Discuss Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) Replacement and Related Procedures POWERMAX-MAINTENANCE Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11foundation · easy

   What is the first step in the procedure to replace a failed disk drive FRU in a PowerMax system?

   • AIdentify the failed drive using the system's management interface
   • BInsert the new drive into the slot
   • CRemove the failed drive from its slot
   • DRebuild the RAID group
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2. 12application · medium

   A technician is replacing a failed power supply in a PowerMax 2000. The replacement unit is on hand and the technician has confirmed the part number. What is the NEXT step in the replacement procedure?

   • AVerify that the new power supply is in standby mode and the slot is ready for insertion.
   • BPower down the entire array to avoid any electrical risk.
   • CRemove the failed power supply by pulling it straight out of the chassis.
   • DRun a diagnostic test on the failed power supply to confirm it is truly failed.
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4. 13application · medium

   A technician is replacing a failed disk drive in a PowerMax array. The drive is part of a RAID group. Which step is CRITICAL before removing the failed drive?

   • ARemove the drive from its slot and immediately insert the replacement.
   • BRun a full backup of the RAID group before removing the drive.
   • CPower down the array to avoid data corruption.
   • DEnsure that the RAID group is in a degraded but operational state and that the replacement drive is available.
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5. 14application · medium

   A storage administrator is troubleshooting a PowerMax array and suspects a failed component. The administrator wants to identify whether the component is a FRU before initiating a replacement. Which resource should the administrator consult?

   • AThe PowerMax Quick Start Guide.
   • BThe array's event log.
   • CThe PowerMax Service Information Guide or the FRU list in the service documentation.
   • DThe Unisphere online help system.
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6. 15expert · hard

   A technician is replacing a failed director in a PowerMax array. The director hosts multiple front-end ports that are connected to a SAN switch. The technician has the replacement director and has confirmed the part number. What is the MOST important consideration before removing the failed director?

   • ARun a full backup of the array's configuration before removal.
   • BDisconnect all cables from the failed director before removal.
   • CEnsure that the array's other directors can handle the I/O load during the replacement.
   • DPower down the array to avoid any electrical risk.
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