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NSE4 · Question #261
NSE4 Question #261: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is A: Static. For applications requiring session persistence, the Static distribution algorithm is the optimal choice as it ensures clients consistently connect to the same backend server.
Submitted by anna_se· Apr 18, 2026FortiGate Deployment and System Configuration
Question
When configuring a server load balanced virtual IP, which of the following is the best distribution algorithm to be used in applications where the same physical destination server must be maintained between sessions?
Options
- AStatic
- BRound robin
- CWeighted round robin
- DLeast connected
Explanation
For applications requiring session persistence, the Static distribution algorithm is the optimal choice as it ensures clients consistently connect to the same backend server.
Common mistakes.
- B. Round robin distributes traffic sequentially without maintaining session affinity.
- C. Weighted round robin distributes traffic based on server weights in a sequential manner, also without maintaining session affinity.
- D. Least connected directs new connections to the server with the fewest active connections, which does not guarantee session persistence.
Concept tested. Server Load Balancing Session Persistence
Topics
#server load balancing#virtual IP#session persistence#static distribution
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