Practice on 2026 LATEST FAAA_005 Exam Updated 60 Questions [Q31-Q47]

NEW QUESTION 31
A System Administrator has a FlashArray//X70R3. They need to add a backup element as part of their data protection strategy.
They have the following requirements:
* The solution should be offsite
* Cost needs to be kept as low as possible
* The backup needs to be stored in a different location from their current FlashArray
* Restore times are not a concern
Which solution should the SE recommend to the System Administrator?

ActiveCluster to a FlashArray//C60

ActiveDR to a FlashArray//C60

CloudSnap to a public cloud provider

NEW QUESTION 32
Which FlashArray feature best protects local snapshots from ransomware attacks?

CloudSnap

SafeMode

ActiveCluster

NEW QUESTION 33
A cost-conscious customer at a small regional hospital is running a PACS image archive on an NL-disk array.
The customer has the following requirements:
* More than 1 PB of storage
* Latency is not a concern
* Customer user shares must be on the same array
Which solution will meet the customer’s needs?

FlashArray//X

FlashArray//XL

FlashArray//C

NEW QUESTION 34
A customer that produces video media content needs to replace their multi-rack HDD-based storage array used for video archive.
Which Pure Storage solution will meet the customer’s needs in the most cost-effective way?

FlashArray//X

FlashArray//XL

FlashArray//C

NEW QUESTION 35
A customer is in the very early stages of designing a storage solution at a greenfield site.
They wish to use NVMe-TCP connectivity and require approximately:
* 100 Gbps of consistent raw network throughput between the FlashArray and the dedicated SAN switches.
* The dedicated SAN switches support up to 25 Gbps connectivity.
What is the minimum number of Ethernet ports in total they should connect from the FlashArray to the SAN switches while still ensuring resiliency?

8

2

4

16

NEW QUESTION 36
A customer has a requirement for 450 TB of block storage to support their tier2 environment where latency is not a concern. The workload is expected to achieve a 4-to-l data reduction.
Which array and capacity configuration is the minimum required to meet their needs?

FlashArray//C40R3 247 TB

FlashArray//C60R3 878 TB

FlashArray//X70R3 228 TB

FlashArray//C60R3 366 TB

NEW QUESTION 37
A controller receives a write request.
If it generates a hash that is already recorded in the hash table, what happens next?

The next incoming block is then hashed to see if it can be deduplicated.

Deep level compression is then applied to the newly hashed block.

The new block is compared to the existing block to confirm they are duplicates.

Purity//FA will expand the block to see if it can deduplicate a larger dataset.

NEW QUESTION 38
A customer is looking for a new storage system with the following requirements:
* 20 TB of file shares
* Support 800 TB of Wols
* Low cost per GB
* CloudSnap utilization in the future
Which Pure Storage platform should be recommended?

FlashArray//X

FlashArray//C

Cloud Block Store

FlashBlade//S

The customer is looking for a storage system that supports 20 TB of file shares, 800 TB of workloads, has a low cost per GB, and can utilize CloudSnap in the future. The best recommendation is FlashArray//C.
Why This Matters:
FlashArray//C:
FlashArray//C is designed for capacity-optimized workloads, making it ideal for use cases requiring large amounts of storage at a lower cost per GB compared to higher-performance arrays like FlashArray//X.
It supports QLC flash technology, which provides high density and cost efficiency for less performance-intensive workloads.
CloudSnap is fully supported on FlashArray//C, enabling snapshots to be offloaded to public cloud storage for disaster recovery or archival purposes.
Why Not the Other Options?
A). FlashArray//X:
FlashArray//X is optimized for high-performance workloads, such as databases and mission-critical applications. While it supports CloudSnap, it is more expensive and not the most cost-effective solution for large-scale capacity needs.
C). Cloud Block Store:
Cloud Block Store is a cloud-native block storage solution that runs in public clouds (e.g., AWS, Azure). It does not meet the requirement for on-premises storage with file shares and CloudSnap utilization.
D). FlashBlade//S:
FlashBlade//S is designed for file and object storage but is typically used for high-performance, unstructured data workloads. It is more expensive than FlashArray//C and not necessary for this use case.
Key Points:
FlashArray//C: Provides high-density storage at a low cost per GB, ideal for large-scale workloads.
CloudSnap Support: Enables offloading snapshots to the cloud for disaster recovery or archival purposes.
Cost Efficiency: Balances performance and cost, making it suitable for file shares and large datasets.
Reference: Pure Storage FlashArray//C Documentation: “Use Cases for FlashArray//C” Pure Storage Whitepaper: “Optimizing Storage Costs with FlashArray//C” Pure Storage Knowledge Base: “Choosing the Right FlashArray Model for Your Workload”

NEW QUESTION 39
Which two public cloud storage services are supported as offload targets for Purity CloudSnap? (Choose two.)

Amazon AWS S3

IBM Object Storage

Amazon AWS EBS

Azure Blob Storage

NEW QUESTION 40
Refer to the exhibit.

The customer wants to add an additional 10 TB of test/dev workload to this array.
What should the SE recommend?

Upgrade the controller to an //X90R3 to handle the additional workload.

Add more DirectFlash NVMe modules to the expansion shelf to handle the additional capacity.

Upgrade the 22 TB DirectFlash NVMe modules to a higher capacity to handle the additional workload.

The workload can be added, but the admin should continue monitoring performance and capacity.

SE should recommend adding the 10 TB test/dev workload to the array while advising the admin to monitor performance and capacity. This recommendation assumes that the array has sufficient resources (e.g., available capacity, performance headroom) to handle the additional workload without requiring immediate upgrades or changes.
Why This Matters:
Current Array Capacity and Performance:
Pure Storage FlashArray is designed to efficiently handle workloads with advanced data reduction techniques (deduplication, compression, etc.) and high-performance NVMe storage.
If the array has sufficient unused capacity and performance headroom, adding a 10 TB test/dev workload is feasible without requiring hardware upgrades.
Monitoring:
After adding the workload, it is critical to monitor both performance metrics (e.g., latency, IOPS, throughput) and capacity utilization to ensure the array continues to meet SLAs and does not exceed its limits.
Why Not the Other Options?
A). Upgrade the controller to an //X90R3 to handle the additional workload:
Upgrading the controller is unnecessary unless the current controller is nearing its performance limits. Test/dev workloads are typically less demanding than production workloads, so this step would likely be premature.
B). Add more DirectFlash NVMe modules to the expansion shelf to handle the additional capacity:
Adding more NVMe modules is only necessary if the array is running out of physical capacity. If the array already has sufficient capacity, this step is not required.
C). Upgrade the 22 TB DirectFlash NVMe modules to a higher capacity to handle the additional workload:
Upgrading the NVMe modules to higher-capacity ones is a significant investment and is only justified if the array is consistently running out of capacity. For a 10 TB workload, this step is likely excessive.
Key Points:
Feasibility of Adding Workload: The array can likely handle the additional 10 TB workload without immediate upgrades.
Monitoring: Continuous monitoring ensures that performance and capacity remain within acceptable limits.
Cost Efficiency: Avoiding unnecessary upgrades or changes helps optimize costs while meeting the customer’s needs.
Reference: Pure Storage FlashArray Documentation: “Capacity Planning and Workload Sizing” Pure Storage Whitepaper: “Best Practices for Managing Test/Dev Workloads” Pure Storage Knowledge Base: “Adding Workloads to FlashArray Without Disruption”

NEW QUESTION 41
A company has two data centers that are 30 miles apart with a round trip latency of 4ms.
What Pure Storage software will allow the lowest RPO disaster recovery strategy between the two data centers?

Purity Snapshot Replication

Purity ActiveCluster

Pure1 Manage

Purity Snapshots

NEW QUESTION 42
A healthcare customer who is already leveraging a FlashArray//X50 for VMware datastores has added a radiology department to their facility and requires a file-based storage solution for medical imaging.
* They have 35 usable TB free.
* They anticipate storing 15 TB in images.
* System load is currently 35%.
Which approach will enable this workload?

They must first upgrade the controllers to a //X70 and enable FA File.

They can use FA File on the array as-is.

Medical imaging always belongs on a FlashBlade.

They should purchase a FlashArray//C and enable FA File.

NEW QUESTION 43
Refer to the exhibit.

What does the depicted value 77.24 T represent?

Total useable space

Total raw space on the array

The guaranteed capacity

Total deduplicated space

NEW QUESTION 44
A customer has deployed an ActiveCluster solution with Uniform Configuration. The customer wants to make sure that all host connections are configured to the array according to best practices.
What Fibre Channel connections should the architect recommend for the customer to use?

Dual connections from each controller through two fabrics

A single connection from each controller through two fabrics

Crossed connections from each controller through a single fabric

A single connection from each controller through a single fabric

NEW QUESTION 45
A manufacturing customer is running Oracle volumes on their existing //X90R3 array and would like to use FlashArray for their Windows file shares. They are asking if it is feasible to do this.
How should the SE respond?

The customer should migrate their Windows file servers to Pure.

The customer needs to upgrade to XL to be able to use FA File.

The customer should be able to use their current FlashArray.

The SE should respond that the customer can use their current FlashArray for Windows file shares alongside their existing Oracle workloads. Pure Storage FlashArray is a versatile platform capable of supporting multiple workloads, including block storage for databases (e.g., Oracle) and file services for Windows file shares.
Why This Matters:
FlashArray Versatility:
Pure Storage FlashArray supports both block and file workloads through its integrated architecture. While FlashArray is primarily known for block storage, it can also support file workloads using FA File Services, which provides NFS and SMB protocols for file sharing.
The customer does not need to migrate their Windows file servers or upgrade their hardware unless there are specific capacity or performance constraints.
Current Array Feasibility:
Assuming the existing //X90R3 array has sufficient capacity and performance headroom, it can handle the additional workload without requiring upgrades.
Why Not the Other Options?
A). The customer should migrate their Windows file servers to Pure:
While migrating file servers to Pure Storage can provide benefits like simplified management and improved performance, it is not a requirement. The customer can continue using their existing file servers while leveraging FlashArray for block storage.
B). The customer needs to upgrade to XL to be able to use FA File:
Upgrading to a higher-end model like FlashArray//XL is unnecessary unless the current array lacks the required capacity or performance for the additional workload. The //X90R3 is fully capable of supporting FA File Services.
Key Points:
Versatility: FlashArray can support both block and file workloads simultaneously.
No Immediate Upgrades Needed: The current array can likely handle the additional workload without requiring hardware changes.
Workload Consolidation: Using a single platform for multiple workloads simplifies infrastructure and reduces costs.
Reference: Pure Storage FlashArray Documentation: “FA File Services Overview” Pure Storage Whitepaper: “Consolidating Workloads on FlashArray” Pure Storage Knowledge Base: “Supporting Multiple Workloads with FlashArray”

NEW QUESTION 46
A customer wants to add capacity to support a new Oracle workload. It has been determined that the application needs 398 TB of thick-provisioned storage from the host. The customer wants to purchase the minimum storage capacity to handle this workload.
How much capacity should the SE propose, assuming DRR is 3:1?

132 TB

21TB

186 TB

62 TB

NEW QUESTION 47
A potential customer has a use case where they need to use a stretched cluster for high availability and also require a third copy of their data in a remote geographic location.
Which replication method should be recommended?

CloudSnap to an offload target

Fan-out asynchronous snapshot replication

ActiveDR with periodic snapshot replication

ActiveCluster with asychronous snapshot replication

The customer requires a storage solution that supports a stretched cluster for high availability and also maintains a third copy of their data in a remote geographic location. The best replication method to recommend is ActiveCluster with asynchronous snapshot replication.
Why This Matters:
ActiveCluster:
ActiveCluster provides synchronous replication between two sites within a stretched cluster, ensuring zero RPO and near-zero RTO for high availability.
It is ideal for scenarios where applications require continuous access to data across two locations.
Asynchronous Snapshot Replication:
Asynchronous replication extends the disaster recovery strategy by replicating snapshots to a third site. This ensures an additional layer of protection against regional failures.
Why Not the Other Options?
A). CloudSnap to an offload target:
CloudSnap is used to offload snapshots to cloud storage (e.g., AWS S3 or Azure Blob). While it satisfies the requirement for a third copy, it does not integrate with ActiveCluster for high availability in a stretched cluster.
B). Fan-out asynchronous snapshot replication:
Fan-out replication involves sending snapshots to multiple targets asynchronously. However, it does not provide the synchronous replication required for a stretched cluster.
C). ActiveDR with periodic snapshot replication:
ActiveDR is designed for asynchronous replication and failover/failback scenarios but does not support synchronous replication for a stretched cluster.
Key Points:
ActiveCluster: Ensures high availability with synchronous replication in a stretched cluster.
Async Replication: Adds a third-site replication target for comprehensive disaster recovery.
Integrated Solution: Combines high availability and disaster recovery into a single architecture.
Reference: Pure Storage FlashArray Documentation: “ActiveCluster with Async Replication” Pure Storage Whitepaper: “Disaster Recovery Strategies with FlashArray” Pure Storage Knowledge Base: “Using Protection Groups in Stretched Pods”

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