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Domain 1.1: Network ConnectivityNetworkingDirect ConnectHigh Availability

AWS SAP-C02 · Question 60 · Domain 1.1: Network Connectivity

An architect is designing a hybrid cloud network. The on-premises data center has a 1 Gbps AWS Direct Connect connection. The architect needs to ensure high availability. If the Direct Connect connection fails, traffic must automatically failover to a backup connection. Which THREE options provide a valid backup strategy? (Select THREE)

Answer options:

A.

Provision a second Direct Connect connection to a different AWS Direct Connect location.

B.

Establish an AWS Site-to-Site VPN connection over the internet as a backup.

C.

Provision a second Direct Connect connection to the same AWS Direct Connect location using a different router.

D.

Use AWS Client VPN to connect the on-premises routers to AWS.

E.

Configure VPC Peering between the on-premises network and the AWS VPC.

F.

Use AWS PrivateLink to establish a backup connection.

How to approach this question

Identify the standard AWS Direct Connect resiliency models (second DX at same/different location, or VPN backup).

Full Answer

AWS recommends several resiliency models for Direct Connect: a second connection at the same location (High Resiliency), a second connection at a different location (Maximum Resiliency), or a cheaper Site-to-Site VPN over the internet as a backup.

Common mistakes

Thinking Client VPN can be used for site-to-site router connections.

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