Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE) R81 — Question 301

If the Active Security Management Server fails or if it becomes necessary to change the Active to Standby, the following steps must be taken to prevent data loss. Providing the Active Security Management Server is responsive, which if these steps should NOT be performed:

Answer options

• A. Rename the hostname of the Standby member to match exactly the hostname of the Active member.
• B. Manually synchronize the Active and Standby Security Management Servers.
• C. Change the Active Security Management Server to Standby.
• D. Change the Standby Security Management Server to Active.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Option A is correct because renaming the Standby member's hostname to match the Active member can cause conflicts and confusion in the network. The other options are necessary steps that help maintain data integrity and ensure a smooth transition between Active and Standby states.