What steps are involved in adding a new node to a PowerFlex cluster? (Choose two)

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• AValidate network connectivity of the new node
• BAssign the node to an existing Protection Domain
• CEnable deduplication and compression on the node
• DVerify the firmware and software versions

• A
  81% (29)
• B
  14% (5)
• C
  6% (2)

Explanation

When adding a new node to a PowerFlex (formerly ScaleIO) cluster, validating network connectivity (A) ensures the node can communicate with existing nodes and the MDM (Metadata Manager), which is fundamental before the node can join and participate in the cluster. Verifying firmware and software versions (D) is equally critical because PowerFlex requires version consistency across nodes - a mismatch can cause compatibility failures or prevent the node from being accepted into the cluster.

Why B is wrong: Assigning to a Protection Domain happens after the node is successfully added and recognized - it's a logical grouping step, not part of initial node onboarding.

Why C is wrong: Deduplication and compression are optional, storage-efficiency features configured at the storage pool level, not a required step during node addition.

Memory tip: Think of it as "check before you connect" - you verify the network (A) so the node can talk, and verify versions (D) so it can be understood. Both are pre-flight checks that must pass before PowerFlex will accept the new member.

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