Refer to the exhibit. Which ports are used to connect DAEs to a Unity XT storage array?

Question

Exhibit

Options

• A2
• B1
• C3
• D4

• A
  90% (27)
• B
  7% (2)
• D
  3% (1)

Explanation

On Unity XT storage arrays, ports 2 are the designated back-end SAS ports used to connect DAEs (Disk Array Enclosures) to the Storage Processors (SPs), making option A correct - the exhibit typically highlights these as the specific physical connectors for DAE cabling on both SP A and SP B.

Options B (port 1) and C (port 3) are incorrect because those ports serve different functions - port 1 is generally a front-end host connectivity port, and port 3 is not a standard DAE connection point in the Unity XT architecture. Option D (port 4) is similarly incorrect, as port 4 is either a front-end port or not present in standard DAE cabling diagrams for this platform.

Memory tip: Think "2 connects to the DAE" - the number 2 visually resembles a cable loop connecting enclosures, or simply remember that Unity XT uses back-end port 2 for DAE chaining, while ports 0 and 1 face the hosts.

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