350-601 Storage Network Practice Question
Which TWO of the following Fibre Channel port types are used to connect end devices such as hosts or storage?
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the distinction between N_port and FL_port, trapping candidates who confuse the point-to-point fabric connection (N_port to F_port) with the older Arbitrated Loop topology (NL_port to FL_port).
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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N port
(N port) is correct because an N_port (Node port) is the Fibre Channel port type used on end devices such as hosts (HBAs) or storage controllers to connect to a Fibre Channel switch. Option D (F port) is correct because an F_port (Fabric port) is the switch-side port that connects to an N_port, forming a point-to-point link between the end device and the fabric. Together, N_port and F_port enable standard fabric login (FLOGI) and frame exchange.
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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FL port
Why it's wrong here
FL port connects to arbitrated loop.
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E port
Why it's wrong here
E port connects switches.
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N port
Why this is correct
N port is on the end device.
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F port
Why this is correct
F port on switch connects to N ports.
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NP port
Why it's wrong here
NP port is on NPV switch for upstream.
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