Which logical interface is created when you create a single-node clustered Data ONTAP system during cluster setup?

The correct answer is D. A cluster management LIF. During the initial cluster setup of a single-node clustered Data ONTAP system, the setup wizard automatically creates a cluster management LIF. This LIF provides the primary administrative access point for managing the entire cluster via tools like OnCommand System Manager or…

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Options

ATwo cluster LIFs
BAn intercluster LIF
CA data LIF
DA cluster management LIF

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(36 responses)

A
3% (1)
B
6% (2)
D
92% (33)

Explanation

During the initial cluster setup of a single-node clustered Data ONTAP system, the setup wizard automatically creates a cluster management LIF. This LIF provides the primary administrative access point for managing the entire cluster via tools like OnCommand System Manager or the CLI. It is node-independent and survives node failures by migrating to other nodes (in multi-node clusters). Option A (Two cluster LIFs) is incorrect - cluster LIFs are used for intra-cluster communication and are typically auto-created per node port, but are not the primary LIF created during setup for a single-node. Option B (intercluster LIF) must be manually configured when setting up SnapMirror/SnapVault replication. Option C (data LIF) is created separately after cluster setup.

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