Which Cisco router component performs process switching of packets?

IT Questions BankCategory: CCNPWhich Cisco router component performs process switching of packets?

Which Cisco router component performs process switching of packets?

  • the general-purpose CPU
  • the ASIC
  • the forwarding engine
  • the TCAM

Explanation: The general-purpose CPU within a router is used to perform process switching of packets. ASICs, forwarding engines, and TCAM are switching and forwarding components of hardware CEF.

Exam with this question: Quiz - Packet Forwarding

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