Dell EMC D-PSC-MN-01 Exam - Topic 2 Question 23 Discussion

Actual exam question for Dell EMC's D-PSC-MN-01 exam

Question #: 23
Topic #: 2

[All D-PSC-MN-01 Questions]

What must be replaced at the same time the backup battery is replaced?

AM.2 card and backup battery

BBoth NIC cards

CRiser card

Show Suggested Answer

Suggested Answer: A

When replacing the backup battery in a Dell PowerScale node, it is mandatory to replace the M.2 card at the same time. The M.2 card, which acts as a boot device and stores critical system information, works in conjunction with the backup battery to ensure data integrity.

Role of the Backup Battery:

Data Protection:

Provides power to preserve data in cache during a power loss.

Supports NVRAM Operations:

Ensures that any unwritten data is safely stored until power is restored.

Importance of the M.2 Card:

Boot Device:

Contains the OneFS operating system boot partition.

Data Logging:

Stores logs and system configuration data.

Simultaneous Replacement Requirement:

Interdependent Components:

The backup battery and M.2 card are designed to work together.

Preventive Maintenance:

Replacing both reduces the risk of future failures.

Firmware Compatibility:

Ensures both components are updated and compatible.

Procedure:

Shut Down the Node:

Safely power down the node before replacement.

Replace Both Components:

Remove the old backup battery and M.2 card.

Install the new components.

Reboot and Verify:

Power on the node and confirm normal operation.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect:

B . Both NIC cards:

NICs do not need to be replaced when replacing the backup battery.

C . Riser card:

The riser card is unrelated to the backup battery and does not require replacement in this context.

Dell PowerScale Reference:

Dell EMC PowerScale Field Replacement Unit (FRU) Procedure Guide:

Specifies that the backup battery and M.2 card must be replaced together.

Maintenance Best Practices:

Emphasize the importance of replacing interdependent components.

Hardware Owner's Manual:

Provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the backup battery and M.2 card.

by Merri at Nov 25, 2025, 01:05 PM

Limited Time Offer

25%

Off

Get Premium D-PSC-MN-01 Questions as Interactive Web-Based Practice Test or PDF

Contribute your Thoughts:

Submit Cancel

Iesha

4 months ago

I lean towards A too. They usually recommend replacing them together.

upvoted 0 times

...

Bulah

4 months ago

A seems right. Backup battery and M.2 card are crucial for stability.

upvoted 0 times

...

Angella

4 months ago

I feel like C is a good option. Riser card can affect performance.

upvoted 0 times

...

Claribel

4 months ago

Not sure about A. What about B? Both NIC cards could be an issue.

upvoted 0 times

...

Daniela

5 months ago

Totally agree, M.2 card and battery go hand in hand!

upvoted 0 times

...

Selma

5 months ago

Really? I didn't know you had to replace more than just the battery.

upvoted 0 times

...

Barrett

5 months ago

Nah, it's the riser card for sure.

upvoted 0 times

...

Blondell

6 months ago

I thought it was just the backup battery?

upvoted 0 times

...

Maile

6 months ago

It's definitely the M.2 card that needs replacing.

upvoted 0 times

...

Tamesha

6 months ago

Ah, the joys of IT exams. Replacing batteries and M.2 cards, the true test of a tech wizard.

upvoted 0 times

...

Bulah

6 months ago

Both NIC cards? Nah, that's just too easy. Where's the challenge in that?

upvoted 0 times

...

Brinda

6 months ago

Riser card? Really? I think the IT gods are just messing with us now.

upvoted 0 times

...

Nickie

6 months ago

Option A seems like the obvious choice here. I mean, who doesn't love replacing multiple components at once?

upvoted 0 times

...

Iluminada

7 months ago

The backup battery and M.2 card must be replaced together? That's a new one!

upvoted 0 times

...

Lorean

7 months ago

I feel like the riser card was mentioned in a practice question, but I can't remember if it was related to the backup battery.

upvoted 0 times

...

Lizette

7 months ago

Ugh, I'm so confused by this question. I know the backup battery is important, but I can't remember what other components are tied to it. I'll just have to read the options carefully and try to eliminate the wrong answers.

upvoted 0 times

...

Glory

7 months ago

I've got a good feeling about this. The backup battery is usually related to the CMOS or RTC, so I'm thinking it's probably the M.2 card that needs to be replaced. I'll go with A.

upvoted 0 times

...

Kristofer

7 months ago

I'm not totally sure about this one. The backup battery is important, but I'm not certain what else needs to be replaced at the same time. I'll have to make an educated guess.

upvoted 0 times

...

Roxanne

7 months ago

I agree, A makes sense. They often go together.

upvoted 0 times

...

Gwen

8 months ago

I remember something about NIC cards needing to be replaced too, but I can't recall if it's at the same time as the battery.

upvoted 0 times

...

Tatum

8 months ago

I think it might be the M.2 card, but I'm not entirely sure. We covered something similar in class.

upvoted 0 times

...

Tammi

8 months ago

I thought it was just the backup battery that needed replacing, but now I'm confused about the M.2 card. Did we discuss this in our last review?

upvoted 0 times

...

Jovita

8 months ago

I think it's A. The M.2 card needs to be checked too.

upvoted 0 times

...

Berry

8 months ago

Okay, I've seen this type of question before. I'm pretty sure the backup battery is tied to some other component, but I can't remember which one. I'll have to read the options closely.

upvoted 0 times

...