NS0-158 · Question #86
Which steps need to be completed when creating a CIFS share? (Choose all that apply)
The correct answer is B. Configure an export policy C. Configure name mapping E. Create a junction path within the Vserver namespace. When creating a CIFS share on NetApp ONTAP, essential steps include configuring an export policy or security style for access, setting up name mapping for identity translation, and creating a junction path to make the volume accessible within the Vserver's namespace.
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Which steps need to be completed when creating a CIFS share? (Choose all that apply)
Options
- AConfigure a share policy
- BConfigure an export policy
- CConfigure name mapping
- DConfigure a snapshot policy
- ECreate a junction path within the Vserver namespace
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(28 responses)- A11% (3)
- B86% (24)
- D4% (1)
Why each option
When creating a CIFS share on NetApp ONTAP, essential steps include configuring an export policy or security style for access, setting up name mapping for identity translation, and creating a junction path to make the volume accessible within the Vserver's namespace.
'Share policy' is not a standard, explicit configuration step or term directly required for creating a CIFS share in NetApp ONTAP.
An export policy, or at least a security configuration for the underlying volume's access, is necessary to define how permissions are handled for the CIFS share.
Name mapping is essential for CIFS shares to correctly translate Windows user identities to Unix identities for consistent access and permissions.
A snapshot policy is for data protection and recovery, not a mandatory step for the initial creation and accessibility of a CIFS share itself.
A junction path integrates a volume into the Vserver's namespace, making the volume content accessible via a path from the Vserver root, which is a prerequisite for creating a CIFS share on that path.
Concept tested: NetApp ONTAP CIFS share creation prerequisites
Source: https://docs.netapp.com/us-en/ontap/smb-admin/create-smb-share-task.html
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