Cisco 500-560 Cisco Networking: On-Premise and Cloud Solutions Exam Practice Test

Physical stacking in Meraki MS switches is only supported within the same model family and series. The MS350-48 and MS350-24X belong to the same MS350 series and are explicitly listed as stack-compatible in Cisco Meraki documentation. Stacking between different series (e.g., MS225 and MS350 or MS225 and MS425) is not supported. MS120 switches do not support physical stacking at all. Therefore, option B is the correct and only valid choice.

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Theon-box web interface for configurationis a key feature of the Cisco Catalyst 2960-L Series Switches, enabling rapid deployment in small branch or office environments. According to Cisco’s official documentation, the 2960-L series is equipped with an intuitive, built-in web-based GUI (also referred to as the “Cisco Configuration Professional for Catalyst” or “web UI”) that allows users to perform basic setup and management without the need for CLI expertise or external management platforms.

From the Cisco Catalyst 2960-L Series Switches Data Sheet:

“An on-box web interface helps customers configure and manage their network quickly and easily, allowing them to get a small branch or office network up and running in minutes. This browser-based device manager reduces the need for CLI skills and speeds time to deployment.”

(Source: Cisco Catalyst 2960-L Series Switches Data Sheet)

Other options, such as full CLI support, do exist, but the question specifically refers to enabling rapid, simplified deployment—which is exactly the use case for the on-box web interface. Stackwise-160 is not available on 2960-L, and support for Cisco DNA Center is limited on this series.

The Cisco Aironet 4800 Access Point is designed for high-density and mission-critical environments. It includes advanced location analytics capabilities, including "hyperlocation," which delivers location tracking accuracy down to one meter. This feature makes it ideal for use cases requiring precise user or asset tracking. While it also includes CleanAir and other features, hyperlocation is the distinct and leading benefit. Thus, D is the correct answer.

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Cisco Meraki’s official documentation clearly states that the Meraki Dashboard is designed to be accessed via a modern web browser. This provides a simple, centralized GUI for configuring, monitoring, and managing all Meraki network devices. Terminal windows, CLI, or SSH are not supported for dashboard access; those interfaces are only used with traditional on-premises devices, not cloud-managed Meraki systems.

The Cisco 3504 Wireless LAN Controller is a physical, AirOS-based controller designed for small to mid-sized enterprise networks. It supports up to 150 access points and is purpose-built for scalability in branch or mid-market deployments. While Mobility Express is limited in AP count and is not a dedicated controller, the 8540 is for large deployments. Cisco WLC is a generic term. Thus, option C is the most accurate recommendation.

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The Cisco ISR 1000 Series is designed for small to medium branch deployments. It integrates advanced features like SD-WAN capabilities, robust security (firewall, IPS), and both wired and wireless access from a single compact platform. This makes it a high-performance solution tailored for next-generation networking. Option C captures the full capability of the platform.

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While the WebUI or mobile app are used for managing a single Mobility Express network,multi-sitemanagement is best accomplished through centralized platforms such as Cisco Prime Infrastructure version 3.4 or Cisco DNA Center. These tools allow unified configuration, monitoring, and management of multiple Mobility Express deployments across various sites. Therefore, option B is correct.

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The Cisco Meraki full stack refers to the portfolio of cloud-managed networking products that includes wireless access points, switches, security appliances, cameras, and endpoint management. MR wireless access points are the Meraki-branded cloud-managed APs and are a fundamental component of the full stack.

Aironet access points and Catalyst switches belong to Cisco’s traditional networking portfolio and are not cloud-managed via the Meraki dashboard. UCS servers are part of Cisco’s compute offerings and unrelated to Meraki. Therefore, the correct answer is B — MR wireless access points.

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A Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) extends beyond traditional firewalls by delivering critical protection against dynamic, evolving web-based threats, integrating features like deep packet inspection, application awareness/control, and intrusion prevention systems. This capability aligns directly with ensuring ongoing protection from rapidly changing threats. Option A is less accurate because NGFWs examine traffic in-stream rather than pre-connection. Option C, while perhaps a benefit, doesn’t define NGFW and refers more to overall Cisco ecosystem integration. Thus, B is the superior description.

The Cisco Switch Selector is an interactive web-based tool designed to help customers choose the appropriate Cisco switch based on specific use cases, deployment needs, or feature sets. It allows users to filter and compare across multiple Catalyst and Meraki switch models based on parameters like PoE support, port count, form factor, and stackability. Hence, option A accurately describes its purpose.

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Cisco Meraki MX security appliances offer a proprietary, cloud-managed site-to-site VPN solution known as Auto VPN (Auto-provisioning IPsec VPN). This feature allows seamless, scalable, and secure VPN tunnel creation between multiple MX devices without manual IPsec configuration. The Meraki cloud orchestrates the tunnel establishment, which simplifies WAN deployments. Therefore, option A is correct.

Cisco DNA Center is Cisco's centralized platform for enterprise network management, acting as the core controller for automation, policy, analytics, and assurance. It is designed to manage enterprise switching, routing, and wireless infrastructure. DNA Center provides AI-driven insights and controls the entire network fabric, making it the foundational controller and analytics engine. Therefore, option C is correct.

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The Cisco 800 Series and 1100 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISRs) are specifically designed for small and midsize business customers who operate in space-constrained environments. These routers provide enterprise-grade features such as secure WAN connectivity, voice, integrated LTE, and advanced routing capabilities, all in a compact form factor.

Cisco documentation consistently recommends the 800 and 1100 Series ISR platforms for customers who want reliable, secure, and efficient routing without the need for large infrastructure. Hence, the best answer is D.

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The Cisco Aggregation Services Router (ASR) 1000 Series is specifically designed to serve as an edge or aggregation layer router in enterprise and service provider networks. It supports high-throughput aggregation of WAN links, advanced routing, and services such as NAT, firewalling, and encryption at scale. This distinguishes it from branch routers like ISR 900 and 4000, and virtual appliances like CSR 1000V. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

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A typical small branch office, usually with fewer than 25 users, often requires simplified, efficient networking solutions. One of the common needs is to reduce infrastructure complexity while still supporting essential services such as routing, firewalling, switching, and voice.

Cisco documents related to branch infrastructure design state that for small branches, integrated services routers (like ISR 1000/4000 series) are recommended because they combine multiple services—such as WAN connectivity, security (firewall/IPS), VPN, wireless LAN controller functionality, and voice support—into a single platform. This reduces hardware footprint, simplifies management, and ensures better performance at the edge.

Therefore, integrating multiple network functions into a single device fulfills a typical requirement of a small branch, making option A the most accurate.

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