ICND2: Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 2 (legacy) — Question 149

A department decides to replace its hub with a Catalyst 2950 switch that is no longer needed by another department. To prepare the switch for installation, the network administrator has erased the startup configuration and reloaded the switch. However, PCs that are connected to the switch experience various connectivity problems. What is a possible cause of the problem?

Answer options

• A. The VLAN database was not erased.
• B. The management VLAN is disabled.
• C. The running configuration should have been erased.
• D. The "mode" button was not pressed when the switch was reloaded.
• E. The switch was not configured with an IP address or a default gateway.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because if the VLAN database is not erased, the switch may still have remnants of previous configurations that can cause connectivity issues. The other options are incorrect as they do not directly relate to the VLAN configuration state, which is critical for ensuring proper communication across the network.