NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA) – BlueXP — Question 32

A customer has a current AFF ASA A700 cluster and they want to expand the cluster by adding a second AFF ASA A700 HA pair.
In this scenario, which step would be required to accomplish this task?

Answer options

• A. Install a BES-53248 cluster switch and convert the AFF ASA A700 from a switchless to switch cluster.
• B. Enable ALUA between the two HA pairs to allow cluster backend traffic.
• C. The customer will need to create a separate cluster for the second AFF ASA A700 pair.
• D. Install a Brocade FC switch and create zoning between the original cluster and the new cluster.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because converting the AFF ASA A700 from a switchless to a switch cluster is essential for integrating the new HA pair into the existing cluster. Option B is incorrect as ALUA is not a required step for adding a new HA pair. Option C is wrong because the customer does not need to create a separate cluster; they are expanding the existing one. Option D is not applicable as zoning is not necessary for this type of expansion.