350-601 Storage Network Practice Question
An engineer is configuring a Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) SAN. Which statement about FCoE Initialization Protocol (FIP) is true?
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the misconception that FIP requires IP addresses or that it is only used during initialization, when in fact FIP uses MAC addresses and also handles ongoing session maintenance like keep-alives.
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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FIP uses Ethernet MAC addresses for communication.
FCoE Initialization Protocol (FIP) uses Ethernet MAC addresses for communication during the discovery, initialization, and maintenance phases of an FCoE session. FIP frames are encapsulated in standard Ethernet frames with a specific EtherType (0x8914), allowing FCoE-capable endpoints to discover each other and establish virtual links without relying on IP addresses.
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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FIP operates only over lossless Ethernet.
Why it's wrong here
FIP operates over any Ethernet, but FCoE requires lossless.
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FIP uses Ethernet MAC addresses for communication.
Why this is correct
FIP uses MAC addresses for discovery and login.
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FIP is used only for FCoE initialization, not for maintenance.
Why it's wrong here
FIP handles keep-alives and link maintenance.
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FIP requires IP addresses to establish FCoE sessions.
Why it's wrong here
FIP is Layer 2, not Layer 3.
Quick reference
Access Control Model Comparison
| Model | Acronym | Who Controls Access? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Access Control | DAC | Resource owner | Small teams, file shares |
| Mandatory Access Control | MAC | System / security labels | Classified govt / military |
| Role-Based Access Control | RBAC | Administrator (via roles) | Enterprise environments |
| Attribute-Based Access Control | ABAC | Policy engine (user + resource attributes) | Fine-grained, dynamic policies |
| Rule-Based Access Control | RuBAC | System rules / ACLs | Firewall rules, network ACLs |
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