EMC D-PDD-DY-23 Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

EMC D-PDD-DY-23 Online Questions & Answers

• Question 1:

  DRAG DROP

  What is the correct sequence to perform Cloud Tier migration?

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  Explanation

  The correct sequence to perform Cloud Tier migration is as follows:

  Copy the active tier data from the existing system to the new system.

  Disconnect the cloud storage from the existing system.

  Connect the cloud storage to the new system.

  Copy the cloud tier metadata from the existing system to the new system.

  Commit the migration operation.

  Copy Active Tier Data: Start by transferring active tier data from the current system to the new PowerProtect DD system. This step ensures that primary data is accessible on the new appliance.

  Disconnect Cloud Storage: Once the active tier data is copied, disconnect the cloud storage from the original system to prepare it for reconnection.

  Connect Cloud Storage to New System: Attach the cloud storage to the new system. This step transitions cloud storage access from the old to the new appliance, preparing it for continued operations.

  Copy Cloud Tier Metadata: Metadata associated with the cloud tier is copied to the new system, ensuring continuity of data access and management in the cloud tier.

  Commit Migration Operation: Finally, complete the migration process by committing the changes, solidifying the new system as the primary appliance for both active and cloud tier operations.

  This ordered approach ensures a structured and reliable migration process, maintaining data integrity and continuity across PowerProtect DD systems.

• Question 2:

  DRAG DROP

  Which is the correct implementation order for a VTL environment?

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  Explanation

  The correct order for implementing a Virtual Tape Library (VTL) environment on a PowerProtect DD appliance is as follows:

  Add an HBA card in the PowerProtect DD appliance.

  License and enable the VTL service on the PowerProtect DD appliance.

  Create a VTL with its components and virtual tapes on the PowerProtect DD appliance.

  Create the configuration for the tape library, slots, and tapes.

  Configure Fibre Channel zoning for use with the PowerProtect DD appliance.

  Discover the VTL on the PowerProtect DD appliance.

  Add an HBA Card: The Host Bus Adapter (HBA) card is required to connect the PowerProtect DD appliance to the Fibre Channel network, which is essential for the VTL configuration.

  License and Enable VTL Service: The VTL functionality needs to be licensed and enabled on the PowerProtect DD appliance to allow the configuration of virtual tape drives and libraries.

  Create the VTL: This involves setting up the virtual tape library components and creating virtual tapes on the appliance, establishing a simulated tape environment.

  Configure Tape Library Settings: Set up the logical structure of the tape library, including the number of slots, tape drives, and tapes, as this information is critical for the backup application.

  Configure Fibre Channel Zoning: Proper zoning must be configured in the Fibre Channel environment to ensure the backup servers can access the virtual tape drives and libraries on the PowerProtect DD appliance.

  Discover the VTL: After setting up the environment, discover the VTL on the PowerProtect DD appliance to make it available for backup operations.

  This ordered process ensures a structured and functional VTL setup within the PowerProtect DD environment, enabling optimized data protection workflows.

• Question 3:

  DRAG DROP

  What is the correct sequence of operations used by the PowerProtect DD DIA in the end- to-end verification process?

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  Explanation

  1.Writes request from the backup software

  First, the backup software sends a write request to the DD system.

  2.Analyzes data for redundancy and stores new data segments Next, DDOS analyzes the incoming data for redundancy and stores only the unique data segments to optimize storage.

  3.Stores the fingerprints

  After deduplication, the system stores the unique fingerprints of the data.

  4.Verifies that the checksum that is read back matches the checksum that is written to the disk

  This step involves verifying the data integrity by matching the written checksum with the read checksum.

  5.Verifies that DDOS can read data from the disk

  Finally, the system verifies that the data can be read back correctly from the disk, ensuring the write was successful.

• Question 4:

  DRAG DROP

  What is the correct order of operations for the Data Invulnerability Architecture (DIA) elements?

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  Explanation

  The correct order of operations for the Data Invulnerability Architecture (DIA) elements is as follows: Fault Avoidance and Containment Continuous Fault Detection and Self-Healing Inline Data Verification Recovery/Access and Verification The Data Invulnerability Architecture (DIA) in Dell PowerProtect DD systems is designed to ensure data integrity and resiliency throughout the data storage process. Here’s how each element plays a role in this ordered sequence: Fault Avoidance and Containment: This is the first layer of protection. DIA focuses on preventing faults before they occur and containing any potential issues, ensuring that faults do not propagate within the system. This stage is critical as it forms the foundational protection layer. Continuous Fault Detection and Self-Healing: After implementing containment, the system continuously monitors for faults. It actively identifies and mitigates issues through self-healing mechanisms, addressing any detected errors autonomously to maintain data integrity. Inline Data Verification: As data is written to storage, the inline data verification checks data integrity on the fly. This step ensures that any corruption or errors in data are detected immediately, enabling early intervention before data is permanently stored. Recovery/Access and Verification: The final step ensures that, during data recovery, the integrity of the data is verified before it is accessed or restored. This stage completes the DIA cycle by confirming that data retrieved from storage is accurate and intact. This ordered approach in DIA is designed to provide robust protection against data loss or corruption, making Dell PowerProtect DD appliances highly reliable for data protection needs.

• Question 5:

  SIMULATION

  A system administrator is asked to configure a DD Boost storage unit for Veritas NetBackup.

  Use the simulator to create netbackup_su and give access to netbackup_user.

  When you have finished, continue to the next question.

  

  

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  explanation:

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  To create a DD Boost storage unit for Veritas NetBackup and give access to a user, follow these steps:

  Enable DD Boost (if not already enabled):

  Create a New DD Boost User:

  Create a Storage Unit:

  Save and Confirm Settings:

  After completing these steps, you should have a storage unit named netbackup_su accessible by netbackup_user, configured specifically for use with Veritas NetBackup on your PowerProtect DD system. Let me know if further clarification is needed!

• Question 6:

  SIMULATION

  A backup administrator finished installing a PowerProtect DD3300. After the installation, they notice disk 1.5 is offline after running the disk fail command in the DDOS CLI.

  Using the simulator, flash an LED on the hard drive with the issue and return it to operation.

  When you have finished, continue to the next question.

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  explanation:

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  To flash an LED on a hard drive and bring a disk back online using the DD System Manager or DDOS CLI, follow these general steps:

  Step 1: Identify the Disk

  In DD System Manager:

  In DDOS CLI (if using CLI):

  Step 2: Flash the LED on the Disk

  In DD System Manager:

  In DDOS CLI:

  Step 3: Bring the Disk Back Online

  In DD System Manager:

  In DDOS CLI:

  Step 4: Verify the Disk Status

  Confirm in DD System Manager or by using the disk show state command in CLI that Disk 1.5 is now online and functioning.

  After completing these steps, the LED should flash to help locate the disk physically, and then Disk 1.5 will be returned to an operational state. Let me know if you need further guidance!

  

• Question 7:

  SIMULATION

  An administrator needs to create a new non-admin user and a storage unit for their Oracle 'abc123' department.

  Use the simulator to:

  Create a new user: 'DDBoostOracle' with password: Password123, management role: none, with Password Aging Policy: Minimum Days: 0, Maximum Days: 180, Warn Days: 15 days

  Assign the user to the ddboost users.

  Create a new storage unit called: SU_Oracle and assign new user to the storage unit.

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  explanation:

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  To create a new non-admin user and a storage unit for an Oracle department on PowerProtect DD, follow these steps:

  Step 1: Create the User "DDBoostOracle"

  Navigate to the User Management Section:

  Create New User:

  Set Password Aging Policy:

  Assign the User to DD Boost Users Group:

  Save User Configuration:

  Step 2: Create the Storage Unit "SU_Oracle"

  Navigate to DD Boost Protocol:

  Create a New Storage Unit:

  Assign the User to the Storage Unit:

  Save Storage Unit Configuration:

  This completes the setup for a non-admin user with the specified password aging policy and a dedicated storage unit for the Oracle department. Let me know if additional steps are needed!

• Question 8:

  SIMULATION

  Task

  Use the simulator to configure DD Boost by enabling it and creating a new user (ddboost) with the recommended permission. Use Password123 as the password. A storage unit name SU1 must be created and accessible by the user.

  When you have finished, continue to the next question.

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  explanation:

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  To configure DD Boost, enable it, create a new user, and set up a storage unit in the DD System Manager, follow these steps:

  Enable DD Boost:

  Create a New User:

  Create a Storage Unit:

  Save and Confirm:

  This completes the setup for DD Boost with a new user and storage unit on PowerProtect DD. Let me know if you need more assistance with any of these steps.

  

  

• Question 9:

  SIMULATION

  Use the simulator to configure a new MTree with a path of /data/col1/oracle. The

  MTree size must not be allowed to exceed 200 TiB.

  When you have finished, continue to the next question.

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  explanation:

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  To configure a new MTree with a specified path and size limit in PowerProtect DD, follow these steps:

  Step 1: Access the MTree Management Section

  In the DD System Manager interface, locate Data Management in the sidebar. Select MTree from the dropdown menu to manage MTrees.

  Step 2: Create a New MTree

  Click on Create MTree or Add MTree (the exact button label may vary).

  Set the Path for the MTree as /data/col1/oracle.

  Step 3: Set the MTree Size Limit

  In the MTree creation dialog, look for an option to set a Quota or Size Limit for the MTree.

  Set the Size Limit to 200 TiB to ensure the MTree does not exceed this capacity.

  Step 4: Save the Configuration

  Confirm and save your settings to create the MTree with the specified path and size restriction.

  After these steps, you should have a new MTree at /data/col1/oracle with a maximum allowed size of 200 TiB. Let me know if further assistance is required!

  

• Question 10:

  A backup administrator is using a dynamic interface group for client backups. The backups continue to fail.

  Why are the backups failing?

  Note: It is necessary to close (x) the simulator window before you can select a response to this question.

  A. Interface is not configured
  B. No cable link status
  C. DDBoost Status is disabled
  D. Interface is disabled
  C. DDBoost Status is disabled

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  explanation:

  Explanation

  If backups are failing when using a dynamic interface group, one of the likely causes is that DD Boost is disabled. Since DD Boost is essential for optimized data transfer during backups, its disabled status would lead to backup failures even if

  other configurations appear correct.

  If you need to verify this in the simulator:

  Go to the Protocols section.

  Check the status of DD Boost.

  Ensure that DD Boost is enabled to allow backups to proceed successfully.