Dell EMC D-PSC-MN-01 Exam - Topic 3 Question 21 Discussion

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

Question #: 21
Topic #: 3

A platform engineer is tasked with adding F600 nodes to an existing Dell EMC PowerScale cluster. After racking and stacking the F600 nodes, they determine that the cluster contains X210 and H400 nodes.

What should the platform engineer consider?

AH400 nodes cannot co-exist with the F600 nodes in the same cluster

BThe F600 must use InfiniBand for internal network communication

CF600 nodes cannot co-exist with X210 nodes in the same cluster

DThe cluster must be upgraded to Ethernet back-end topology

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Suggested Answer: D

Adding F600 nodes to an existing cluster requires compatibility in back-end networking.

Key Considerations:

Back-End Networking:

F600 Nodes: Use Ethernet for internal communication.

Existing Nodes (X210 and H400): May be using InfiniBand.

Action Required:

Upgrade the cluster's back-end to Ethernet topology to accommodate F600 nodes.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect:

Option A: H400 nodes can coexist with F600 nodes if back-end networking is compatible.

Option B: F600 nodes do not use InfiniBand.

Option C: F600 nodes can coexist with X210 nodes with the appropriate back-end network.

Dell PowerScale Reference:

Dell EMC PowerScale Networking Guide:

Back-End Network Compatibility:

Discusses requirements for mixing node types.

Upgrading Back-End Network:

Provides steps for transitioning from InfiniBand to Ethernet.

Best Practices:

Plan the network upgrade carefully to minimize downtime.

Consult with Dell EMC support for guidance.

by Jesse at Nov 25, 2025, 02:55 PM

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Hoa

15 hours ago

Wait, are you sure about C? I thought X210s were compatible.

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Louis

6 days ago

I totally agree, mixing those nodes is a no-go!

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Marg

11 days ago

Haha, I bet the platform engineer is regretting their life choices right about now. Dealing with all these different node types must be a nightmare!

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Tom

16 days ago

Definitely option D. Upgrading the cluster to Ethernet back-end topology is the way to go. InfiniBand is so last decade!

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Abel

21 days ago

I'm not sure about that. Shouldn't the platform engineer consider the network topology and ensure compatibility between the different node types?

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Curtis

26 days ago

I believe the cluster might need an upgrade for the back-end topology, but I'm not confident if that's a requirement for adding F600 nodes.

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Josefa

1 month ago

I vaguely remember that F600 nodes have some limitations with other node types, but I can't remember if it's X210 or H400 that they can't coexist with.

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Merrilee

1 month ago

I practiced a similar question where we had to consider network communication types. I feel like InfiniBand is important for F600 nodes, but I can't recall the specifics.

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Enola

1 month ago

I think I remember something about node compatibility, but I'm not entirely sure if H400s can work with F600s.

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Craig

2 months ago

Hmm, this is a tricky one. I'm not entirely sure about the compatibility between the different node types. I'll need to review the documentation and potentially consult with a subject matter expert to make sure I select the right answer.

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Polly

2 months ago

I've got a good feeling about this one. Based on my experience with Dell EMC PowerScale, I believe the correct answer is C. The F600 nodes cannot co-exist with the X210 nodes in the same cluster. I'll double-check the details, but I'm confident in this approach.

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Beatriz

2 months ago

Okay, let's think this through step-by-step. The question is asking what the platform engineer should consider when adding F600 nodes to an existing cluster with X210 and H400 nodes. I'll need to analyze each option and see which one best addresses the compatibility concerns.

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Charlena

2 months ago

A) H400 nodes can't co-exist with F600, that's a fact.

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Serita

2 months ago

Option C seems correct, as the question states that the cluster contains X210 and H400 nodes, and the F600 nodes cannot co-exist with the X210 nodes.

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Tequila

3 months ago

B is definitely true, InfiniBand is a must for F600.

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Verdell

3 months ago

Option B is the way to go. InfiniBand is the future, and the F600 nodes will need it for optimal performance. Ethernet is so 2000s.

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Vivan

3 months ago

Hmm, this looks tricky. I think the key is understanding the requirements for mixing different node types in the same cluster. I'll need to carefully read through the options and consider the compatibility implications.

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Laurel

3 months ago

I'm not sure about this one. The question seems to be testing our knowledge of Dell EMC PowerScale cluster compatibility. I'll need to review the specifications for the different node types to determine the correct answer.

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Fausto

2 months ago

I think H400 nodes can't work with F600 nodes.

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