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A company wants to use HPE Aruba Networking ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM) to profile Linux devices. You have decided to schedule a subnet scan of the devices' subnets. Which additional step should you complete before scheduling the scan?
Suggested Answer: C
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Subnet Scan Requirements for Profiling:
For ClearPass to scan and profile devices in a subnet, the Data Port must be enabled on the ClearPass server and connected to the network.
This ensures that ClearPass can send and receive the required packets for device discovery and profiling.
Option Analysis:
Option A: Incorrect. SSH accounts are not required for subnet scanning.
Option B: Incorrect. WMI probing is for Windows systems, not Linux devices.
Option C: Correct. The Data Port is essential for subnet scans and must be properly configured and connected.
Option D: Incorrect. SNMP is used for network device monitoring, not Linux device profiling.
35 comments · newest first
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Gretchen
10 months ago
SNMP config is a must for proper profiling.
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Gail
10 months ago
Wait, do we really need WMI for Linux devices?
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France
10 months ago
I think enabling the Data Port is crucial too!
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Iesha
11 months ago
I thought CPPM could handle Linux without extra steps?
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Bettina
11 months ago
You definitely need to set up SSH accounts first.
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Nancey
11 months ago
I thought WMI probing was more for Windows devices, so I'm leaning towards the SSH accounts or SNMP configuration instead.
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Helene
11 months ago
I practiced a similar question where we had to configure network settings before a scan, and I feel like enabling the Data Port might be crucial here.
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Larae
12 months ago
I remember something about enabling SNMP for network devices, but I can't recall if that's specifically for Linux profiling or just general monitoring.
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Gene
12 months ago
I think we need to set up SSH accounts on CPPM for the Linux devices, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the only step we need.
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Jerrod
12 months ago
I think the answer is A. We need to set up SSH accounts on ClearPass and map them to the Linux devices' subnets so ClearPass can authenticate and profile those systems.
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Polly
1 year ago
I'm a bit unsure on this one. The options mention SSH, WMI, and the Data Port, but I'm not sure which one is the additional step needed before the subnet scan. I'll have to think about this carefully.
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Cheryll
1 year ago
I'm pretty confident the answer is D. We need to configure SNMP on the network devices supporting the Linux machines so ClearPass can properly profile them during the subnet scan.
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Kenneth
1 year ago
Okay, let me think this through. The question mentions profiling Linux devices, so I'm guessing we need to set up some kind of access or connectivity to those devices. Maybe it's related to SSH or SNMP?
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Ira
1 year ago
Hmm, this looks like it's testing our knowledge of ClearPass configuration. I think the key here is to figure out what additional step is needed before scheduling the subnet scan.
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Vince
1 year ago
Setting up SSH accounts for Linux devices on CPPM? That's like asking a cat to ride a bicycle.
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Lavelle
1 year ago
C: Have you tried configuring SNMP instead for the switches that support Linux devices?
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Alesia
1 year ago
B: I agree, it's not the most straightforward process.
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Sherell
1 year ago
A: Yeah, setting up SSH for Linux devices on CPPM can be tricky.
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Lindy
1 year ago
Haha, enabling WMI probing for Linux devices? That's like trying to use a screwdriver to hammer a nail!
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Lauran
1 year ago
D is the correct answer. Setting up SNMP is the logical step before scheduling the subnet scan.
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Simona
1 year ago
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Belen
1 year ago
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Reyes
1 year ago
Definitely D. SNMP is the way to go for this task. The other options don't seem relevant to the problem statement.
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Adelina
1 year ago
Configuring SNMP on the network devices is definitely the right choice.
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Shalon
1 year ago
Enabling WMI probing doesn't seem necessary for Linux devices.
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Sherrell
1 year ago
I think setting up SSH accounts could also work, but SNMP is more efficient.
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Markus
1 year ago
I agree, SNMP is the best option for profiling Linux devices.
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Aileen
1 year ago
I think configuring SNMP for the switches supporting Linux devices is the way to go.
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Venita
1 year ago
I think the answer is D. Configuring SNMP in the network device settings is crucial for profiling Linux devices using CPPM.
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Xenia
1 year ago
C: Setting up SSH accounts on CPPM and mapping them to the Linux devices' subnets is also important for accurate profiling.
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Iesha
1 year ago
B: I agree, SNMP is necessary for collecting information from network devices.
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Melinda
1 year ago
A: I think the answer is D. Configuring SNMP in the network device settings is crucial for profiling Linux devices using CPPM.
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Audry
1 year ago
I'm not sure, but maybe enabling WMI probing could also be helpful.
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Casey
1 year ago
I agree with Sarah, SSH accounts will help with profiling the devices.
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Sarah
1 year ago
I think we should set up SSH accounts on CPPM for the Linux devices.