D-PSC-MN-23 by EMC Actual Free Exam Q&As

Question 1

A customer has a Dell PowerScale Gen 6 cluster that is using an Ethernet backend. They have Gen 5 nodes and cables from a previous installation. A PowerScale platform engineer is on site. The customer asks the engineer if they can repurpose the Gen 5 equipment on their Gen 6 cluster.
What should the engineer advise the customer?

A. An InfiniBand switch must be paired with the Gen 6 back-end Ethernet switches to allow the Gen 5 nodes to join B. Order new cables with the right connectors C. Daisy chain the Gen 5 backend by InfiniBand cables, then plug them directly to the Gen 6 primary node D. Gen 5 nodes cannot be joined to a cluster with Gen 6 nodes running an Ethernet backend

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Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

Question 2

Which tools are used for managing a PowerScale cluster? (Select two)

A. WebUI B. CLI C. SNMP Manager D. PAPI

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Correct Answer: A,B Vote an answer

Question 3

During the replacement of a failed hard drive, a key FRU, what steps should be followed to ensure proper installation?

A. Verifying the drive firmware version matches the cluster B. Ensuring the node is isolated from the network C. Confirming the slot and drive compatibility D. Performing a full data backup

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Correct Answer: A,C Vote an answer

Question 4

What protocols are essential for secure remote PowerScale cluster management? (Select two)

A. HTTP B. SSH C. RDP D. SNMPv3

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Correct Answer: B,D Vote an answer

Question 5

How do you ensure data continuity during a PowerScale node hardware upgrade?

A. Implement rolling upgrades across the cluster B. Synchronize all nodes before starting the upgrade C. Isolate the node being upgraded from the network D. Use data mirroring to an external backup cluster

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

Question 6

How does the Serial Console differ from the WebUI in managing PowerScale clusters?

A. It offers a more detailed system view. B. Both A and B C. It requires physical access to the node. D. It provides a text-based interface.

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Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

Question 7

Match each Dell PowerScale node to its description.

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Question 8

Which aspect is crucial when cabling nodes in a PowerScale installation?

A. Ensuring cables are of the minimum required length B. Using color-coded cables for easy identification C. Verifying cable integrity with testing tools D. Documenting the cabling layout

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Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

Question 9

In the context of adding a node to a PowerScale cluster, what is the purpose of smartfailing?

A. It ensures data is evenly distributed across the cluster. B. It provides a mechanism for graceful removal of a node. C. It allows the node to join the cluster without disrupting existing operations. D. It tests the node's compatibility with the cluster environment.

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Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

Question 10

A platform engineer plans to upgrade Dell PowerScale OneFS.
Which action must they consider during the pre-upgrade phase?

A. Install recommended patches B. Implement OneFS API C. Check supportability and compatibility requirements D. Update firmware

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Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

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