NetApp Certified Storage Associate (NCSA) — Question 30

For the cluster network of a two-node cluster running Data ONTAP 8.3.1, which statement is true?

Answer options

• A. Client traffic will never be sent across the cluster network, since ALUA automatically chooses the best path.
• B. Only the traffic that is required for a volume move operation is sent across the cluster network.
• C. Only configuration data is sent across the cluster network.
• D. Client traffic will be sent across the cluster network, if the LIF and the volume are not on the same node.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because in a two-node cluster, only configuration data is exchanged over the cluster network, ensuring that operational traffic remains efficient. Options A and B incorrectly imply that client traffic is never sent or that it is limited to volume moves, while option D suggests client traffic is sent under specific conditions, which is not accurate for configuration data transmission.