350-601 Compute Practice Question
Which component in a UCS 5108 blade chassis provides the connectivity between the blade servers and the Fabric Interconnects?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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I/O Module (IOM)
The I/O Module (IOM) in the UCS 5108 chassis provides the uplink ports that connect to the Fabric Interconnects and the downlink ports that connect to the blade servers.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Chassis management controller (CMC)
Why it's wrong here
CMC manages chassis power and cooling, not data connectivity.
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Midplane
Why it's wrong here
The midplane provides passive connectivity but not the active uplink to FIs.
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I/O Module (IOM)
Why this is correct
IOMs provide the network connectivity between blades and FIs.
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Fabric Extender (FEX)
Why it's wrong here
FEX is used in rack switches, not in UCS chassis.
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