CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate — Question 617

What is the primary purpose of a console port on a Cisco WLC?

Answer options

• A. in-band management via an asynchronous transport
• B. in-band management via an IP transport
• C. out-of-band management via an asynchronous transport
• D. out-of-band management via an IP transport

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The console port is primarily used for out-of-band management, allowing administrators to configure the device without relying on the network. Option A and B describe in-band management, which is not the function of the console port. Option D incorrectly associates out-of-band management with IP transport, while the console port uses asynchronous transport.