Which ONTAP option is preferred for workloads that require straightforward quota and snapshot management on controlled datasets?

• A. FlexVol
• B. FlexGroup
• C. Infinite Volume
• D. SnapLock Volume

Answer: (A)

FlexVol provides the simplest path to manage quotas and snapshots for controlled datasets. You can create qtrees inside a FlexVol and apply quotas at the qtree level to constrain each dataset’s usage, while also benefiting from built-in snapshots at the volume level for point-in-time recovery. This combination keeps administration straightforward for datasets you want clearly bounded. In contrast, FlexGroup is aimed at scale-out performance across many disks and adds management complexity; Infinite Volume is a capacity abstraction rather than a straightforward dataset-bound quota model; SnapLock Volume adds immutable, compliance-oriented retention that goes beyond routine quota and snapshot needs. For workloads needing plain, predictable quota control and quick snapshot capability on controlled datasets, the FlexVol option is the best fit.