Which of the following steps are necessary in order to add a new VLAN to a switched network?

A. Create the VLAN.
B. Name the VLAN.
C. Configure an IP address for the VLAN.
D. Add the desired ports to the new VLAN.
E. Add the VLAN to the VTP domain.

Answer: A B D

Explanation: The following are the basic requirements for creating VLANs:
* Creating the VLAN numbers and names
* Configuring each port's assigned VLAN.

Incorrect Answers:
C. This is an optional feature, but not a necessary step for creating a VLAN.
E. Adding any VLAN to a Virtual Trunking Protocol (VTP) domain may be desired in a complex multi-switch and multi-VLAN network. However, it is not a necessary step for creating stand-alone VLANs on a single switch.
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