Dell PowerStore Maintenance Achievement Questions and Answers
Question 17
What is a step in configuring the ToR data switches for a Dell EMC PowerStore T?
Options:
A.
Configure a port for the discovery laptop
B.
Create VLAN for vMotion networks
C.
Configure ports for management on native VLAN
D.
Create VLANs for NAS server networks
Answer:
A
Explanation:
Configuring the Top of Rack (ToR) data switches for a Dell EMC PowerStore T involves several steps to ensure proper network setup and connectivity. One of the essential steps is to configure a port for the discovery laptop. This step is necessary for the initial discovery and configuration of the PowerStore appliances.
The process typically includes:
Identifying an unused port on the ToR switch that will be dedicated to the discovery laptop.
Configuring the identified port with the appropriate VLAN settings that match the network design of the PowerStore environment.
Ensuring that the port has the correct speed and duplex settings to communicate effectively with the discovery laptop.
Connecting the discovery laptop to the configured port to begin the discovery process of the PowerStore appliances.
This step is crucial as the discovery laptop is used to run the PowerStore Discovery Utility, which helps in identifying PowerStore appliances on the network and assists with the initial configuration1.For detailed instructions on configuring ToR switches and other networkingcomponents for PowerStore T, refer to the Dell PowerStore Networking Guide for PowerStore T Models2.
Question 18
What is the result of setting a VLAN ID of 0 on a network when running ICW for Dell EMC PowerStore?
Options:
A.
Default route is set
B.
Network will pass tagged traffic
C.
Network will pass untagged traffic
D.
Static route is set
Answer:
C
Explanation:
Setting a VLAN ID of 0 on a network when running the Initial Configuration Wizard (ICW) for Dell EMC PowerStore indicates that the network will pass untagged traffic.In the context of VLANs, an ID of 0 is typically reserved to identify priority frames and is often used to indicate that a frame is not associated with a specific VLAN; hence, it is untagged1.
In practice, this means that when VLAN ID 0 is set during the ICW, the PowerStore system will treat the traffic as belonging to the native VLAN, which carries untagged traffic. This is important for network configurations where certain ports are expected to handle traffic that is not tagged for any specific VLAN.
For more detailed information on VLAN configurations and the implications of setting different VLAN IDs during the ICW, administrators should refer to the official Dell PowerStore Network Administration documentation. This documentation provides guidelines on network settings, including VLAN configurations, to ensure proper communication and operation within the storage network infrastructure.
