NetSec-Analyst Management And Operations Practice Question
An administrator needs to manage multiple NGFWs from a single interface using Strata Cloud Manager. Which task must be performed first to enable centralized policy management?
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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Register the firewall serial number in Strata Cloud Manager.
To manage devices in Strata Cloud Manager, the firewalls must be onboarded using the serial number and assigned to a device group within the SCM portal.
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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Configure an external dynamic list for device grouping.
Why it's wrong here
EDLs are used for objects, not device management grouping.
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Assign a valid license key to the firewall locally.
Why it's wrong here
Licensing is managed via the portal, but onboarding is the primary step for SCM visibility.
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Enable Panorama mode on the NGFW local CLI.
Why it's wrong here
Strata Cloud Manager does not require the firewall to be in Panorama mode.
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Register the firewall serial number in Strata Cloud Manager.
Why this is correct
Onboarding the device via its serial number is the mandatory first step for SCM integration.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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