350-601 Compute Practice Question
In a UCS service profile, which construct is used to abstract the network interface configuration so that the same profile can be used with different blade models?
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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vNIC template
vNIC templates define network interface properties (MAC address, VLANs, fabric assignment) and can be policy-based, allowing hardware abstraction.
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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Boot policy
Why it's wrong here
Boot policy defines boot order, not network abstraction.
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Local disk policy
Why it's wrong here
Local disk policy specifies storage configuration.
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Server pool policy
Why it's wrong here
Server pool policy defines which servers can be assigned the profile.
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vNIC template
Why this is correct
vNIC templates provide standardized network interface configurations.
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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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