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During an evaluation of the currently installed network, the IT staff

performs a gap analysis to determine whether the existing network infrastructure can
support the desired new features. At which stage of the Cisco Lifecycle Services
approach does this activity occur?
Prepare Phase
Plan Phase
Design Phase
Implement Phase
Operate Phase
Optimize Phase

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Which stage of the Cisco Lifecycle Services strategy is usually

completed before an organization issues a Request For Proposal (RFP) or Request For
Quotation (RFQ)?
Prepare Phase
Plan Phase
Design Phase
Implement Phase
Operate Phase
Optimize Phase

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 What is the purpose of SNMP?
to facilitate the exchange of information between devices and the NMS
to monitor and control managed network devices
to report user logins to a monitoring station
to verify traffic throughout the network and keep a log of all activity

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During an analysis of a customer network, several possible

opportunities for network improvement are identified. At which stage of the Cisco
Lifecycle Services does this process occur?
Prepare Phase
Plan Phase
Design Phase
 Implement Phase
Optimize Phase
Operate Phase

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2 points for Option 3
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What provides the initial data for the Optimize Phase?

performance monitoring
business goals
technical goals
RFP

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Which two statements are true regarding the response to an RFQ?

(Choose two.)
The response should be brief.
It should strictly conform to the formatting requirements specified by the RFQ.
Only the items that the contracting company will be addressing should be
answered.
The response helps the customer compare pricing with other potential contractors.
The response is more complicated than a response to a RFP.

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Option 2 and Option 4 are correct.
1 point for each correct option.
0 points if more options are selected than required.
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What are two disadvantages of using a bottom-up approach instead

of a top-down approach to network design? (Choose two.)
It can result in an inappropriate network design.
A new design cannot be implemented right away.
It does not take into account the business goals of the company.
This approach is not commonly practiced and is therefore not as well known.
It requires tedious and time-consuming meetings with the customer to develop an
understanding of the organization.

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Option 1 and Option 3 are correct.
1 point for each correct option.
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What is a business constraint that may impact the WAN design of a

company?
company policy regarding specific operating systems on LAN devices
current monitoring protocols implemented on end-user devices
non-availability of end users during implementation
company policy requiring the use of specific vendor networking equipment due to
partnerships

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2 points for Option 4
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 What is the purpose of preparing a business case?
to justify the financial investment in implementing the technology change
to provide an example of a previous job done in the RFP
to define the technical requirements of the network
to define timelines and critical milestones

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What is the purpose of creating a prioritized list of technical

requirements?
defines the project scope
determines the business profitability
creates a feasibility report for analysis
identifies existing and new user groups
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A network engineer is analyzing the network of a potential client

company to identify problems and determine whether a network upgrade or addition is
needed. Which role in the sales team is this engineer assuming?
post-sales field engineer
pre-sales engineer
account manager
network designer

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Which two statements best describe the responsibilities of an

account manager? (Choose two.)
acts as the primary point of contact between the company and the client
directs the sales teams and support personnel
provides technical support to critical clients
selects the equipment and technologies to be used for the client solution
acts as the network design lead

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Option 1 and Option 2 are correct.
1 point for each correct option.
0 points if more options are selected than required.
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What is the purpose of system-level acceptance testing?

to develop an installation plan for the newly designed network
to train end users and support personnel on the newly installed network
to check that the newly installed network meets the business goals and design
requirements
to justify the financial investment required to implement the technology change

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2 points for Option 3
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A network engineer working for a contracting company is

informed of a pre-bid meeting with a potential client. What purpose does the network
engineer have for attending the pre-bid meeting?
to submit request for proposal responses
to discuss proposed installation and monitoring plans
to perform system-level acceptance tests on the current network
to clarify project scope and timelines not included in the original request for
proposal
to create a business case outlining reasons for financial investment in a network
upgrade

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2 points for Option 4
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What is a business constraint that may impact the WAN design of a company?
 company policy regarding specific operating systems on LAN devices
current monitoring protocols implemented on end-user devices
non-availability of end users during implementation
company policy requiring the use of specific vendor networking equipment due to
partnerships

Scoring Rule For: correctness of response

2 points for Option 4
0 points for any other option

What is a purpose of establishing a network baseline?

It provides a statistical average for network performance.
It manages the performance of network devices.
It creates a point of reference for future network evaluations.
It checks the security configuration of network devices.

Scoring Rule For: correctness of response

2 points for Option 3
0 points for any other option

When should a network baseline be performed within the stages of the Cisco Lifecycle
Services?
Prepare Phase
Plan Phase
Design Phase
Implement Phase
Operate Phase

Scoring Rule For: correctness of response

2 points for Option 5
0 points for any other optio

Which two items help identify business goals and priorities before a new network project
starts? (Choose two.)
installation
 motivation
profitability
trustworthiness
customer satisfaction

Scoring Rule For: correctness of response

Option 3 and Option 5 are correct.
1 point for each correct option.
0 points if more options are selected than required.

What are two benefits of using a top-down approach instead of a bottom-up approach to
network design? (Choose two.)
incorporates organizational requirements
allows for a quick response to a design request
requires less time up front to create a network design
clarifies design goals from the perspective of applications and network solutions
facilitates a design by using devices and technologies that are based on previous
experience

Scoring Rule For: correctness of response

Option 1 and Option 4 are correct.
1 point for each correct option.
0 points if more options are selected than required.

Which software component is installed on network devices that are managed through
SNMP?
management agents
management stations
network management protocol
Management Information Base (MIB)

Scoring Rule For: correctness of response

2 points for Option 1
0 points for any other option
During an analysis of a customer network, several possible opportunities for network
improvement are identified. At which stage of the Cisco Lifecycle Services does this
process occur?
Prepare Phase
Plan Phase
Design Phase
Implement Phase
Optimize Phase
Operate Phase

Scoring Rule For: correctness of response

2 points for Option 3
0 points for any other option

During an analysis of a customer network, several possible opportunities for network

improvement are identified. At which stage of the Cisco Lifecycle Services does this
process occur?
Prepare Phase
Plan Phase
Design Phase
Implement Phase
Optimize Phase
Operate Phase

Scoring Rule For: correctness of response

2 points for Option 3
0 points for any other option

What are two disadvantages of using a bottom-up approach instead of a top-down

approach to network design? (Choose two.)
It can result in an inappropriate network design.
A new design cannot be implemented right away.
It does not take into account the business goals of the company.
This approach is not commonly practiced and is therefore not as well known.
It requires tedious and time-consuming meetings with the customer to develop an
understanding of the organization.
Scoring Rule For: correctness of response
Option 1 and Option 3 are correct.
1 point for each correct option.
0 points if more options are selected than required.

Which two statements best describe the responsibilities of an account manager? (Choose
two.)
acts as the primary point of contact between the company and the client
directs the sales teams and support personnel
provides technical support to critical clients
selects the equipment and technologies to be used for the client solution
acts as the network design lead

Scoring Rule For: correctness of response

Option 1 and Option 2 are correct.
1 point for each correct option.
0 points if more options are selected than required.

A network engineer working for a contracting company is

informed of a pre-bid meeting with a potential client. What purpose does the network
engineer have for attending the pre-bid meeting?
to submit request for proposal responses
to discuss proposed installation and monitoring plans
to perform system-level acceptance tests on the current network
to clarify project scope and timelines not included in the original request for
proposal
to create a business case outlining reasons for financial investment in a network
upgrade

Scoring Rule For: correctness of response

2 points for Option 4
0 points for any other option
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A major corporation has decided to hire someone to upgrade their

network infrastructure. A network consulting company wants the job. What document
must the network consulting company obtain to learn about the business goals, the project
scope, the requirements for the new network and the expected deliverables?
Business Case
Project Plan
Request for Proposal
Request for Comments

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2 points for Option 3
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A corporation (client) wants a network upgrade and is putting out a

request for services to various network consulting companies (contractors). A RFQ is
required. Which statement is true concerning the RFQ?
sent from the contractors to the client in response to a RFP
sent from the client to the contractors along with the RFP to provide more specific
technical details
sent from the client to the contractors in place of a RFP when the technical
specifications of a project are known
sent from the contractors to the client outlining reasons for financial investments
for the network upgrade

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 Which stage of the Cisco Lifecycle Services involves proactive
management to identify and resolve issues before the organization is affected?
Prepare Phase
Plan Phase
Design Phase
Implement Phase
Operate Phase
Optimize Phase

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Why is it important to prioritize business goals when developing

network design?
to ensure that the least expensive technologies are implemented first
to simplify the configuration, administration, and monitoring of the newly
installed network
to anticipate the effects of changes and growth of the business
to adhere to the best opportunities to contribute to the success of the business

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2 points for Option 4
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 Which two items help identify business goals and priorities before
a new network project starts? (Choose two.)
installation
motivation
profitability
trustworthiness
customer satisfaction

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A network engineer working for ABC company is writing a

response to an RFP for a network upgrade and must create an executive summary. Which
statement describes the basic components of an executive summary?
quick overview of the problem, the recommended solution, and the justification
for ABC company doing the job
detailed description of the solution, including but not limited to, timelines, turn-
over schedule, warranty information, and emergency recovery information
detailed description of costs including, the cost of software and hardware
components, licensing requirements, labor cost, and other applicable fees
multiple page document containing additional information such as detailed lists of
equipment required, diagrams, company background information, and insurance coverage

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2 points for Option 1
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In a network management architecture, which statement best

describes a management agent?
communication protocol used between a management station and managed device
standardized database that a device keeps about itself concerning network
performance parameters
host with the management application loaded that is used by the administrator to
monitor and configure network devices
software running on a managed device to collect network information and allow
that device to be managed by a management station

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