Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR) — Question 636

What is one role of the VTEP in a VXLAN environment?

Answer options

• A. to maintain VLAN configuration consistency
• B. to forward packets to non-LISP sites
• C. to provide EID-to-RLOC mapping
• D. to encapsulate the tunnel

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as the VTEP is responsible for encapsulating packets into VXLAN headers for tunneling. Options A, B, and C describe other roles that do not pertain directly to the primary function of the VTEP in handling VXLAN encapsulation.