Implementing Cisco IP Routing (CCNP ROUTE, legacy) — Question 49

Which statement describes what this command accomplishes when inside and outside interfaces are correctly identified for NAT? ip nat inside source static tcp 192.168.1.50 80 209.165.201.1 8080 extendable

Answer options

• A. It allows host 192.168.1.50 to access external websites using TCP port 8080.
• B. It allows external clients coming from public IP 209.165.201.1 to connect to a web server at 192.168.1.50.
• C. It allows external clients to connect to a web server hosted on 192.168.1.50.
• D. It represents an incorrect NAT configuration because it uses standard TCP ports.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because the command maps the external port 8080 to the internal port 80 on the server at 192.168.1.50, enabling external connections to reach the web server. Option A is incorrect as it misrepresents the command's function regarding external websites. Option B is too specific, while option D incorrectly states that the command represents an improper configuration.