When integrating a new switch into an existing VLAN-segmented network, why is it critical for the new switch's VLAN configuration to be consistent with the existing network's setup?
It allows the switch to function as a backup power supply for connected devices.
It ensures that the new switch provides enhanced security measures as a firewall.
It increases the data throughput by enabling hardware acceleration features on the new switch.
It ensures the new switch forwards traffic to the correct network segments, preventing communication failures.
For a new switch to operate correctly within a segmented network, its Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) configuration must be consistent with the rest of the network. This ensures the switch can correctly interpret 802.1Q tags and forward frames to the appropriate ports and trunk links. Mismatched configurations, such as an incorrect native VLAN or a missing VLAN ID, can disrupt communication by causing the switch to misroute or drop traffic, leading to connectivity issues for users and devices.
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