DELL EMC D-PSC-MN-01 Dell PowerScale Maintenance Online Training

DELL EMC D-PSC-MN-01 Online Training

The questions for D-PSC-MN-01 were last updated at Mar 06,2025.

Exam Code: D-PSC-MN-01
Exam Name: Dell PowerScale Maintenance
Certification Provider: DELL EMC
Latest update: Mar 06,2025

Question #21

What is done with the components when a Gen6 single node is replaced?

A . Transferred to the new node
B . Returned to Dell
C . Sent to WWFA

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Question #22

What does a terracotta colored handle indicate on Dell PowerScale Gen6 hardware?

A . The FRU must be replaced.
B . The node can remain online when replacing a hardware component.
C . The node must be shut down for maintenance procedures.
D . The component must not be removed while hardware is online.

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Question #23

What is the rack size of an F600 node?

A . 3U
B . 2U
C . 1U
D . 4U

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Question #24

What type of NIC can be used for the external network on a Dell PowerScale F600 node?

A . 1/10 GbE
B . 10/100 GbE
C . 10/25 GbE
D . 25/40 GbE

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Question #25

Which resource should be consulted before performing any Dell PowerScale platform maintenance activities?

A . Dell SolVe Online
B . Dell Technical Support
C . Dell iDRAC Service Module
D . OneFS logs and error messages

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Question #26

Which two backend switches support 100 GbE?

A . DCS-7308
B . S5232-ON
C . 29264-ON
D . D4040

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Question #27

What must be replaced at the same time the backup battery is replaced?

A . M.2 card and backup battery
B . Both NIC cards
C . Riser card

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Question #28

An engineer replaced a failed node in a PowerScale H500 due to hardware issues. They must verity that the replacement node is functioning correctly.

What is a crucial step when replacing the failed node in the cluster?

A . Run a diagnostic test on the replacement node.
B . Confirm that the replacement node inherits the old serial number from the cluster.
C . Verify the size of the storage capacity of the replacement node.
D . Power on the replacement node and ensure it connects to the network without any problems.

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Correct Answer: A
A

Explanation:

After replacing a failed node in a PowerScale H500 cluster, it is crucial to run a diagnostic test on the replacement node to ensure it is functioning correctly and can integrate seamlessly into the cluster.

Importance of Diagnostics:

Verify Hardware Functionality:

Ensures all components of the replacement node are working properly.

Identify Potential Issues:

Detects any hardware faults or configuration problems before the node joins the cluster.

Diagnostic Procedures:

Boot Diagnostics:

During startup, the node performs POST (Power-On Self-Test).

OneFS Healthcheck:

Use the isi diagnostics commands to run health checks on the node.

Cluster Integration Tests:

Verify network connectivity, storage availability, and cluster communication.

Steps to Run Diagnostics:

Physical Inspection:

Ensure all cables and components are properly connected.

Power On the Node:

Observe for any error lights or beep codes.

Execute Diagnostic Commands:

Run isi_hw_status to check hardware status.

Use isi_diag tools for comprehensive testing.

Review Logs:

Check system logs for any error messages.

Why Other Options Are Less Crucial:

B. Confirm that the replacement node inherits the old serial number from the cluster:

Serial numbers are hardware-specific and cannot be inherited.

Nodes have unique serial numbers; cluster identity is managed logically.

C. Verify the size of the storage capacity of the replacement node:

While important, it’s generally assumed that the replacement node matches the failed node’s specifications.

Not as crucial as ensuring the node functions correctly.

D. Power on the replacement node and ensure it connects to the network without any problems:

Necessary, but this is part of the diagnostic process.

Running diagnostics encompasses powering on and verifying network connectivity.

Dell PowerScale

Reference: Dell EMC PowerScale OneFS Administration Guide:

Provides information on monitoring and diagnostics commands.

Node Replacement Procedures in SolVe Online:

Outline the steps for replacing nodes and the importance of running diagnostics.

Best Practices for Cluster Maintenance:

Emphasize verifying node health before adding it to the cluster.

Question #29

What status is an engineer trying to test if they run the isi_hwmon -s command?