350-601 Storage Network Practice Question
Which TWO commands are used to verify zoning configuration on a Cisco MDS switch? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the distinction between commands that show device login status (fcns, flogi) versus commands that show the actual zoning configuration (zone, zoneset active), leading candidates to mistakenly choose login-related commands as zoning verification tools.
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Why each option matters
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show zone
The 'show zone' command displays the configured zone database, including zone members and their aliases, which is essential for verifying zoning configuration. The 'show zoneset active' command shows the currently active zoneset that is enforced by the switch, confirming which zones are actually applied to traffic. Both commands directly verify zoning configuration on a Cisco MDS switch.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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show zone
Why this is correct
Displays all configured zones.
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show fcns database
Why it's wrong here
Shows registered devices, not zoning.
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show flogi database
Why it's wrong here
Shows logged-in devices, not zoning.
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show vsan membership
Why it's wrong here
Shows VSAN membership, not zone details.
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show zoneset active
Why this is correct
Displays the active zone set and its zones.
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