- A
Zoning is configured within a VSAN.
Zoning is applied within a VSAN to control device communication.
- B
Only active zone sets can be modified.
Why wrong: Active zone sets can be modified, but the full zone database can also be edited offline.
- C
Hard zoning based on WWN provides security by permitting only specific WWNs to communicate.
Hard zoning uses the WWN to enforce access at the switch level.
- D
Soft zoning based on port numbers is more secure than hard zoning.
Why wrong: Soft zoning is less secure because it relies on physical port location.
- E
A zone can contain both initiators and targets.
Why wrong: This is incorrect because, although a zone can contain multiple devices, security best practice dictates one initiator and one target per zone. Mixing multiple initiators or targets reduces security and complicates management.
350-601 VSAN Practice Question
This 350-601 practice question tests your understanding of storage network. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. A key principle to apply: vSAN. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
An administrator is configuring zoning on a Cisco MDS switch to ensure that two servers can only communicate with their assigned storage arrays. Which two statements about Fibre Channel zoning are correct? (Choose two.)
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
Zoning is configured within a VSAN.
Zoning is always configured within a VSAN, which provides isolation. Hard zoning based on WWN enforces access by permitting only specific WWNs to communicate, offering stronger security. While a zone can technically contain multiple devices, best practice in Fibre Channel zoning is to have exactly one initiator and one target per zone to maintain security and simplify management. Therefore, statement E is not considered correct in this context.
Key principle: VSAN
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
Zoning is configured within a VSAN.
Why this is correct
Zoning is applied within a VSAN to control device communication.
Related concept
VSAN
- ✗
Only active zone sets can be modified.
Why it's wrong here
Active zone sets can be modified, but the full zone database can also be edited offline.
- ✓
Hard zoning based on WWN provides security by permitting only specific WWNs to communicate.
Why this is correct
Hard zoning uses the WWN to enforce access at the switch level.
Related concept
VSAN
- ✗
Soft zoning based on port numbers is more secure than hard zoning.
Why it's wrong here
Soft zoning is less secure because it relies on physical port location.
- ✗
A zone can contain both initiators and targets.
Why it's wrong here
This is incorrect because, although a zone can contain multiple devices, security best practice dictates one initiator and one target per zone. Mixing multiple initiators or targets reduces security and complicates management.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- VSAN
- Hard Zoning
- Soft Zoning
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
VSAN
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
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What does this 350-601 question test?
Storage Network — This question tests Storage Network — VSAN.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Zoning is configured within a VSAN. — Zoning is always configured within a VSAN, which provides isolation. Hard zoning based on WWN enforces access by permitting only specific WWNs to communicate, offering stronger security. While a zone can technically contain multiple devices, best practice in Fibre Channel zoning is to have exactly one initiator and one target per zone to maintain security and simplify management. Therefore, statement E is not considered correct in this context.
What should I do if I get this 350-601 question wrong?
Review vSAN, then practise related 350-601 questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
What is the key concept behind this question?
VSAN
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