SNIA Certified Storage Networking Expert (CSNE) — Question 4

Which device would communicate to a DAS?

Answer options

• A. NIC
• B. switch
• C. HBA
• D. DB9 serial cable

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as a DB9 serial cable can be used to connect devices to a Direct Attached Storage (DAS) system. Options A (NIC), B (switch), and C (HBA) represent network-related devices or connections, which are not applicable for directly connecting to DAS.