F5 Networks 201 Exam - Topic 6 Question 117 Discussion

Actual exam question for F5 Networks's 201 exam

Question #: 117
Topic #: 6

Which IP address will the client address be changed to when SNAT automap is specified within a Virtual Server configuration?

AThe floating self-IP address on the VLAN where the packet leaves the system.

BThe floating self-IP address on the VLAN where the packet arrives on the system.

CIt will alternate between the floating and non floating self-IP address on the VLAN where the packet leaves the system so that port exhaustion is avoided.

DIt will alternate between the floating and non floating self-IP address on the VLAN where the packet arrives on the system so that port exhaustion is avoided.

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Suggested Answer: A

by Grover at Nov 25, 2025, 08:30 PM

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Lizbeth

6 days ago

A is straightforward. Less confusion for clients.

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Alaine

11 days ago

D is interesting, but I feel it complicates things.

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Sherman

16 days ago

C sounds right. Alternating helps with port issues.

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Jean

21 days ago

I lean towards B. Arrival IP seems logical.

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Marguerita

27 days ago

B sounds plausible too, but I lean towards A.

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Dong

1 month ago

Wait, is it really just A? That seems too simple.

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Eladia

1 month ago

I thought it might be C, but now I'm not so sure.

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Leonor

2 months ago

It's A, the floating self-IP on the VLAN where the packet leaves.

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Alishia

2 months ago

I'm just glad I don't have to remember all these VLAN and IP address details. As long as A works, I'm happy.

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Holley

2 months ago

Haha, alternating IPs to avoid port exhaustion? That's like using a band-aid to fix a broken leg. A is the way to go.

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Hana

2 months ago

Alternating between floating and non-floating self-IPs? That sounds like a recipe for port exhaustion. I'll stick with A.

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Reed

3 months ago

I thought it would be the floating self-IP on the VLAN where the packet arrives. Guess I need to brush up on my SNAT automap knowledge.

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Patti

3 months ago

I recall something about avoiding port exhaustion, but I can’t remember if it was related to A or C. This is tricky!

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Roslyn

3 months ago

I’m confused about the floating vs. non-floating self-IP addresses. I feel like I need to review that part again.

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Daniela

3 months ago

I practiced a similar question, and I feel like it was about the self-IP on the VLAN where the packet arrives. Maybe it’s B?

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Thea

3 months ago

I think the answer might be A, but I’m not entirely sure. I remember something about the packet leaving the system.

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Kenneth

3 months ago

Alright, time to put on my networking hat. I'm pretty sure the answer is B, but I'll walk through the options to make sure.

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Wynell

4 months ago

I've seen questions like this before. I think the answer has to do with the VLAN where the packet is leaving the system, but I'll double-check my notes to be sure.

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