Dell EMC Specialist – Implementation Engineer, PowerEdge Server — Question 6

How do Copy mode linked targets and NoCopy mode linked targets behave when a SnapVX unlink operation disassociates the linked target?

Answer options

• A. Once the copy completes, Copy mode linked targets do not contain a full and usable copy of the source devices. Behavior of NoCopy mode linked targets depends on the operating system running on the array. PowerMaxOS 5978 and HYPERMAX OS 5977.810.184 and later allow access to unlinked targets.
• B. Once the copy completes, Copy mode linked targets contain a full and usable copy of the source devices. Behavior of NoCopy mode linked targets depends on the operating system running on the array. PowerMaxOS 5978 and HYPERMAX OS 5977.596.583 and later allow access to unlinked targets.
• C. Once the copy completes, Copy mode linked targets contain a full and usable copy of the source devices. Behavior of NoCopy mode linked targets depends on the operating system running on the array. PowerMaxOS 5978 and HYPERMAX OS 5977.810.184 and later allow access to unlinked targets.
• D. Once the copy completes, Copy mode linked targets will contain a full and usable copy of the source devices. NoCopy mode linked targets will not allow access to unlinked targets.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because it accurately states that Copy mode linked targets do contain a full and usable copy of the source devices, which is confirmed post-copy completion. Additionally, it notes that the behavior of NoCopy mode linked targets varies based on the operating system, specifically acknowledging the versions that allow access to unlinked targets, which is crucial for understanding their functionality.