NSE7_EFW Central Management Practice Question
An administrator wants to use FortiManager to push a configuration change to 50 FortiGates simultaneously. Which method minimizes downtime and ensures consistency?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Assign devices to a Device Group and push a common Policy Package
Using 'Provisioning Templates' or 'Device Groups' allows the administrator to push changes to multiple devices in a controlled, unified manner.
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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Create 50 separate ADOMs
Why it's wrong here
This creates excessive administrative overhead.
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Assign devices to a Device Group and push a common Policy Package
Why this is correct
Device groups enable bulk management.
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Connect to each FortiGate via SSH and run scripts
Why it's wrong here
This does not leverage FortiManager's centralized capabilities.
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Enable 'Auto-Push' for every change
Why it's wrong here
Auto-push can cause instability if not tested.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Fortinet exam blueprint
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