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A customer has an existing ACI fabric. Their management has decided to invest in NSX for virtual networking but also retain ACI for their customers and for physical networking.
What is a consideration?
Suggested Answer: D
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Integrating NSX for virtual networking while retaining ACI for physical networking is possible, but it may be cost prohibitive. This approach requires careful planning and management of both virtual and physical network environments, potentially leading to higher operational costs and complexity.
Technical resources on integrating VMware NSX with Cisco ACI.
Cost considerations and best practices for hybrid network environments.
35 comments · newest first
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Linette
10 months ago
ACI and NSX together? I thought they were more like rivals!
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Kaitlyn
11 months ago
Cost prohibitive? That's a big concern for many companies.
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Elvera
11 months ago
Wait, can ACI really work with NSX like that? Sounds tricky!
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Marylou
11 months ago
I think option C makes the most sense here.
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Pamella
11 months ago
ACI is great for physical, but NSX is solid for virtual!
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Arlette
12 months ago
I thought ACI was designed to manage both virtual and physical, but I could be wrong. Maybe I need to review how they interact again.
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Lawrence
12 months ago
I feel like option D makes sense because while it could work, the costs might add up with maintaining both ACI and NSX.
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Kimbery
12 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I think ACI and NSX can coexist. I might have seen a practice question about integrating different networking solutions.
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Hillary
1 year ago
I remember reading that ACI is primarily for physical networking, but NSX can handle virtual environments. So, I think it might be possible to use both.
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Lauran
1 year ago
Alright, I've got a good handle on this. The question is clearly hinting that the solution is possible, so I'll dive into the details of how ACI and NSX can work together in this hybrid environment.
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Rachael
1 year ago
I've got a strategy for this. I know that ACI and NSX can be integrated, so I'll focus on exploring the different deployment models and cost considerations to determine the best fit for the customer's needs.
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Gilma
1 year ago
Ah, this is a tricky one. I'm not entirely sure if ACI can handle both virtual and physical networking, so I'll need to double-check the capabilities of each solution.
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Helene
1 year ago
Okay, let's see. I think the key here is understanding how ACI and NSX can coexist, since the question mentions retaining ACI for physical networking. I'll need to review the integration options.
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Marti
1 year ago
Hmm, this is an interesting one. I'll need to think through the relationship between ACI and NSX carefully to determine the best approach.
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Emogene
1 year ago
This looks like a pretty straightforward question on the audit_remote plugin and audit service. I think I can handle this one.
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Sena
2 years ago
I'm going with option D. Integrating ACI and NSX is probably doable, but the cost is gonna be through the roof.
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Trinidad
2 years ago
I agree, the cost might be too high for the customer to justify the integration.
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Lavelle
2 years ago
Option D is definitely a concern. The cost of integrating ACI and NSX could be a major factor.
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Laila
2 years ago
Haha, this is like trying to have both a Ferrari and a Lamborghini in your garage. Seems a bit excessive, don't you think?
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Erinn
2 years ago
C) This solution is possible. The ACI APIC can be deployed as a virtual machine in virtual mode.
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Tashia
2 years ago
B) The customer will need to provide traditional tree network environment for NSX because only ACI works with the spine and leaf model.
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Jesusita
2 years ago
A) This solution is not possible. ACI takes care of virtual and physical networking.
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Hassie
2 years ago
Option C seems like the best choice here. Deploying the APIC as a VM would allow them to keep using ACI for the virtual stuff.
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Leatha
2 years ago
I think option D is worth considering as well. Cost could be a factor in this decision.
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Lon
2 years ago
I think the cusLoner needs to stick with ACI. Trying to use both ACI and NSX sounds like it could get really complicated and expensive.
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Judy
2 years ago
A) This solution is not possible. ACI takes care of virtual and physical networking.
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Blossom
2 years ago
I) It's important to consider the cost implications before making a decision.
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Isadora
2 years ago
D) This solution is possible but may be cost prohibitive.
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Krystal
2 years ago
C) This solution is possible. The ACI APIC can be deployed as a virtual machine in virtual mode.
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Susy
2 years ago
This isn't possible. ACI is designed for both virtual and physical networking, so NSX would just be redundant.
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Bethanie
2 years ago
B) The customer will need to provide traditional tree network environment for NSX because only ACI works with the spine and leaf model.
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Val
2 years ago
A) This solution is not possible. ACI takes care of virtual and physical networking.
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Angella
2 years ago
But ACI works with the spine and leaf model, so maybe a combination of both options B and C could work.
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Dallas
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe option B is more practical. NSX requires a traditional tree network environment.
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Angella
2 years ago
I think option C is the best choice. ACI APIC can be deployed as a virtual machine in virtual mode.