SNIA Certified Storage Networking Expert (CSNE) — Question 5

Which two connection sequences are supported for direct-attached storage? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. Fibre Channel Host HBA -> FC Switch -> FC Target Device on Storage Controller
• B. Fibre Channel Host HBA -> FC Target Device on Storage Controller
• C. SAS Host HBA -> SAS Target Storage Controller
• D. iSCSI Host Software Initiator -> Ethernet Switch -> iSCSI Host Target Initiator

Correct answer: A, D

Explanation

The correct answers are A and D because they both represent valid connection sequences for direct-attached storage. Option A utilizes a Fibre Channel setup with a switch, while option D employs an iSCSI configuration over Ethernet. Options B and C are not valid for direct-attached storage as they do not include the necessary switch or network components.