Match each Cisco MDS FC switch feature to its purpose.
Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.
Virtual SAN for isolating Fibre Channel traffic
Access control between initiators and targets
Routing protocol for Fibre Channel fabric
Fibre Channel over IP for remote connectivity
Inter-VSAN routing for selective communication
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
VSAN: Allows creation of virtual SANs to isolate traffic within a physical SAN
VSAN, Zoning, and NPV are correctly matched. FCoE encapsulates Fibre Channel over Ethernet, and DCNM provides centralized management. Common confusions include mixing VSAN with FCoE or DCNM with FCoE.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
VSAN: Allows creation of virtual SANs to isolate traffic within a physical SAN
Why this is correct
VSANs partition a physical SAN into multiple logical SANs, providing isolation and traffic segregation.
Zoning: Restricts device access within a SAN to prevent unauthorized communication
Why this is correct
Zoning controls which devices can communicate, enhancing security and stability.
NPV: Allows an edge Fibre Channel switch to proxy login requests to a core switch
Why this is correct
NPV reduces domain IDs and simplifies management by proxying logins.
FCoE: Allows creation of virtual SANs to isolate traffic within a physical SAN
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this definition describes VSAN, not FCoE. FCoE encapsulates Fibre Channel over Ethernet.
DCNM: Encapsulates Fibre Channel frames over Ethernet networks
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this definition describes FCoE. DCNM is a centralized management tool for data center networks.
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