What is a consideration when configuring automated software downloads on a Dell Unity XT storage array?

Question

Options

• ATwo-way SRS must be implemented on the system.
• BOne-way SRS must be implemented on the system.
• CVASA must be enabled.
• DFirewall port 9443 must be open.

• A
  91% (31)
• C
  6% (2)
• D
  3% (1)

Explanation

Two-way SRS (Secure Remote Services) is required because automated software downloads demand bidirectional communication - the Unity XT must both send requests outbound and receive software packages inbound from Dell's servers. One-way SRS (option B) only supports outbound communication (e.g., sending diagnostics to Dell), so it cannot facilitate receiving downloads. VASA (option C) is a VMware vSphere API for storage awareness and has no role in software delivery or remote connectivity. Port 9443 (option D) is a distractor - SRS primarily uses port 443 for HTTPS communication, and no special port 9443 requirement applies here.

Memory tip: Think "two-way street" - a download requires traffic in both directions (your request goes out, the software comes back), so Two-way SRS is the only option that keeps that street open in both lanes.

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