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During expansion planning for a 10-node cluster running NetApp ONTAP 9.14.1 software, which uses SAN and NAS, how many additional nodes can be added to this cluster?
Suggested Answer: B
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NetApp ONTAP 9.14.1 supports up to a 16-node cluster for SAN and NAS configurations. Given a current 10-node cluster, you can add up to 6 additional nodes to reach the maximum supported node count. This expansion capability ensures scalability for growing storage needs while maintaining high availability and performance.
For more information, refer to:
NetApp Storage Limits Documentation (NetApp)
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Izetta
10 months ago
I’m pretty sure it’s 8, but I could be wrong.
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Altha
11 months ago
Wait, 4? That seems low for expansion.
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Selma
11 months ago
I thought it was 6, but I guess not.
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Zita
11 months ago
Definitely A, 4 is the max!
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Danilo
11 months ago
You can add up to 4 nodes to a 10-node cluster.
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Lelia
12 months ago
If I recall correctly, the maximum for a 10-node cluster is 8 additional nodes. So, I think the answer is D.
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Sunny
12 months ago
I’m a bit confused about the exact limits for ONTAP clusters. I thought it was 6 nodes max for expansion, but I could be mixing it up with another system.
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Rosalyn
12 months ago
I practiced a similar question, and I think the limit for adding nodes is based on the current configuration. Could it be 4?
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Edward
1 year ago
I think I remember that a NetApp cluster can scale up to 24 nodes, so maybe we can add 14 more? But I'm not sure how many we can add at once.
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Filiberto
1 year ago
Okay, let me think this through. The question says the cluster is currently 10 nodes, and we need to determine how many more can be added. I'll have to consider the ONTAP 9.14.1 cluster limits.
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Marguerita
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not too familiar with the specifics of ONTAP cluster sizing. I'll need to review my notes on that before answering.
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Darnell
1 year ago
This looks like a straightforward question about cluster expansion. I think I can handle this one.
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Arlean
1 year ago
Ah, I remember learning about this in class. I believe the maximum cluster size for ONTAP 9.14.1 is 24 nodes, so the answer should be 14 additional nodes that can be added.
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Pamella
1 year ago
I'm feeling pretty confident about this one. The options seem to cover the main points about SIL testing, so I should be able to identify the relevant aspect.
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Barrett
2 years ago
I remember reading that the maximum number of additional nodes that can be added is 6, so I agree with option B).
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Janella
2 years ago
Wait, is this a question about ONTAP or a new reality TV show called 'Cluster Chaos'? Either way, I'm going with B. 6 additional nodes, no more, no less. *winks*
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Mona
2 years ago
Hmm, this one's tricky. Let me think... Oh, I know! The answer must be C. 2 additional nodes because ONTAP 9.14.1 has a maximum cluster size of 12, right? *scratches head*
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Oliva
2 years ago
Yes, you're correct. Adding 2 additional nodes would bring the total to 12, which is the maximum cluster size for ONTAP 9.14.1.
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Carman
2 years ago
I think you're right, C sounds like the correct answer. The maximum cluster size for ONTAP 9.14.1 is indeed 12 nodes.
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Glory
2 years ago
I'm not sure, but I think it's either B) 6 or D) 8.
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Laquanda
2 years ago
Is this a trick question? I mean, who would add only 2 nodes to a 10-node cluster? That's just asking for trouble. I'm going with D, 8 additional nodes.
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Gerald
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe the correct answer is D) 8.
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Zachary
2 years ago
I'm pretty sure the answer is B. After all, 10 nodes plus 6 additional nodes equals 16, which is the maximum cluster size for ONTAP 9.14.1. Easy peasy!
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Selma
2 years ago
Yes, that's correct. The maximum cluster size for ONTAP 9.14.1 is 16 nodes.
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Lou
2 years ago
I think the answer is B too. Adding 6 nodes would make it 16 in total.
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Pete
2 years ago
I think the answer is B) 6.
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Glenn
2 years ago
I remember reading that the maximum number of additional nodes that can be added is 6, so I agree with option B).
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Justine
2 years ago
I'm not sure, but I think it's either B) 6 or D) 8.
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Jean
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe the correct answer is D) 8.
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Aleshia
2 years ago
I think the answer is B) 6.