350-601 Storage Network Practice Question
Which THREE components are required to implement Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) in a data center?
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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Converged Network Adapter (CNA)
FCoE requires a Converged Network Adapter (CNA) that supports both Ethernet and FCoE, DCB-enabled switches to provide lossless Ethernet (PFC, DCBX, ETS), and FCoE initialisation (FIP) to establish virtual links.
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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Fibre Channel switch with E-port
Why it's wrong here
FCoE uses Ethernet switches, not native FC switches, though FCoE can be bridged to FC.
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Converged Network Adapter (CNA)
Why this is correct
CNA provides both Ethernet and FCoE functionality on the host.
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iSCSI initiator software
Why it's wrong here
iSCSI is a different protocol, not required for FCoE.
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FCoE Initialization Protocol (FIP)
Why this is correct
FIP is used to discover and initialize FCoE connections.
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Data Center Bridging (DCB)-capable switches
Why this is correct
DCB provides lossless Ethernet required for FCoE.
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