A manufacturing plant is deploying a Resilient Ethernet Protocol (REP) ring with 12 Cisco IE 3400 switches to connect critical PLCs. During testing, an engineer observes that when the primary link fails, the network takes longer than expected to converge. Upon inspection, they find all switches are configured as standard REP ports. Which REP segment role must be configured on at least one port in the segment to ensure rapid convergence by blocking a redundant path under normal conditions?
An oil refinery uses a Parallel Redundancy Protocol (PRP) network for zero-failover-time communication with its critical control systems. A network administrator receives an alert that a SAN (Single Attached Node) device has lost connectivity. The device is connected to a RedBox (Redundancy Box). Which of the following is the most likely cause of the failure, assuming the RedBox itself has not failed?
An engineer is designing a network segment using a Cisco IE 3300 switch to power several devices. The requirements are to power two PTZ cameras requiring 45W each and three fixed IP cameras requiring 15W each. Which two statements about the power budget and supply are correct? (Select TWO).
A network designer is selecting a Cisco Industrial Ethernet switch for a distribution cabinet in a manufacturing facility. The key requirement is support for Layer 3 routing protocols like OSPF and EIGRP, along with high-density Gigabit Ethernet ports. Which switch family is the most appropriate choice?
A large utility company has deployed over 200 Cisco IE switches across multiple substations. The operations team needs a centralized platform to visualize the network topology, manage configurations, and perform software updates efficiently. Which Cisco management tool is specifically designed for large-scale industrial network deployments?
True or False: The Device Level Ring (DLR) protocol is a Cisco-proprietary protocol designed for high-speed convergence in industrial ring topologies.
A company is automating its port-side container handling with autonomous cranes that generate significant shock and vibration. A ruggedized network switch is required inside each crane's control cabinet. Which Cisco IE switch series is specifically designed and certified to withstand these harsh shock and vibration conditions?
A food processing company is upgrading its factory floor network. The current network is flat, unmanaged, and experiences frequent broadcast storms that cause production halts. The new design must meet several key requirements. First, the network must be highly resilient to link failures, with a recovery time of less than 20 milliseconds. Second, traffic from the control network (PLCs, VFDs) must be strictly isolated from the data collection network (sensors, IP cameras). Third, the solution must support Power over Ethernet (PoE+) to power new IP cameras and access points. Finally, the chosen switches must be DIN-rail mountable and tolerate operating temperatures up to 60°C. Which solution best meets all the company's requirements?
A technician connects a new PoE-enabled IP camera to a Cisco IE 3300 switch, but the camera fails to power on. The switch port is administratively up, and the cable is tested and known to be good. The technician checks the switch logs and sees a 'PD Disconnected' message for that port. What is the most likely cause of this issue?
What is the primary function of the swappable SD card on a Cisco Industrial Ethernet switch like the IE 3400?