200-150 Question #157: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is B: Cisco MDS 9148 Multilayer Fabric Switch. Native Fibre Channel SAN connectivity requires devices with FC-capable ports, which only the Cisco MDS 9148 and Cisco Nexus 5548UP provide among the listed options.

Question

A customer wants to connect to their SAN via Fibre Channel. Which two devices can be used to provide connectivity? (Choose two.)

Options

ACisco Nexus 2248TP GE Fabric Extender
BCisco MDS 9148 Multilayer Fabric Switch
CCisco Nexus 7010 Switch
DCisco Nexus 5548UP Switch
ECisco Catalyst 6509 Switch

Explanation

Native Fibre Channel SAN connectivity requires devices with FC-capable ports, which only the Cisco MDS 9148 and Cisco Nexus 5548UP provide among the listed options.

Common mistakes.

A. The Nexus 2248TP is a GE (Gigabit Ethernet-only) Fabric Extender with no Fibre Channel port capability whatsoever.
C. The Nexus 7010 is a data center core Ethernet switch that does not support native Fibre Channel ports on any available line card.
E. The Catalyst 6509 is a campus and enterprise Ethernet switch platform with no native Fibre Channel support or FC line card options.

Concept tested. Fibre Channel SAN device selection MDS and Nexus

Reference. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/switches/nexus-5000-series-switches/data_sheet_c78-461802.html

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