SG0-001 · Question #425
Which of the following could be a result of a failed drive in a properly configured storage array? (Select TWO).
The correct answer is A. SMS to administrator E. Email to administrator. A properly configured storage array with a failed drive will typically send notifications to an administrator.
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Which of the following could be a result of a failed drive in a properly configured storage array? (Select TWO).
Options
- ASMS to administrator
- BUnexpected data loss
- CController reboot
- DLoss of power supply
- EEmail to administrator
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(35 responses)- A91% (32)
- B6% (2)
- C3% (1)
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A properly configured storage array with a failed drive will typically send notifications to an administrator.
Properly configured storage arrays are designed with monitoring capabilities to detect hardware failures, such as a drive failure. Upon detection, the array's management system sends alerts, commonly via SMS, to notify administrators of the issue, allowing for prompt action to replace the failed drive and maintain data integrity.
Unexpected data loss is prevented in a properly configured storage array (e.g., RAID) because redundancy mechanisms ensure data availability even if a drive fails.
A single drive failure in a properly configured storage array does not typically cause a controller reboot; controllers are designed to be fault-tolerant and continue operating with redundant paths or components.
A single drive failure does not directly lead to a loss of power supply, as power supplies are separate components and are often redundant themselves within a storage array.
Properly configured storage arrays are designed with monitoring capabilities to detect hardware failures, such as a drive failure. Upon detection, the array's management system sends alerts, commonly via email, to notify administrators of the issue, allowing for prompt action to replace the failed drive and maintain data integrity.
Concept tested: Storage array fault monitoring and alerting
Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/storage/raid/raid-level-details
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