After installing a new UCS M4 server, which two Cisco Integrated Management Controller connectivity options do you have? (Choose two )

Question

Options

• AXML API Access
• BWeb Access
• CIn-band Access
• DSNMP
• EOut-of-Band Access

• A
  89% (39)
• B
  7% (3)
• D
  2% (1)
• E
  2% (1)

Explanation

On Cisco UCS M4 rack-mount servers, the CIMC (Cisco Integrated Management Controller) is the embedded management controller, and XML API Access (A) is one of its core programmatic interfaces - it allows scripts and automation tools to manage the server directly via structured API calls, which is a key CIMC-specific feature. In-band Access (C) lets you reach CIMC over the server's standard data network interfaces rather than a dedicated management port, making it a distinct CIMC connectivity path.

Why the others are wrong:

• B (Web Access): While CIMC does have a web GUI, it is a management interface, not a connectivity option in this context - this question is specifically asking how you connect to CIMC, not how you interact with it once connected.
• D (SNMP): SNMP is a monitoring/alerting protocol, not a CIMC connectivity method - it's used to receive traps, not to access or configure the controller.
• E (Out-of-Band Access): Out-of-band is the default dedicated management port path, which is typically pre-configured before deployment; the question asks what you have after installing a new server, focusing on the options you configure or establish at that point.

Memory tip: Think "API + In-band = A + C." On a new install, CIMC exposes its XML API for automation and supports In-band connectivity through the data network - both require deliberate setup post-installation, distinguishing them from passive protocols (SNMP) or default hardware paths (OOB).

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