Describe the EPS Tool. NETWORKING-DESIGN Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–24

1. 21application · medium

   A network designer is using the EPS tool to design a new data center fabric. The designer needs to ensure that the design uses the correct cabling and optics for the selected switches. Which feature of the EPS tool is specifically designed to assist with this task?

   • AThe tool requires the designer to manually enter the part numbers for all cabling and optics.
   • BThe tool automatically selects compatible cabling and optics based on the chosen switch models and ports.
   • CThe tool provides a link to the Dell online store to manually order parts.
   • DThe tool generates a generic list of cabling types without specifying compatibility.
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2. 22expert · hard

   A senior architect is evaluating whether to use the EPS tool for a new project. The project involves designing a highly virtualized environment with a mix of 10GbE and 25GbE connections. The architect is concerned about the accuracy of the BOM and the time it will take to produce a validated design. What is the primary value proposition of the EPS tool in this context?

   • AIt provides a platform for the entire project team to collaborate on the design in real-time.
   • BIt replaces the need for any manual design work, generating a complete design from a simple list of requirements.
   • CIt accelerates the design process and ensures the BOM is accurate by automating component selection and validation.
   • DIt guarantees the lowest possible cost for the network by automatically selecting the cheapest components.
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4. 23foundation · easy

   What is a typical output of the EPS tool after a design is completed?

   • AA list of firmware updates for each device
   • BA network topology diagram in PDF format
   • CA configuration script for all switches
   • DA performance report from a live network
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5. 24foundation · easy

   In the context of Dell networking design, what does EPS stand for?

   • AEnterprise Sizing and Planning
   • BEnhanced Port Sizing
   • CEnterprise Product Selector
   • DEfficient Power System
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