FlashArray-Implementation-Specialist Exam Dumps - Pure Storage FAIS Questions and Answers

iSCSI cards can be reused when upgrading from XR2 to XR3 controllers, supporting hardware continuity within this upgrade path.

To expand capacity from 5/5 to 11/11 packs, a swing shelf with temporary loan capacity is needed to safely evacuate data during the upgrade without risking data availability.

The pureboot list command shows the versions of Purity installed and indicates which version will be loaded on the next system boot.

Port 443 (HTTPS) must be open on all management ports to enable secure outbound connections for Phonehome and Remote Assist functionality.

On an XR2/3 array, a 4-port Fibre Channel card installed in slot 1 is assigned interface names FC4 through FC7, continuing the numbering sequence from other installed FC ports.

FlashArray//XL models are designed with 9 PCIe slots per controller, providing ample connectivity options for various components. Slot 5 is specifically reserved for non-disruptive upgrade (NDU) procedures, ensuring that controller upgrades can be performed without impacting system availability. This slot allocation is part of the system's design to facilitate seamless upgrades and maintain operational continuity.

For ActiveCluster with Ethernet replication, a total of 8 IP addresses are typically required; if 3 are already provided, 5 additional IPs are needed to complete the configuration.

The FlashArray//XL supports up to four DirectFlash Shelves (DFS), each providing up to 1.9PB of effective capacity, enabling a total effective capacity of up to 7.6PB when fully expanded.

Ensuring Remote Assist is enabled allows Support to perform remote health checks, and updating the case keeps all parties informed for follow-up.

Adding a DirectFlash Shelf with sufficient temporary extra capacity (63TB) allows data to be evacuated from the smaller 22TB packs during the swap, enabling consolidation withoutreducing array usage beforehand.