FCSS – LAN Edge Administrator 7.6 — Question 12

When deploying a FortiSwitch in a network managed through FortiLink, how does the FortiGate facilitate communication to the FortiSwitch?

Answer options

• A. FortiGate establishes communication with FortiSwitch using a pre-configured VLAN without requiring DHCP.
• B. FortiSwitch requires internet access to register its license in order to connect with FortiGate over FortiLink.
• C. FortiSwitch initially requires to be configured with static IP addresses to function over FortiLink.
• D. FortiGate acts as a DHCP server and provides the FortiAP with an IP address over FortiLink.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because FortiGate operates as a DHCP server, enabling FortiAP to receive an IP address through FortiLink, thus facilitating communication. Options A, B, and C are incorrect as they do not accurately describe the role of FortiGate in managing FortiSwitch communication via FortiLink.