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NSE4_FGT-7.0 · Question #166

Which two statements are correct about a software switch on FortiGate? (Choose two.)

The correct answer is A. It can be configured only when FortiGate is operating in NAT mode C. All interfaces in the software switch share the same IP address. FortiGate software switches group multiple interfaces into a single Layer 2 segment, operate exclusively in NAT mode, and are assigned a single IP address for the entire virtual switch.

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Question

Which two statements are correct about a software switch on FortiGate? (Choose two.)

Options

  • AIt can be configured only when FortiGate is operating in NAT mode
  • BCan act as a Layer 2 switch as well as a Layer 3 router
  • CAll interfaces in the software switch share the same IP address
  • DIt can group only physical interfaces

How the community answered

(55 responses)
  • A
    93% (51)
  • B
    5% (3)
  • D
    2% (1)

Why each option

FortiGate software switches group multiple interfaces into a single Layer 2 segment, operate exclusively in NAT mode, and are assigned a single IP address for the entire virtual switch.

AIt can be configured only when FortiGate is operating in NAT modeCorrect

A software switch on FortiGate can only be configured and is functional when the FortiGate device is operating in NAT (Network Address Translation) mode, not in transparent mode.

BCan act as a Layer 2 switch as well as a Layer 3 router

While the FortiGate as a whole can perform Layer 3 routing, the software switch itself functions purely as a Layer 2 switch, consolidating member interfaces into a single broadcast domain under one logical interface.

CAll interfaces in the software switch share the same IP addressCorrect

All interfaces that are members of a software switch share a single logical IP address that is assigned to the software switch interface itself, effectively placing all connected devices on the same Layer 2 broadcast domain.

DIt can group only physical interfaces

A software switch can group both physical interfaces, such as Ethernet ports, and logical interfaces, including VLAN sub-interfaces, into a single virtual switch.

Concept tested: FortiGate software switch capabilities and limitations

Source: https://docs.fortinet.com/document/fortigate/7.4.0/administration-guide/52643/software-switches

Topics

#software switch#virtual interfaces#NAT mode

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