Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR) — Question 162

What is the role of the vSmart controller in a Cisco SD-WAN environment?

Answer options

• A. It performs authentication and authorization.
• B. It manages the control plane.
• C. It is the centralized network management system.
• D. It manages the data plane.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The vSmart controller is responsible for managing the control plane, which includes the distribution of data and network policies across the SD-WAN. Options A, C, and D describe other components or functionalities that are not the primary role of the vSmart controller, making them incorrect in this context.