350-601 Compute Practice Question
An enterprise requires that all virtual machines using a specific service profile must have the same MAC address pool. Which policy should be configured on the service profile template?
⚠ Common exam trap
Test-takers frequently confuse MAC Pool Policy with UUID Pool Policy, assuming both handle identity assignment, but only MAC Pool Policy controls the Ethernet address pool for virtual NICs.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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MAC Pool Policy
A MAC Pool Policy is correct because it defines a range of MAC addresses that are dynamically assigned to virtual network adapters in a service profile. When multiple VMs use the same service profile template, configuring a MAC Pool Policy ensures all VMs derive their MAC addresses from the same pool, guaranteeing consistency and avoiding address conflicts across the cluster.
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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MAC Pool Policy
Why this is correct
MAC pool defines the range and is attached to the vNIC in the profile.
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UUID Pool Policy
Why it's wrong here
UUID pools assign unique identifiers, not MAC addresses.
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Server Pool Policy
Why it's wrong here
Server pool manages physical server assignment, not MAC addressing.
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WWPN Pool Policy
Why it's wrong here
WWPN pools are for Fibre Channel, not Ethernet.
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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