SG0-001 · Question #52
Which of the following are hot-pluggable devices in a storage array? (Select TWO)
The correct answer is B. Power supply C. Disk. Hot-pluggable devices in a storage array, such as power supplies and disks, can be replaced or added while the system remains operational, enhancing availability.
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Which of the following are hot-pluggable devices in a storage array? (Select TWO)
Options
- AHBA
- BPower supply
- CDisk
- DDrive chassis
- EISL
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(25 responses)- A4% (1)
- B92% (23)
- E4% (1)
Why each option
Hot-pluggable devices in a storage array, such as power supplies and disks, can be replaced or added while the system remains operational, enhancing availability.
An HBA (Host Bus Adapter) is generally a critical component that often requires a system shutdown to be installed or replaced, as it typically interfaces directly with the server's bus and operating system.
Power supplies in modern storage arrays are typically hot-pluggable, allowing for replacement or upgrade without interrupting the array's operation, ensuring continuous power delivery.
Disks (drives) are designed to be hot-pluggable in storage arrays, enabling replacement of failed drives or addition of new capacity while the array remains online and accessible.
A drive chassis is the main enclosure housing multiple drives and other components; replacing or adding a chassis typically involves significant system reconfiguration and usually requires a shutdown.
ISL (Inter-Switch Link) refers to the fiber optic cables connecting Fibre Channel switches, not a hot-pluggable device within a storage array itself.
Concept tested: Storage array hot-pluggable components
Source: https://www.dell.com/support/manuals/en-us/unity-all-flash-series/unity_installation_guide/safety-precautions-and-regulatory-information
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