NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA) – ONTAP SAN — Question 54

You are deploying a cluster with four AFF A300 nodes and Cisco 3232C switches. When you arrive at the customer's site, you notice that there are multiple breakout cables and four Cisco 3232C switches.
In this scenario, which statement is true?

Answer options

• A. A 4-node AFF A300 cluster requires four Cisco 3232C switches.
• B. Cisco best practices require four Cisco 3232C switches for high availability.
• C. A 4-node AFF A300 cluster requires two Cisco 3232C switches for the cluster interconnect and two for management.
• D. Your customer ordered a MetroCluster IP configuration.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because a 4-node AFF A300 cluster typically requires two switches for the cluster interconnect and two for management purposes, ensuring optimal performance and management capabilities. Options A and B are incorrect as they suggest an unnecessary number of switches, and option D is not relevant to the switch configuration needed for the cluster.