Configure Nodes to Function Within the Cluster by Applying Specific Hardware and Network Settings POWEREDGE-XE-OPERATE Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1application · medium

   An administrator is configuring a Dell PowerEdge XE node for a cluster that requires high-performance computing (HPC). The node has multiple GPUs and high-speed network adapters. The administrator needs to ensure the GPUs are accessible to the cluster applications. What hardware setting should be verified?

   • AEnable the GPUs in the BIOS and ensure they are recognized by the operating system.
   • BConfigure the network adapters to use a lower MTU to reduce latency.
   • CDisable the integrated graphics to free up PCIe lanes for the network adapters.
   • DSet the PCIe slot speed to the lowest setting to ensure stability.
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2. 2application · medium

   A cluster administrator is configuring a Dell PowerEdge XE node. The node has two 10GbE ports that will be used for cluster communication. The administrator wants to ensure that if one port fails, the other port takes over without any manual intervention. What bonding mode should be configured?

   • AActive-backup mode.
   • BBroadcast mode.
   • C802.3ad (LACP) mode.
   • DBalance-rr mode.
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4. 3application · medium

   A cluster administrator is setting up a new Dell PowerEdge XE node. The cluster uses a specific VLAN for cluster communication. The administrator has configured the IP address and subnet mask on the node. What additional network setting is required to ensure the node can communicate with other cluster nodes on the same VLAN?

   • AConfigure the default gateway to route traffic to the cluster VLAN.
   • BSet the VLAN ID on the node's network interface.
   • CAssign a hostname that matches the cluster naming convention.
   • DDisable the firewall on the node to allow all cluster traffic.
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5. 4foundation · easy

   Which node role in a cluster is typically responsible for coordinating cluster resources and maintaining the cluster state, and is often the only node that can own the cluster quorum?

   • AManagement node
   • BStorage node
   • CPrimary node (or active node)
   • DWorker node
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6. 5application · medium

   A company is deploying a Dell PowerEdge XE cluster for a virtualized environment. The nodes will run multiple virtual machines (VMs). The administrator needs to ensure that the CPUs support virtualization and that the setting is enabled. What should be done?

   • ADisable the integrated NICs to free up resources for virtualization.
   • BInstall the hypervisor software before enabling virtualization in the BIOS.
   • CEnable Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) or AMD-V in the BIOS.
   • DSet the CPU power management to maximum performance.
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