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How is MSDP used to interconnect multiple PIM-SM domains?

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Correct Answer: A

MSDP allows a rendezvous point to dynamically discover active sources outside of its domain. This enables multiple PIM-SM domains to exchange information about active multicast sources, facilitating the efficient forwarding of multicast traffic across domain boundaries.

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DaaidOption: A
Aug 29, 2023

From Cisco Document, matches A exactly https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html#wp1054452 Benefits of Using MSDP to Interconnect Multiple PIM-SM Domains •Allows a rendezvous points (RP) to dynamically discover active sources outside of its domain.

Reinier_veenOption: A
Jul 15, 2022

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-3s/asr903/imc-pim-xe-3s-asr903-book/imc_msdp.pdf Page 2 : Benefits of Using MSDP to Interconnect Multiple PIM-SM Domains • Allows a rendezvous point (RP) to dynamically discover active sources outside of its domain

PSYPHA1
Jan 5, 2022

A Benefits of Using MSDP to Interconnect Multiple PIM-SM Domains •Allows a rendezvous points (RP) to dynamically discover active sources outside of its domain. •Introduces a more manageable approach for building multicast distribution trees between multiple domains.

PSYPHA1
Jan 5, 2022

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html

FadhelbenOption: A
Dec 12, 2022

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html Allows a rendezvous point (RP) to dynamically discover active sources outside of its domain.

LM77
Jan 12, 2022

Answer A "Benefits of Using MSDP to Interconnect Multiple PIM-SM Domains - Allows a rendezvous point (RP) to dynamically discover active sources outside of its domain. - Introduces a more manageable approach for building multicast distribution trees between multiple domains." https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-3s/asr903/imc-pim-xe-3s-asr903-book/imc_msdp.pdf

ArchBishopOption: A
Feb 1, 2022

Both A and C mentioned in your resource. That said, the question appears to ask HOW it is used, rather than what components are required. MSDP is used to allow RPs to dynamically discover active sources outside of its domain. To do this, MSDP requires BGP/mpBGP.

Amid
May 25, 2022

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-3s/asr903/imc-pim-xe-3s-asr903-book/imc_msdp.pdf It is 100% C

techplusOption: C
Jul 24, 2022

The question is how not what are the benefits MSDP depends on BGP or multiprotocol BGP (MBGP) for interdomain operation. We recommended that you run MSDP on RPs sending to global multicast groups.

casahitOption: A
Jul 27, 2022

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html (M)BGP is not required in default MSDP peer scenarios or in scenarios where only one MSDP peer is configured. For more information, see the Configuring a Default MSDP Peer section. and MSDP is a mechanism to connect multiple PIM-SM domains. The purpose of MSDP is to discover multicast sources in other PIM domains so the answer is A

nopenotme123
Aug 3, 2022

The question is saying multiple so it going to be more than 1 peer and BGP will be needed at that point. A is a benefit of running MSDP but it will require BGP

bendarkel
Aug 10, 2022

Agree.

bendarkel
Aug 10, 2022

Why would one MSDP peer be configured, when the purpose of MSDP is connect multiple PIM-SM domains. Doesn't this mean each PIM-SM domain will need at least one MSDP peer?

bendarkel
Aug 10, 2022

Agree.

BambjuOption: B
Dec 18, 2022

SA request messages are used to request a list of active sources for a specific group. These messages are sent to an MSDP SA cache that maintains a list of active (S, G) pairs in its SA cache -> Answer "MSDP SA request messages are used to request a list of active sources for a specific group" is correct. SA response messages are sent by the MSDP peer in response to an SA request message. SA response messages contain the IP address of the originating RP and one or more (S, G) pairs of the active sources in the originating RP’s domain that are stored in the cache -> Answer "MSDP messages are used to advertise active sources in a domain" is not correct as it should be "SA response messages are used to advertise active sources in a domain" (not MSDP messages). Reference: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html

StefanOT2Option: A
Jan 17, 2023

A. Taken 1:1 from the original Cisco Documentation: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html

StefanOT2
Jan 17, 2023

And C is also 1:1 in the same docu. @Mod: I assume that the question should state "choose two".

MerlinTheWizard
Jan 31, 2023

Indeed it does say that, but.. "Note (M)BGP is not required in MSDP mesh group scenarios. For more information about MSDP mesh groups, see the Configuring an MSDP Mesh Group section. Note (M)BGP is not required in default MSDP peer scenarios or in scenarios where only one MSDP peer is configured. For more information, see the Configuring a Default MSDP Peer section."

MerlinTheWizard
Jan 31, 2023

Indeed it does say that, but.. "Note (M)BGP is not required in MSDP mesh group scenarios. For more information about MSDP mesh groups, see the Configuring an MSDP Mesh Group section. Note (M)BGP is not required in default MSDP peer scenarios or in scenarios where only one MSDP peer is configured. For more information, see the Configuring a Default MSDP Peer section."

TSKARANOption: A
Jan 28, 2023

MSDP is a mechanism to connect multiple PIM-SM domains. The purpose of MSDP is to discover multicast sources in other PIM domains.

rafaelinho88
Feb 2, 2023

Is that answer from ChatGPT lol

ironbornson
Feb 7, 2023

He is telling you the answer is A because even B and C are correct only A explains how is MSDP used

rafaelinho88
Feb 10, 2023

It is B bro. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html#wp1054387

rafaelinho88
Feb 10, 2023

It is B bro. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html#wp1054387

ironbornson
Feb 7, 2023

He is telling you the answer is A because even B and C are correct only A explains how is MSDP used

rafaelinho88
Feb 10, 2023

It is B bro. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html#wp1054387

rafaelinho88
Feb 10, 2023

It is B bro. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html#wp1054387

Uzzi1222Option: A
Mar 20, 2023

Allows a rendezvous point (RP) to dynamically discover active sources outside of its domain. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html

ClausterOption: A
Mar 24, 2023

Answer is A Straight from Cisco White Pages https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html

HarwinderSekhonOption: A
Jun 27, 2023

A is the answer. The purpose of MSDP is to discover multicast sources in other PIM domains. The main advantage of MSDP is that it reduces the complexity of interconnecting multiple PIM-SM domains by allowing PIM-SM domains to use an interdomain source tree (rather than an common shared tree). When MSDP is configured in a network, RPs exchange source information with RPs in other domains. An RP can join the interdomain source tree for sources that are sending to groups for which it has receivers. The RP can do that because it is the root of the shared tree within its domain, which has branches to all points in the domain where there are active receivers. When a last-hop router learns of a new source outside the PIM-SM domain (through the arrival of a multicast packet from the source down the shared tree), it then can send a join toward the source and join the interdomain source tree. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html

teems5ukOption: A
Feb 8, 2024

Pay attention to the Question: "How is MSDP used"? it does not ask 'WHAT(protocol) is MSDP DEPENDS'

[Removed]
Jan 29, 2022

For me, I see that answer C is correct. Check this reference which mentioned that the MSDP depends on BGP or multiprotocol BGP (MBGP) for interdomain operation https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html#wp1054387

AngelPAlonsoOption: C
May 22, 2022

A,B,C, and D are all mentioned in https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html "How is MSDP used" could be C or D. I vote for C

AngelPAlonso
May 22, 2022

I'm sorry. What I wanted to say is that for "How is MSDP used", B or D make more sense. I vote for D.

nopenotme123
Aug 25, 2022

In that same article under a note quotes : MSDP depends on BGP or multiprotocol BGP (MBGP) for interdomain operation. We recommended that you run MSDP on RPs sending to global multicast groups. So C is the absolute best option

nopenotme123
Aug 25, 2022

In that same article under a note quotes : MSDP depends on BGP or multiprotocol BGP (MBGP) for interdomain operation. We recommended that you run MSDP on RPs sending to global multicast groups. So C is the absolute best option

DLLLLLLLLOption: A
May 23, 2022

MSDP provides a mechanism to connect multiple PIM Sparse-Mode (PIM-SM) domains together. Each PIM-SM domain uses its own independent Rendezvous Point(s) (RPs), and does not have to depend on RPs in other domains.

DLLLLLLLL
May 23, 2022

The Multicast Source Discovery Protocol (MSDP) defines a topology connecting Protocol Independent Multicast sparse mode (PIM-SM) domains. MSDP provides inter-domain access to multicast sources in all domains by enabling all Rendezvous Points (RPs) to discover multicast sources outside of their domain

DLLLLLLLL
Jun 24, 2022

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html Note MSDP depends on BGP or multiprotocol BGP (MBGP) for interdomain operation

DLLLLLLLL
Jun 24, 2022

C ... like timtgh bad question

DLLLLLLLL
Jun 24, 2022

C ... like timtgh bad question

DLLLLLLLL
Jun 24, 2022

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html Note MSDP depends on BGP or multiprotocol BGP (MBGP) for interdomain operation

DLLLLLLLL
Jun 24, 2022

C ... like timtgh bad question

DLLLLLLLL
Jun 24, 2022

C ... like timtgh bad question

roger38453021Option: C
Aug 6, 2022

A is true, but it's a benefit. Questions asks HOW, and C is true for normal operations, only exception is MSDP group mesh. MSDP depends on BGP or multiprotocol BGP (MBGP) for interdomain operation. We recommended that you run MSDP on RPs sending to global multicast groups. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html#GUID-AEEC123A-A9DF-48EC-94B1-638E04F2FA8F

nopenotme123
Aug 25, 2022

Originally I was thinking the same way you were, but when I kept reading thats when it clicked. The answer is indeed A. MSDP is used so that RPs can discover sources outside of the domain. BGP just allows for interdomain operability but its not defining exactly what MSDP is used for.

Danny_XuOption: C
Oct 16, 2022

"Before configuring MSDP, the addresses of all MSDP peers must be known in Border Gateway Protocol (BGP).", so that answer C is what the question wants to ask. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html#wp1054387

Danny_XuOption: C
Nov 13, 2022

The correct answer should be C. "With the exception of a single MSDP peer, default MSDP peer, and MSDP mesh group scenarios, all MSDP peers must be configured to run BGP prior to being configured for MSDP." https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-3s/asr903/imc-pim-xe-3s-asr903-book/imc_msdp.pdf

forccnpOption: A
Dec 17, 2022

A is correct answer 100%

Adeel143Option: A
Dec 25, 2022

answer is A

kewokil120Option: C
Dec 30, 2022

C -> MSDP depends on BGP or multiprotocol BGP (MBGP) for interdomain operation. We recommended that you run MSDP on RPs sending to global multicast groups. Figure 1 illustrates MSDP operating between two MSDP peers. PIM uses MSDP as the standard mechanism to register a source with the RP of a domain. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html

M_B
Jan 9, 2023

D - MSDP is used to advertise sources between RPs in for Anycast operation. Since RPs are statically defined, the routers should all be in one domain.

HungarianDish_111
Jan 31, 2023

AC according to mentioned document: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html The question should state "choose two"!

JahshaOption: A
Mar 5, 2023

I think it is a the question is how is it used not how it functions

ChiarettaOption: A
Apr 18, 2023

The purpose of MSDP is to discover multicast sources in other PIM domains.

djedeenOption: A
Aug 12, 2023

MSDP provides inter-domain access to multicast sources in all domains by enabling all Rendezvous Points (RPs) to discover multicast sources outside of their domains

LanreDipeoluOption: C
Aug 20, 2023

Multicast Source Discovery Protocol- MSDP, If listeners exist, it triggers a PIM join into the source domain towards the data source. In a peering relationship, one MSDP peer listens for new TCP connections on the well-known port 639.

Shri_Fcb10
May 10, 2024

MSDP operates independently of BGP (Border Gateway Protocol). While BGP can be used in some scenarios to carry MSDP messages between MSDP peers in different domains, it is not a strict dependency for MSDP to function. MSDP primarily relies on TCP connections between MSDP peers to exchange information about active multicast sources across different PIM-SM domains. Therefore, option C is not the most accurate description of how MSDP is used to interconnect multiple PIM-SM domains.

yellowswan
Aug 21, 2023

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html according to the link, I paste somet content here: 1. Allows a rendezvous point (RP) to dynamically discover active sources outside of its domain. ==> matches option A 2. SA request messages are used to request a list of active sources for a specific group. ==> matches option B 3. MSDP depends on BGP or multiprotocol BGP (MBGP) for interdomain operation. We recommended that you run MSDP on RPs sending to global multicast groups. ==> matches option C 4. SA messages are used to advertise active sources in a domain. ==> it's SA message, not all 4 types of MSDP messages, so it's wrong Is there any possibility that the question asked you to select an INCORRECT option?

yinnymacOption: A
Mar 23, 2024

SA Request Messages SA request messages are used to request a list of active sources for a specific group. These messages are sent to an MSDP SA cache that is maintains a list of active (S, G) pairs in its SA cache. Join latency can be reduced by using SA request messages to request the list of active sources for a group instead of having to wait up to 60 seconds for all active sources in the group to be readvertised by originating RPs. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html

yinnymac
Mar 23, 2024

Selected Answer B. ( Not A :) )

[Removed]Option: A
May 27, 2024

it´s A MSDP (Multicast Source Discovery Protocol) facilitates the interconnection of multiple PIM-SM (Protocol Independent Multicast - Sparse Mode) domains. It enables rendezvous points (RPs) in different PIM-SM domains to exchange information about active multicast sources. This allows an RP in one domain to dynamically discover active sources in other domains, facilitating efficient multicast traffic forwarding across domain boundaries.

kismet99Option: C
Jun 18, 2024

Based on this IP Multicast Guide from Cisco the answer is C Prerequisites for Using MSDP to Interconnect Multiple PIM-SM Domains. Before you configure MSDP, the addresses of all MSDP peers must be known in Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html

[Removed]
Jan 9, 2022

A İS ANSWER

baid
Mar 11, 2022

A B C are all mentioned in the https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html#wp1054387. if the domain is stub, it can use default peer-RPF and don't use BGP, use static and default route to connect domains. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html#GUID-C32DB31A-7F19-4C25-A33F-C1D7E91443BB. it seems the C is more exact.

baid
Mar 11, 2022

sorry, it seems the A is more exact.

ecuagirl
Mar 17, 2022

The question mentions "interconnect domains" MSDP depends on BGP or multiprotocol BGP (MBGP) for interdomain operation. We recommended that you run MSDP on RPs sending to global multicast groups. Answer is C:

ecuagirl
Mar 17, 2022

sorry, A is the answer as the question asks "How is MSDP used"

dazzler_010
Mar 28, 2022

This is about how MSDP used to interconnect PIM-SM domains. BGP is the answer.

bara_kenOption: D
Apr 29, 2022

This is D

timtgh
May 30, 2022

Bad question. All the answers are true. But we can only pick one.

Heim_Ox
Jun 25, 2022

All four are true, but the question is asking "How." The step absolutely required is the BGP. The other choices are specific functionalities. I would choose C because the others can't exist without it. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-3s/asr903/imc-pim-xe-3s-asr903-book/imc_msdp.pdf

Parot
Oct 31, 2022

As per cisco, should be A, page number 2: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-3s/asr903/imc-pim-xe-3s-asr903-book/imc_msdp.pdf

PedroPicapiedraOption: B
Dec 8, 2022

The best option is B

MO_2022Option: B
Dec 9, 2022

Explanation SA request messages are used to request a list of active sources for a specific group. These messages are sent to an MSDP SA cache that maintains a list of active (S, G) pairs in its SA cache -> Answer C is correct. SA response messages are sent by the MSDP peer in response to an SA request message. SA response messages contain the IP address of the originating RP and one or more (S, G) pairs of the active sources in the originating RP’s domain that are stored in the cache -> Answer D is not correct as it should be “SA response messages are used to advertise active sources in a domain” (not MSDP messages). Reference: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16- book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html

mansaf
Dec 23, 2022

C -> MSDP depends on BGP or multiprotocol BGP (MBGP) for interdomain operation. We recommended that you run MSDP on RPs sending to global multicast groups. Figure 1 illustrates MSDP operating between two MSDP peers. PIM uses MSDP as the standard mechanism to register a source with the RP of a domain. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html

endy023
Jan 1, 2023

MSDP provides a mechanism to connect multiple PIM Sparse-Mode (PIM-SM) domains together. Each PIM-SM domain uses its own independent Rendezvous Point(s) (RPs), and does not have to depend on RPs in other domains.

kewokil120Option: C
Jan 4, 2023

I think it c.

Stylar
Jan 5, 2023

Before you configure MSDP, the addresses of all MSDP peers must be known in Border Gateway Protocol (BGP). https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html

Rose66Option: B
Jan 8, 2023

I think Bambju found the solution.....

TSKARAN
Jan 19, 2023

Selected Answer: A https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html

Sammy3637Option: B
Feb 16, 2023

B is correct source from Cisco

Sammy3637
Feb 21, 2023

Correction , most suitable is Answer A https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html

michalcz
May 4, 2023

Prerequisites for Using MSDP to Interconnect Multiple PIM-SM Domains Before you configure MSDP, the addresses of all MSDP peers must be known in Border Gateway Protocol (BGP).

Splashisthegreatestmovie
Jun 14, 2023

I'm struggling with this because you can't run MSDP between domains without BGP so C is completely valid. However A is an accurate description.

Dv123456
Jul 21, 2023

Is there MSDP in the Cert. Guide? Surely not in the blueprint

djedeen
Aug 19, 2023

Nope, C: Prerequisites for Using MSDP to Interconnect Multiple PIM-SM Domains Before you configure MSDP, the addresses of all MSDP peers must be known in Border Gateway Protocol (BGP).

issa1430
Apr 21, 2024

MSDP depends on BGP or multiprotocol BGP (MBGP) for interdomain operation. We recommended that you run MSDP on RPs sending to global multicast groups.

issa1430
Apr 21, 2024

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html#GUID-56896581-339B-407F-9CE2-00566608F35E

ipassccna
Apr 26, 2024

answer is clearly A

Shri_Fcb10
May 10, 2024

The correct answer is: A. MSDP allows a rendezvous point to dynamically discover active sources outside of its domain. MSDP enables multiple PIM-SM domains to exchange information about active multicast sources, allowing each domain's Rendezvous Point (RP) to dynamically discover sources located in other domains. This facilitates interdomain multicast communication by allowing multicast traffic from sources in one domain to be distributed to receivers in other domains.

kismet99
Jun 18, 2024

Prerequisites for Using MSDP to Interconnect Multiple PIM-SM Domains. Before you configure MSDP, the addresses of all MSDP peers must be known in Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html

AbdullahMohammad251Option: C
Aug 27, 2024

The only required task to use MSDP to interconnect multiple PIM-SM domains is configuring an MSDP Peer. "All MSDP peers must be configured to run BGP before being configured for MSDP." The other statements are correct! https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html#wp1054697

SwitchKillerOption: A
Jan 10, 2025

If you read the Link that was shared by Daaid, https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios/12_4t/ip_mcast/configuration/guide/mctmsdp.html#wp1054452 And ten we review The Answers in reverse order. D is Correct - MSDP messages are used to advertise Active sources but this doesn't addrress the "Interconnect" part of the question. C is also correct. According to this document MSDP does require BGP or MBGP but this is a requirement of MSDP and again doesn't address the "Interconnect" issue. B is wrong - MSDP uses SA messages to advertise active sources, not to request a list of sources. A is also Correct and this directly addresses the issue of Interconnecting Multiple PIM-SM Domains

chmacnpOption: A
Mar 23, 2025

What a brutal question but also a great way to understand the components of MSDP, a protocol that I am unlikely to use or seen to be used ever: MSDP is a mechanism to connect multiple PIM-SM domains, it's purpose is to discover multicast sources in other PIM-SM domains. Allows a RP to dynamically discover active sources outside of its domain. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/ios-xml/ios/ipmulti_pim/configuration/xe-16/imc-pim-xe-16-book/imc-msdp-im-pim-sim.html#GUID-4B201DB3-2C27-4F98-977A-A1AE9DC39C21

Rudisbel87Option: C
Apr 9, 2025

How to Use MSDP to Interconnect Multiple PIM-SM Domains Perform the following tasks to use MSDP to interconnect multiple PIM-SM domains. The first task is required; all other tasks are optional.