A data center technician is tasked with connecting a new server's Host Bus Adapter (HBA) to an existing storage area network (SAN) switch. The technician observes that the available ports on the switch require a fiber optic connector with a distinct square profile and a push-pull mating mechanism. Which connector type must the patch cable have to ensure a successful connection?
The correct answer is SC (Subscriber Connector). This connector is characterized by its square-shaped body and a simple push-pull locking mechanism, which directly matches the physical description provided in the scenario. LC (Lucent Connector) connectors are smaller, more rectangular, and feature a retaining latch. ST (Straight Tip) connectors are round and use a bayonet-style twist-lock mechanism. MPO (Multi-fiber Push On) connectors are rectangular and much larger, as they terminate multiple fibers in a single connector for high-density backbone connections.
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