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A company is setting up FlexCache in CVO to scale-out an on-premises system. What should the administrator do on the on-premises system?
Suggested Answer: B
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When setting up FlexCache in Cloud Volumes ONTAP (CVO) to scale out an on-premises system, the critical first step on the on-premises system is to generate a cluster peering passphrase. This passphrase is used to establish a secure cluster peering relationship between the on-premises ONTAP system and the CVO in the cloud. Here's the process:
Cluster Peering Setup: Cluster peering is essential for FlexCache because it allows the on-premises system to communicate and share data with the CVO instance. The cluster peering passphrase is used to authenticate the peering session, ensuring security.
Generate the Passphrase: In the ONTAP system manager on the on-premises cluster, navigate to the cluster peering settings and generate or configure the passphrase that will be used for peering with the CVO.
Establish Peering: Once the passphrase is set, use it to create the cluster peer relationship from the on-premises ONTAP to the CVO, following the guided steps in ONTAP System Manager or using CLI commands.
For detailed instructions on setting up cluster peering for FlexCache, refer to the NetApp documentation on FlexCache and cluster peering: NetApp FlexCache Documentation.
41 comments · newest first
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Carmela
10 months ago
Not sure about the passphrase part, seems unnecessary.
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Lindsay
11 months ago
Totally agree with the cache volume step!
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Irma
11 months ago
Wait, do you really need a FlexCache license for this?
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Margart
11 months ago
I think configuring NFS export policies is also important!
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Isaiah
11 months ago
You definitely need to create a new volume as a cache.
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Dulce
12 months ago
I thought applying a FlexCache license was necessary, but I can't remember if that comes before or after setting up the cache volume.
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Kris
12 months ago
Generating a cluster peering passphrase seems important, but I feel like it might be more related to the overall setup rather than just the on-premises system.
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Jesus
12 months ago
I remember something about configuring NFS export policies from a practice question, but I can't recall if that's specifically for FlexCache.
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Lashunda
1 year ago
I think creating a new volume as a cache might be the right step, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the first thing to do.
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Shawna
1 year ago
Okay, let's see here. Based on the options provided, it looks like the admin needs to either create a new volume as a cache, generate a cluster peering passphrase, configure NFS export policies, or apply a FlexCache license. I'm leaning towards C or D, but I'll have to double-check my notes to be sure.
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Leonor
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know FlexCache is used for scaling out storage, but I'm not totally clear on the specific steps the administrator needs to take on the on-premises system. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Ling
1 year ago
This seems like a pretty straightforward question about setting up FlexCache on an on-premises system. I think I've got a good handle on the key steps involved.
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Anisha
1 year ago
This is a good one. I remember learning about FlexCache in class, so I think I've got a solid understanding of the basics. The key is figuring out which of these steps is specifically required on the on-premises system. I'll make sure to read the question carefully and eliminate the options that don't seem quite right.
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Rickie
1 year ago
Okay, I'm pretty sure the Preliminary Phase is focused on establishing the architecture governance process and defining the conformance requirements. I'll go with B and C.
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Crissy
1 year ago
Hmm, this looks like a tricky one. I'll need to carefully read through each option and think about which ones are true statements about scheduled backups.
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Judy
2 years ago
I think creating a new volume as a cache could also be a valid option for the administrator to consider.
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Tarra
2 years ago
I believe applying a FlexCache license is also important to scale-out the on-premises system.
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Kristeen
2 years ago
I agree with Samira. Configuring NFS export policies is essential for setting up FlexCache in CVO.
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Samira
2 years ago
I think the administrator should configure NFS export policies on the on-premises system.
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Hoa
2 years ago
Applying a FlexCache license is crucial to ensure the scalability of the on-premises system with FlexCache in CVO.
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Carin
2 years ago
Wait, there's a FlexCache feature? Sounds like something you'd get from a chiropractor. I'll just stick to my trusty 'Flex Seal' for all my caching needs.
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Dolores
2 years ago
Applying a FlexCache license is also necessary for setting up FlexCache.
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Hannah
2 years ago
You need to configure NFS export policies on the on-premises system.
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Alpha
2 years ago
FlexCache is a feature in CVO to scale-out systems.
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Carin
2 years ago
I believe configuring NFS export policies is also important for setting up FlexCache in CVO.
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Marjory
2 years ago
A? Really? Creating a new volume as a cache? That's just silly. This isn't a middle-school science project, people!
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Francesco
2 years ago
C seems like the obvious choice here. Configuring the NFS export policies is necessary for the on-premises system to communicate with the FlexCache.
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Nickolas
2 years ago
D) Apply a FlexCache license
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Leigha
2 years ago
That makes sense, the NFS export policies need to be set up for communication.
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Lavelle
2 years ago
C) Configure NFS export policies
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Deeanna
2 years ago
I agree with Dalene, creating a new volume as a cache would be the right step to set up FlexCache in CVO.
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Wava
2 years ago
D definitely sounds like the right choice. You need to apply the FlexCache license before you can start using the feature.
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Tu
2 years ago
Once the license is applied, we can then configure NFS export policies to complete the setup.
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Josue
2 years ago
Yes, applying the FlexCache license is crucial for setting up FlexCache in CVO.
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Jamie
2 years ago
D definitely sounds like the right choice. You need to apply the FlexCache license before you can start using the feature.
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Linsey
2 years ago
I'm pretty sure the answer is B. Generating the cluster peering passphrase is crucial for setting up the FlexCache connection.
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Dominque
2 years ago
Yes, that's another important step to ensure everything works smoothly.
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Bernardo
2 years ago
Should we also configure NFS export policies on the on-premises system?
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Shalon
2 years ago
Yes, that's correct. It's a crucial step in setting up FlexCache.
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Cheryl
2 years ago
I think the answer is B. Generating the cluster peering passphrase is important.
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Dalene
2 years ago
I think we should create a new volume as a cache on the on-premises system.