350-601 Compute Practice Question
A UCS administrator is configuring a service profile for a VMware ESXi host. Which TWO of the following configuration items must be included to enable Fibre Channel SAN boot?
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the distinction between Fibre Channel SAN boot and FCoE SAN boot, leading candidates to incorrectly select FCoE VLAN configuration (Option D) when the question explicitly states 'Fibre Channel SAN boot' without mentioning FCoE.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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WWPN pool for vHBA
For Fibre Channel SAN boot on a UCS-managed VMware ESXi host, the service profile must include a WWPN pool for the vHBA (Option B) to assign unique World Wide Port Names, and a SAN boot policy specifying the target WWPN (Option E) to define the storage target from which the host boots. These two elements are essential because the vHBA requires a WWPN for fabric login, and the boot policy directs the host to the correct LUN on the SAN.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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QoS policy for vHBA
Why it's wrong here
QoS policy is optional and not required for boot functionality.
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WWPN pool for vHBA
Why this is correct
A WWPN pool provides the WWPNs for the vHBA that connects to the SAN.
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vNIC with MAC pool
Why it's wrong here
vNIC is for Ethernet, not for storage boot.
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FCoE VLAN configuration
Why it's wrong here
FCoE is not required for native Fibre Channel SAN boot.
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SAN boot policy with target WWPN
Why this is correct
The SAN boot policy defines the boot target LUN and WWPN.
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