NSE 6 – FortiSwitch 7.2 — Question 4

What are two reasons why time synchronization between FortiGate and its managed FortiSwitch is critical in switch management? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. FortiSwitch does not retain its time after a reboot, which gets reset after each reboot.
• B. FortiSwitch will not be able to become an NTP server for downstream devices.
• C. FortiSwitch cannot complete the DTLS handshake used in the CAPWAP tunnel.
• D. FortiSwitch will not allow other FortiSwitch devices in the chain be discovered by FortiGate.

Correct answer: A, C

Explanation

The correct answer A highlights that FortiSwitch loses its time settings after a reboot, which is crucial for accurate timekeeping. Option C is also correct because without proper time synchronization, FortiSwitch cannot successfully complete the DTLS handshake for the CAPWAP tunnel. Options B and D are incorrect as they do not directly relate to the critical need for time synchronization in switch management.