IBM Cloud Pak for Data v3.0 Solution Architect — Question 9

A customer runs POWER7+ processor-based servers managed by 7042-CR4 HMCs with V7R7.9.0 firmware.
The customer will purchase a Power System E980 and wants to manage all servers from the same HMCs.
How can this be accomplished, if necessary?

Answer options

• A. Upgrade the code on the 7042-CR4 HMCs V9R9.1.0.
• B. Purchase two 7063-CR1 HMCs.
• C. The current HMCs already satisfy the customer requirements.
• D. MES the existing 7042-CR4 HMCs to 7042-CR9 HMCs.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as upgrading the firmware on the 7042-CR4 HMCs to V9R9.1.0 will enable compatibility with the new Power System E980. Options B and D involve purchasing or modifying hardware, which is unnecessary if the existing HMCs can be upgraded. Option C is incorrect because the current firmware version does not support management of the new E980.