Designing Cisco Data Center Infrastructure (DCID) — Question 120

A network consultant reviews the requirements for the Storage Area Network (SAN) design. The proposed solution must offer a very efficient port usage and eliminate the need for a separate physical layer of switches and their associated ISLs. The design is not expected to require future expansion.

Which SAN topology must be used to meet these requirements?

Answer options

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The collapsed-core topology is suitable as it combines the core and distribution layers into a single layer, optimizing port usage and reducing the need for additional switches. The other topologies, like core-edge and core-distribution-access, do not eliminate the need for separate layers, which does not align with the requirements stated.