is defined in CIDR format (129.1.0.0/16) with a specified outgoing interface.

Option B is valid; it uses a subnet mask format and specifies a next-hop IP.

Option D is also valid with the destination and mask defined and a next-hop IP.

Option C is incorrect; the syntax reverses the destination and next-hop values.

(Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, Static Routing Configuration)

The root path cost is calculated by summing the costs of each port on the path from the root bridge to the receiving port. In this case, assuming each link has a cost of 200, the total cost to reach the root from the indicated port would be 600, reflecting three hops from the root bridge​.

Comprehensive Explanation: In Software-Defined Networking (SDN), the control plane (which makes decisions about where to send traffic) is separated from the forwarding plane (which actually moves packets to their destinations). This separation allows for centralized control and management of the network, enabling programmability and greater flexibility. SDN controllers manage the control plane, while individual switches or routers handle the forwarding of data.

Comprehensive Explanation: The PVID (Port VLAN ID) is the VLAN to which untagged data frames are assigned on a hybrid port. In this configuration, the port hybrid untagged vlan 4 6 command indicates that VLANs 4 and 6 are untagged, and the PVID will be the lowest untagged VLAN, which is VLAN 4. Tagged frames for VLANs 2, 3, and 100 will be forwarded as tagged, but untagged traffic will belong to VLAN 4 by default.

Detailed Explanation:With SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), a Network Management System (NMS) can both monitor device status and configure settings on managed devices using SNMP Set commands. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, SNMP Protocol Functions)

In VRP, the "-a" parameter in the ping command allows specifying a source IP address for the echo request. This can be helpful in testing connectivity from a specific interface on the device, which is useful in verifying path accessibility or troubleshooting issues with certain network segments​.

In VRP, to enter the configuration view for a specific OSPF area, the syntax [Huawei-ospf-1] area 0.0.0.0 is used. This command specifies Area 0 in the correct format (dotted decimal notation) as required by VRP, which supports OSPF multi-area configuration by designating specific area views​.

Detailed Explanation:While a switch will typically forward a unicast frame based on its MAC address table, certain scenarios like port security or VLAN restrictions may prevent the frame from being forwarded even if a MAC entry exists. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, MAC Address Table and Frame Forwarding)

Detailed Explanation:To manage a router in a remote branch office, Telnet is a suitable option as it allows remote access over a network. Unlike a console connection, which requires physical access, Telnet enables remote management as long as the administrator has network connectivity to the router. FTP is used for file transfer, and DHCP is used for dynamic IP address allocation, not for management​​.

Comprehensive Explanation: It is possible for the load balancing modes at both ends of an Eth-Trunk (Ethernet Trunk) to be different, as long as the devices at both ends support the different modes. Load balancing modes control how traffic is distributed across multiple links in the trunk. Although the modes may differ, they must be compatible in terms of ensuring that traffic is appropriately handled across the multiple physical interfaces bundled in the trunk.

Detailed Explanation:In manual load balancing mode, all active interfaces forward traffic, distributing it evenly across links without LACP. This allows for static load balancing. Option B is incorrect because LACP (Link Aggregation Control Protocol) is not involved in manual mode. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, Link Aggregation and Manual Load Balancing)

This explanation was already provided earlier. Please refer to QUESTION NO: 13 at the start.

Trunk Interface Basics:

Trunk interfaces are used to carry traffic for multiple VLANs between switches.

Tagged frames include VLAN identifiers, while untagged frames belong to the native VLAN.

Untagged Frames:

Frames from the native VLAN are sent untagged on the trunk interface.

Conclusion:

Trunk interfaces support both tagged and untagged frames, so the statement is TRUE.

References: HCIA-Datacom V1.0 Certification Guide, Chapter 4: VLAN Basics.

Comprehensive Explanation: WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is the only security policy in this list that supports open link authentication, which means no actual user credentials are required to associate with the network. WEP uses a shared key for encryption but offers minimal protection and is considered insecure. Other security methods like WPA, WPA2-PSK, and WPA2-802.1X use more secure forms of authentication, requiring credentials such as a password or centralized authentication server.

If host A already has host B’s MAC address in its ARP cache, it can send packets directly to host B without needing to perform an ARP request. This cached information allows immediate packet delivery, assuming no network changes have occurred that would invalidate the ARP entry​.

SNMP Agent Functionality:Each network device running SNMP includes an agent process that collects and manages information about the device's operations. This process interfaces with the SNMP manager to provide network monitoring and management capabilities​​.

Detailed Explanation:SNMP-enabled devices can send traps, which are unsolicited messages that notify network administrators of significant events or issues, helping them to detect and resolve problems quickly​.

LACP Active Interface Election Overview:In LACP mode, active interfaces are elected based on interface priorities. If the interface priorities are identical, the system compares the interface numbers, and the one with the smaller number is preferred.

Analysis of Options:

Option A: Incorrect because interface priorities alone are insufficient when multiple interfaces share the same priority.

Option B: Device priorities are not used in this scenario for selecting active interfaces.

Option C: Correct. This process aligns with the behavior described for LACP, where interface priorities are compared first, and interface numbers are used as a tie-breaker.

Option D: Incorrect because interface numbers are only used as a secondary criterion.

Correct Answer:C. Interface priorities are compared first. If priorities of interfaces on the Actor are the same, interfaces with smaller interface numbers are elected as active interfaces​​.

In RSTP, an edge port is intended to connect directly to end devices, not other switches. However, if the edge port receives a BPDU, it will lose its edge status and revert to a standard STP port. This feature prevents loops by reconfiguring the port based on network conditions​.

Detailed Explanation:

Dynamic routing protocols, such as OSPF and RIP, automatically discover and generate routes, adjusting when network topology changes occur. This helps in reducing the manual configuration required by static routes and ensures that the network adapts efficiently to changes such as link failures or the addition of new routes.

Detailed Explanation:Using DHCP provides several advantages:

It helps prevent IP address conflicts because the DHCP server dynamically assigns IP addresses, ensuring each device gets a unique one.

IP addresses can be reused by setting lease times, allowing the DHCP server to recycle addresses from devices that no longer need them.

Centralized configuration management is also possible. If network configuration details such as the DNS server change, the administrator can update these settings on the DHCP server, and all DHCP clients will automatically receive the new information​​.

ICMP and NAPT:ICMP packets do not have port numbers, but NAPT (Network Address and Port Translation) can still manage ICMP traffic by matching identifiers in the ICMP header. This allows NAPT to handle ICMP messages properly​​.

Correct Answer:FALSE. ICMP packets can be handled by NAPT.

Detailed Explanation:In LACP (Link Aggregation Control Protocol), the Actor is elected based on device priority, interface priority, and MAC address. These parameters ensure consistency and determine the active links within the aggregated trunk. The interface number alone is not a determining factor. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP))

A floating static route is configured by assigning a higher preference value to the backup route. This ensures that the backup route (floating route) is used only when the primary route is unavailable. Lower preference values indicate higher priority​.

Detailed Explanation:Each Virtual Access Point (VAP) on an AP is identified by a unique Basic Service Set Identifier (BSSID), which is the MAC address used at the data link layer. The SSID is a human-readable network name, while the BSSID is the technical identifier​.

Detailed Explanation:A device running Standard Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) is not compatible with Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) BPDUs and will discard them upon receipt. STP devices cannot interpret the additional RSTP fields, leading to discarded BPDUs. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, STP and RSTP Compatibility)

Detailed Explanation:LSAs (Link-State Advertisements) are the fundamental OSPF messages used to convey network topology information. LSU (Link-State Update), LSR (Link-State Request), and LSACK (Link-State Acknowledgment) are all types of messages related to OSPF's operations, but "LSA" alone is not a valid OSPF message type​.

Comprehensive Explanation: The quit command is used to return from the system view to the user view in Huawei's VRP (Versatile Routing Platform). This command allows users to exit the current configuration mode and revert to the default user view. For example, when you are in the system view and you want to return to the user view, typing quit takes you back to the initial prompt without saving the current configuration​​.

WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) supports open authentication, which allows any client to associate with the network without verifying credentials. This form of authentication is considered insecure by modern standards, as it provides minimal protection for network access. WPA and WPA2 rely on pre-shared keys or 802.1X authentication, which are more secure and do not use open authentication​.

Comprehensive Explanation: In RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol), the Alternate Port is the backup path to the root bridge. If the current root port fails, the Alternate Port immediately transitions to the forwarding state, providing a new path to the root bridge with minimal delay. This rapid transition is one of the key improvements of RSTP over the older STP protocol. Backup ports, on the other hand, provide redundancy on the same switch, and edge ports are used to connect directly to end devices.

Detailed Explanation:

The subnet 200.200.200.200/30 allows two usable IP addresses, 200.200.200.201 and 200.200.200.202. These two addresses can communicate with each other directly, without the need for routing .

The PVID (Port VLAN ID) for a hybrid port refers to the VLAN that is assigned to untagged traffic. In this case, VLAN 4 is specified as untagged, making it the PVID for this interface. Traffic received without a VLAN tag is associated with VLAN 4 upon entering the switch​.

Detailed Explanation:

Probe Request: Sent by the client to detect nearby APs.

Probe Response: Sent by APs in response to the client’s request.

Beacon: Periodically broadcast by APs to announce their presence and SSID. The Discovery packet type does not exist in the 802.11 standard.

(Reference: HCIA-WLAN Training Material, WLAN Packet Types)

Detailed Explanation:UDP (User Datagram Protocol) is a connectionless protocol that does not provide reliability, packet sequencing, or traffic control. These features are usually managed by TCP, which is used for applications requiring reliable data transmission. UDP’s design makes it suitable for real-time applications, such as video streaming or VoIP, where speed and low latency are prioritized over reliability. (Reference: HCIA-Datacom Training Material, UDP Characteristics)

SNMPv3 was designed with enhanced security and administration features compared to previous versions. It offers robust authentication and encryption to protect against unauthorized access and eavesdropping, as well as improvements in administration with support for notification originators and proxy forwarders. These advancements make SNMPv3 the preferred version for secure network management​.

A broadcast address, with all host bits set to 1, is used for broadcasting messages to all devices within a network segment. It cannot be assigned to a specific host, as its purpose is to reach every device in the subnet. Therefore, it is reserved for broadcast communication and cannot serve as an individual host address​.

Detailed Explanation:The protocol number for TCP in the IPv4 header is 6. Since Telnet uses TCP as its transport layer protocol, the protocol field in the IPv4 header will contain the value 6​​.

In trunk mode, the interface can forward frames tagged with VLANs specified in the allow-pass list (here, VLAN 100) without removing tags. However, if an untagged frame is received, it is assigned to the PVID (here, VLAN 200). This configuration allows both tagged and untagged traffic, with the PVID determining the VLAN for untagged frames​.

The default route preference on Huawei VRP places Direct routes at the highest priority, followed by Static routes, then RIP, and finally OSPF. Direct routes are most trusted as they represent directly connected networks, while OSPF, being a dynamic protocol with more administrative distance, is prioritized lower by default​.

An Access Control List (ACL) serves as a packet filter by defining rules to permit or deny specific traffic types. However, it only affects traffic after being applied to a service module, such as an interface, ensuring that the ACL rules are enforced on traffic traversing that module. Without this application, the ACL will not impact network traffic​.