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The correct CLI command to add a static route on a FortiGate is the sequence beginning with `config router static`, followed by `edit 1`, `set dst 192.168.100.0 255.255.255.0`, `set gateway 10.0.0.1`, `next`, and `end`. This is correct because FortiGate’s static route configuration requires entering the `router static` context, then specifying the destination network using a subnet mask in dotted-decimal format rather than CIDR notation, and defining the next-hop gateway with the `set gateway` command. On the Fortinet NSE 4 Network Security Professional exam, this question tests your ability to recall the exact syntax for static route creation, a fundamental skill for routing configuration. A common trap is using CIDR notation (e.g., `/24`) in the `set dst` field, which FortiGate does not accept; you must use the full subnet mask. Another pitfall is forgetting the `next` command to commit the route entry before exiting. For a quick memory tip, remember the sequence as “Config, Edit, Set, Next, End” — or simply “CESNE” — to ensure you never miss a step when adding a FortiGate static route via the CLI.
NSE4 System and Network Administration Practice Question
This NSE4 practice question tests your understanding of system and network administration. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A FortiGate administrator needs to configure a static route to reach a remote network 192.168.100.0/24 via next-hop 10.0.0.1. Which CLI command should be used?
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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config router static edit 1 set dst 192.168.100.0 255.255.255.0 set gateway 10.0.0.1 next end
Option B is correct because it uses the proper FortiGate CLI syntax for configuring a static route. The command 'config router static' enters the static route configuration context, and 'set dst' specifies the destination network with a subnet mask (not CIDR notation), while 'set gateway' defines the next-hop IP address. This matches the FortiGate CLI structure for static routes.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
The trap here is that candidates familiar with Cisco IOS may use 'set destination' or 'set next-hop' (similar to Cisco's 'ip route' command) or CIDR notation, but FortiGate requires 'set dst' with a subnet mask and 'set gateway' for the next-hop, testing knowledge of vendor-specific CLI syntax.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
FortiGate's routing table is managed under the 'config router static' hierarchy, where each static route is an entry with a unique ID. The 'set dst' parameter expects a network address and a subnet mask in dotted decimal format, not CIDR, because FortiGate's CLI parses the mask separately for consistency with other network objects. In real-world scenarios, using CIDR notation in 'set dst' will cause a syntax error, forcing administrators to use the correct mask format to avoid misconfiguration.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
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How this comes up in practice
A small business has 20 workstations on the 192.168.1.0/24 network and one public IP from its ISP. The router uses PAT (NAT overload) so all 20 devices share one public address using different source ports. NAT questions test whether you understand the four address terms and which direction each translation applies.
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System and Network Administration — This question tests System and Network Administration — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
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The correct answer is: config router static edit 1 set dst 192.168.100.0 255.255.255.0 set gateway 10.0.0.1 next end — Option B is correct because it uses the proper FortiGate CLI syntax for configuring a static route. The command 'config router static' enters the static route configuration context, and 'set dst' specifies the destination network with a subnet mask (not CIDR notation), while 'set gateway' defines the next-hop IP address. This matches the FortiGate CLI structure for static routes.
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