Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR) v1.2ArchitectureHard
A network administrator is configuring a new enterprise campus network that needs to support both wired and wireless clients. The design requires a consolidated management platform that can automate device provisioning, enforce consistent access policies, and provide unified troubleshooting for all connected devices. Which Cisco solution is purpose-built to deliver these capabilities?
- ACisco Meraki Dashboard
- BCisco DNA Center
- CCisco Prime Infrastructure
- DCisco WLC (Wireless LAN Controller)
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Correct answer: B. Cisco DNA Center
Cisco DNA Center is Cisco's intent-based networking controller and management platform for enterprise networks. It provides centralized management, automation, assurance, and security capabilities across wired, wireless, and WAN domains, making it purpose-built for the requirements described.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Cisco Meraki Dashboard is a cloud-managed platform, but DNA Center is the specific on-premise/hybrid solution for a comprehensive enterprise campus network with automation and assurance.
- C. Cisco Prime Infrastructure is an older network management solution that provides monitoring and configuration, but lacks the advanced automation, assurance, and intent-based capabilities of DNA Center.
- D. A Cisco WLC manages wireless access points and clients but is not a consolidated management platform for the entire wired and wireless enterprise network with automation capabilities.
Cisco DNA Center
Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) Center is a centralized network management and automation platform that provides a single pane of glass for designing, provisioning, applying policy, and assuring wired and wireless networks.
- Core component of Cisco's Intent-Based Networking (IBN).
- Automates network provisioning and policy deployment.
- Provides end-to-end visibility and assurance.
- Supports wired, wireless, and WAN domains.
Memory trick: Cisco Management: Meraki for Cloud, Prime for legacy, DNA for Intent.