350-601 Storage Network Practice Question
Which of the following is a benefit of using Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) in a data center?
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the misconception that FCoE eliminates Fibre Channel management features like zoning or security, when in fact it preserves them while only consolidating the physical transport layer.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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It reduces cabling complexity by using a unified fabric.
FCoE encapsulates Fibre Channel frames over Ethernet networks, allowing storage and data traffic to share the same physical infrastructure. This consolidation reduces cabling complexity and the number of required switches, adapters, and power/cooling overhead, which is the core benefit of a unified fabric.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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It increases the maximum distance of Fibre Channel links.
Why it's wrong here
Distance is limited by Ethernet.
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It reduces cabling complexity by using a unified fabric.
Why this is correct
Convergence reduces cabling.
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It provides native Fibre Channel security.
Why it's wrong here
FCoE uses FC security but not natively.
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It eliminates the need for zoning.
Why it's wrong here
Zoning is still required.
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