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  1. In Cisco's Unified Wireless Solution, what is the split-MAC architecture?

  2. A.

     The split-MAC architecture uses MAC addresses to create a forward/filter table and break up collision domains.

    B.

     The split-MAC architecture allows the splitting of 802.11 protocol packets between the AP and the controller to allow processing by both devices.

    C.

     The split-MAC architecture uses MAC addresses on the wireless network and IP addresses on the wired network.

    D.

     The split-MAC architecture uses MAC addresses to create a forward/filter table and break up broadcast domains.

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    Answer : Option B

    Explanation :

    The split-MAC architecture allows the splitting of 802.11 protocol packets between the Cisco LWAPP-based AP, which handles real-time portions of the protocol, and the WLAN controller, which handles those items that are not time sensitive.


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