EMC Specialist - Platform Engineer, PowerStore - DES-1241 Exam Questions [2026]

QUESTION NO: 1
What describes the SAS cabling when adding an expansion enclosure to a Dell EMC PowerStore, for each node and expansion enclosure side?

A. SAS cabling goes from existing A ports to new B ports. At the last enclosure, SAS cabling returns from the A ports to the alternate node's B ports B. SAS cabling goes from existing B ports to new A ports. At the last enclosure, SAS cabling returns from the B ports to the alternate node's A ports C. SAS cabling goes from existing B ports to new A ports. At the last enclosure, SAS cabling returns from the B ports to the originating node's A ports D. SAS cabling goes from existing A ports to new B ports. At the last enclosure, SAS cabling returns from the A ports to the originating node's B ports

Correct Answer: A

QUESTION NO: 2
What is a step in configuring the ToR data switches for a Dell EMC PowerStore X?

A. Create VLANs for NAS servers B. Configure LACP uplink to management switch C. Create node A port-channel D. Configure a port for the discovery laptop

Correct Answer: D

QUESTION NO: 3
A Storage Administrator encounters a Snapshot issue on a Dell EMC PowerStore X system.
The administrator engages support and they determine the Snapshot issue is a known code bug within the OS version of PowerStore code. How can support address the problem in a timely manner?

A. Upgrade the Snapshot portion of code within the OS B. Upgrade the PowerStore with a hotfix that corrects the code bug C. Disable the Snapshots feature to avoid encountering the code bug D. Wait for a new full OS release that corrects the code bug

Correct Answer: B

QUESTION NO: 4
What describes Dell EMC PowerStore X front-end cabling?

A. Storage and management use the same LACP bonded cable connection B. Management and discovery use the same cables and connections as storage C. Uses VLTi data switch interconnectivity to support vMotion networks D. Uses internal VMware virtual switching and does not require a management network

Correct Answer: B

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QUESTION NO: 5
What is the reason for the best practice of leaving 2 Us of space at the bottom of the rack when racking Dell EMC PowerStore systems?

A. Provide better rack stability B. Leave clearance for wheel roll C. Provide cooling air intake D. Leave room for serviceability

Correct Answer: D

QUESTION NO: 6
Which component is only replaceable by qualified personnel?

A. Battery backup unit B. Memory module C. 4-Port mezzanine card D. Embedded I/O module

Correct Answer: B

QUESTION NO: 7
What is the alert severity if the license expiration date is within a week?

A. Information B. Minor C. Warning D. Major

Correct Answer: B

QUESTION NO: 8
Which component is hot-swappable?

A. Fan B. BBU C. SFP D. Expansion IO module

Correct Answer: C

QUESTION NO: 9
Refer to the exhibit.

What is the result of the network configuration show for a Dell EMC PowerStore T node A management port?

A. VLAN 1 and VLAN 1501 pass tagged traffic B. VLAN 1 passes untagged traffic, VLAN 1501 passes tagged traffic C. VLAN 1 and VLAN 1501 pass untagged traffic D. VLAN 1 passes tagged traffic, VLAN 1501 passes untagged traffic

Correct Answer: B

QUESTION NO: 10
Refer to the exhibit.

What is indicated when the circled LED on the base enclosure is illuminated amber?

A. Cluster discovery state B. Base enclosure fault C. Base enclosure power-on D. Cluster service mode

Correct Answer: B

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