After NSX-V auto deploys a firewall, what connects the hypervisor to the firewall so it can retrieve traffic?

The NetX data plane API is integral to the communication between the hypervisor and the deployed firewall. Once NSX-V auto-deploys the firewall, it utilizes this API to facilitate the flow of traffic data between the hypervisor and the firewall. The data plane is responsible for the actual transmission of network packets; as such, the API allows for efficient handling and monitoring of these packets as they traverse the network.

The data plane API ensures that the firewall can retrieve traffic information from the hypervisor, allowing it to apply its security policies effectively. This integration is crucial for maintaining seamless network operations and security posture, as it enables real-time interaction and data exchanges that are essential for maintaining visibility and control over the network traffic.

Other options do not fulfill the role required for this communication. The management plane API, while important for configuration and management tasks, does not handle the actual traffic flow between the hypervisor and the firewall. The notion that there is no communication and that the service must be manually installed contradicts the automated nature of the NSX-V deployment process. Finally, although PAN OS XML API pertains to firewalls from Palo Alto Networks and is relevant in specific contexts, it is not applicable to the NSX-V environment.