350-601 Storage Network Practice Question
Which three components are required for a fully functional FCoE deployment in a data center? (Choose three.)
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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DCB-enabled Ethernet switches
FCoE requires Converged Network Adapters (CNAs) on servers, DCB-enabled switches, and FIP for initialization. The other options are not mandatory.
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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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iSCSI initiator software
Why it's wrong here
iSCSI is a different protocol.
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DCB-enabled Ethernet switches
Why this is correct
DCB provides lossless Ethernet required for FCoE.
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Fibre Channel switches with E_ports
Why it's wrong here
FCoE uses FCoE switches or converged switches, not necessarily FC-only switches.
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Converged Network Adapters (CNAs) on servers
Why this is correct
CNAs support both Ethernet and FCoE.
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FCoE Initialization Protocol (FIP)
Why this is correct
FIP is used for discovery and login of FCoE devices.
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