PCNSE Secure Access and VPN Practice Question
Which TWO configurations are required on a GlobalProtect portal to enable automatic tunnel configuration for macOS clients? (Choose two.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Enable Automatic Tunnel
Options B and E are correct. To enable automatic tunnel configuration for macOS clients, the GlobalProtect portal must have 'Enable Automatic Tunnel' checked and a tunnel interface specified. This allows the portal to push the necessary tunnel settings to macOS clients. Option A (GlobalProtect client package) is used to distribute the client, not specifically for automatic tunnel configuration. Option C (Gateway IP pool) is a gateway setting, not a portal configuration. Option D (PanGPS) is a helper service for GPS location, not required for automatic tunnel.
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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GlobalProtect client package assigned to macOS
Why it's wrong here
The client package distributes the software but does not affect automatic tunnel configuration.
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Enable Automatic Tunnel
Why this is correct
This setting must be enabled in the portal to allow automatic tunnel configuration.
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Gateway IP Pool configured
Why it's wrong here
IP pool is configured on the gateway, not the portal.
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PanGPS (Pan GlobalProtect Service) enabled
Why it's wrong here
PanGPS is a helper service for location awareness, not required for automatic tunnel.
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Specify a Tunnel Interface
Why this is correct
A tunnel interface must be specified for the automatic tunnel to use.
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