Practice Free HPE0-S59 Exam Online Questions
You are a Storage Administrator investigating a performance degradation issue on an HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 server. The server hosts a VMware ESXi environment, and users are reporting slow virtual machine performance, specifically high storage latency. The server has an HPE Smart Array P408i-a controller with a cache module and Smart Storage Battery. All 8 SFF bays are populated with SAS SSDs in a single RAID 5 array.
You access the server’s iLO 5 interface to begin your investigation.
Task: Review the provided iLO 5 ‘Smart Array Controller’ status screen and identify the most likely cause of the storage performance bottleneck.
[iLO 5 – Smart Array P408i-a Status]
Controller Status: OK
Model: HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10
Firmware Version: 3.53
Cache Module Status: OK
Cache Size: 4096 MiB
Smart Storage Battery:
Model: HPE 96W Smart Storage
Battery
Status: Degraded
Capacitor Status: Failed
(Replacement Required)
Logical Drives:
– Logical Drive 1
RAID Level: RAID 5
Size: 14.9 TiB
Status: OK
Write Cache: Disabled
Read Cache: 100%
Identified Cause of Bottleneck: (Your answer should be a concise statement explaining the root cause based on the provided data.)
Explanation:
The provided iLO screen shows that the Smart Storage Battery has failed ("Capacitor Status: Failed"). The HPE Smart Array controller relies on this battery to protect data in its write cache during a power failure. As a safety mechanism, when the battery fails, the controller automatically disables the write cache ("Write Cache: Disabled"). Disabling the write cache means all write operations must be committed directly to the RAID 5 array, incurring a significant performance penalty (RAID 5 parity calculation + direct-to-SSD writes) and resulting in the high storage latency reported by users. The fix is to replace the Smart Storage Battery, which will allow the write cache to be safely re-enabled.
Knowledge Point: Manage, Monitor, and Maintain Solutions
Associated Topics (Primary): Given a customer’s performance data and solution design, identify the bottleneck
Question_Type: Practical_Lab
Keywords: troubleshooting | performance | bottleneck | Smart Array | Smart Storage Battery | write cache
Persona: Storage Administrator
Persona_Modifier: investigating a performance degradation issue
Target_Component: HPE Smart Storage Battery
Data_Format_Used: UI-iLO5
Assessment_Focus: Troubleshooting-PerformanceBottleneck
A customer needs to modify the network configuration of 200 HPE ProLiant servers. The requirement is to change the iLO network settings (like DNS and alert mail) on all servers to a new corporate standard.
What is the most efficient method to apply this configuration change to all 200 servers at once?
- A . Manually log in to the iLO web interface of each of the 200 servers.
- B . Use HPE OneView to apply a Server Profile update to all servers.
- C . Use HPE Intelligent Provisioning (F10) on each server.
- D . Use the "hponcfg" or "ilorest" scripting utilities to push a configuration file to all servers.
A customer needs to modify the network configuration of 200 HPE ProLiant servers. The requirement is to change the iLO network settings (like DNS and alert mail) on all servers to a new corporate standard.
What is the most efficient method to apply this configuration change to all 200 servers at once?
- A . Manually log in to the iLO web interface of each of the 200 servers.
- B . Use HPE OneView to apply a Server Profile update to all servers.
- C . Use HPE Intelligent Provisioning (F10) on each server.
- D . Use the "hponcfg" or "ilorest" scripting utilities to push a configuration file to all servers.
An administrator lost connectivity to iLO 5 on a server. The issue was resolved by performing a physical power-cycle of the server, which also reset the iLO.
What preventative measure can be implemented to allow the administrator to reset the iLO *without* powering down the host OS in the future?
- A . Install and configure the iLO "CHIF" (Channel Interface) driver in the host OS.
- B . Install the "iLO Service Port" driver in the host OS.
- C . Install and configure the iLO "AHS" (Active Health System) driver.
- D . Configure the server’s UID button to also perform an iLO reset.
Bill of Materials (BOM) – Key Components:
– 1 x HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 8SFF (2U Chassis)
– 2 x Intel Xeon-Gold 6240R Processors
– 12 x 32GB DDR4 RDIMMs
– 2 x HPE 800W Flex Slot Platinum Hot Plug Power Supplies (Input: 200-240VAC)
– 1 x HPE Ethernet 10/25Gb 2-port SFP28 Adapter
– 1 x HPE Smart Array P408i-a Controller
– 8 x 1.92TB SAS SSDs
– Estimated Max Power Draw: 750W
– Estimated Heat Output: 2560 BTU/hr
Site Survey Report – Rack 42A:
– Available Rack Space: Bay U25-U26 (2U contiguous)
– Available Power (PDU A): 4 x NEMA 5-15R outlets (120V, 15A)
– Available Power (PDU B): 4 x NEMA 5-15R outlets (120V, 15A)
– Available Network Ports: 2 x 1GbE RJ45 (Patch Panel 42A-P1, Ports 1-2)
– Rack Cooling Capacity: 10,000 BTU/hr total, 3000 BTU/hr currently utilized.
Question 6 of 6 After reviewing the two documents, the Implementation Specialist concludes the site is NOT ready.
What key items must be added to the site preparation plan to make the installation successful? (Select all that apply.)
- A . Appropriate PDUs (e.g., C13/C19) and 208-240V circuits must be installed in Rack 42A.
- B . The 1GbE RJ45 network ports must be upgraded to 10/25Gb SFP28 ports.
- C . A 1U blanking panel must be ordered for the space above U26.
- D . The 12 x 32GB RDIMMs must be swapped for LRDIMMs.
- E . The rack’s cooling capacity must be upgraded, as 7000 BTU/hr is not sufficient.
- F . The correct server rail kit and a Cable Management Arm (CMA) must be verified to be on-site.
A, B, F
Explanation:
– A. Correct. This addresses the critical power incompatibility. The 120V NEMA 5-15R outlets are incorrect for the server’s 200-240V power supplies.
– B. Correct. This addresses the critical network incompatibility. The 1GbE RJ45 ports do not match the 10/25Gb SFP28 adapter in the BOM.
– F. Correct. This addresses the physical installation. The rail kit and CMA are essential for mounting the server and making it serviceable, and they were not mentioned in the site survey.
– C. Incorrect. A blanking panel is a best practice for airflow but is not a critical show-stopper for the *installation* itself.
– D. Incorrect. The BOM specifies RDIMMs, and there is no information to suggest they are incompatible. This is not a site preparation issue.
– E. Incorrect. As calculated in a previous question, the available 7000 BTU/hr of cooling is sufficient for the server’s 2560 BTU/hr output.
Knowledge Point: Plan and Design Server Solutions
Associated Topics (Primary): Given a scenario, verify the solution is complete and the site is prepared for implementation | Given a scenario, identify the required components for an implementation plan
Question_Type: SelectAllThatApply
Keywords: site preparation | implementation plan | power | networking | rail kit | incompatibility
Persona: Implementation Specialist
Persona_Modifier: preparing a site for a new hardware installation
Target_Component: HPE ProLiant Server
Data_Format_Used: Scenario-CustomerRequirements
Assessment_Focus: ScenarioAnalysis-SolutionDesign
Bill of Materials (BOM) – Key Components:
– 1 x HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 8SFF (2U Chassis)
– 2 x Intel Xeon-Gold 6240R Processors
– 12 x 32GB DDR4 RDIMMs
– 2 x HPE 800W Flex Slot Platinum Hot Plug Power Supplies (Input: 200-240VAC)
– 1 x HPE Ethernet 10/25Gb 2-port SFP28 Adapter
– 1 x HPE Smart Array P408i-a Controller
– 8 x 1.92TB SAS SSDs
– Estimated Max Power Draw: 750W
– Estimated Heat Output: 2560 BTU/hr
Site Survey Report – Rack 42A:
– Available Rack Space: Bay U25-U26 (2U contiguous)
– Available Power (PDU A): 4 x NEMA 5-15R outlets (120V, 15A)
– Available Power (PDU B): 4 x NEMA 5-15R outlets (120V, 15A)
– Available Network Ports: 2 x 1GbE RJ45 (Patch Panel 42A-P1, Ports 1-2)
– Rack Cooling Capacity: 10,000 BTU/hr total, 3000 BTU/hr currently utilized.
Question 6 of 6 After reviewing the two documents, the Implementation Specialist concludes the site is NOT ready.
What key items must be added to the site preparation plan to make the installation successful? (Select all that apply.)
- A . Appropriate PDUs (e.g., C13/C19) and 208-240V circuits must be installed in Rack 42A.
- B . The 1GbE RJ45 network ports must be upgraded to 10/25Gb SFP28 ports.
- C . A 1U blanking panel must be ordered for the space above U26.
- D . The 12 x 32GB RDIMMs must be swapped for LRDIMMs.
- E . The rack’s cooling capacity must be upgraded, as 7000 BTU/hr is not sufficient.
- F . The correct server rail kit and a Cable Management Arm (CMA) must be verified to be on-site.
A, B, F
Explanation:
– A. Correct. This addresses the critical power incompatibility. The 120V NEMA 5-15R outlets are incorrect for the server’s 200-240V power supplies.
– B. Correct. This addresses the critical network incompatibility. The 1GbE RJ45 ports do not match the 10/25Gb SFP28 adapter in the BOM.
– F. Correct. This addresses the physical installation. The rail kit and CMA are essential for mounting the server and making it serviceable, and they were not mentioned in the site survey.
– C. Incorrect. A blanking panel is a best practice for airflow but is not a critical show-stopper for the *installation* itself.
– D. Incorrect. The BOM specifies RDIMMs, and there is no information to suggest they are incompatible. This is not a site preparation issue.
– E. Incorrect. As calculated in a previous question, the available 7000 BTU/hr of cooling is sufficient for the server’s 2560 BTU/hr output.
Knowledge Point: Plan and Design Server Solutions
Associated Topics (Primary): Given a scenario, verify the solution is complete and the site is prepared for implementation | Given a scenario, identify the required components for an implementation plan
Question_Type: SelectAllThatApply
Keywords: site preparation | implementation plan | power | networking | rail kit | incompatibility
Persona: Implementation Specialist
Persona_Modifier: preparing a site for a new hardware installation
Target_Component: HPE ProLiant Server
Data_Format_Used: Scenario-CustomerRequirements
Assessment_Focus: ScenarioAnalysis-SolutionDesign
A customer reports that a server in a remote office went offline. A technician is dispatched and discovers the server is powered off and will not power on. The IML indicates *both* redundant power supplies failed. The issue is resolved by replacing both PSUs.
What are the most effective measures to limit the reoccurrence of this specific server-down scenario? (Select all that apply.)
- A . Configure iLO to send email alerts for power supply "Degraded" or "Failed" status.
- B . Set the server’s "Power Profile" in BIOS/UEFI to "Power Saver Mode."
- C . Connect the server’s two power supplies to two independent PDUs or circuits.
- D . Regularly update the power supply firmware using the SPP.
- E . Replace the server’s processors with lower-wattage models.
Boot Device: Third-party (non-HPE) 128GB SATA M.2 SSD
The architect is consulting the official HPE Server Support Matrix for VMware ESXi.
HPE Server Support Matrix (Excerpt): | Server Model | OS Version | Controller | Driver (In-Box) | Driver (HPE) | Notes |
| :— | :— | :— | :— | :— | :— |
| DL380 Gen10 | ESXi 8.0 U1 | Smart Array P408i-a | `nhpsa` | 4.1.2-1 | Supported |
| DL380 Gen10 | ESXi 8.0 U1 | BCM57416 10/25GbE | `bnxtnet` | 222.0.0.0 | Supported |
| DL380 Gen10 | ESXi 7.0 U3 | All | – | – | Supported |
Question 3 of 6 To ensure the highest level of compatibility and stability, what is the HPE-recommended best practice for installing the OS on this server?
- A . Use the standard VMware ESXi 8.0 U1 ISO and manually download the `nhpsa` 4.1.2-1 driver.
- B . Use the HPE Custom Image for VMware ESXi 8.0 U1.
- C . Install VMware ESXi 7.0 U3, as it is more stable, and then perform an in-place upgrade.
- D . Use Intelligent Provisioning to install the standard VMware ESXi 8.0 U1 ISO.
B
Explanation:
– B. Correct. The HPE Custom Image for VMware ESXi is pre-bundled with all the specific, validated drivers (like the 4.1.2-1 `nhpsa` driver) and HPE management agents (like the iLO CHIF driver) that are certified for that server and OS combination. This is the best practice to ensure 100% compatibility and proper integration with HPE management tools.
– A. Incorrect. This is a manual, complex process (slipstreaming a driver) that is not the recommended best practice.
– C. Incorrect. The matrix clearly states ESXi 8.0 U1 is supported. There is no reason to install an older version first.
– D. Incorrect. Intelligent Provisioning is a tool to *assist* installation, but it still needs an ISO. Using the standard ISO will still result in the in-box drivers, not the HPE-specific ones. The best practice is to provide Intelligent Provisioning with the *HPE Custom Image*.
Knowledge Point: Manage, Monitor, and Maintain Solutions
Associated Topics (Primary): Using support matrices, evaluate software and firmware compatibility
Question_Type: SingleChoice
Keywords: validation | compatibility | HPE Custom Image | ESXi | best practice | driver
Persona: Solution Architect
Persona_Modifier: validating a solution design against compatibility matrices
Target_Component: HPE ProLiant Server
Data_Format_Used: Data-SupportMatrix
A solution architect is creating an implementation plan for a new HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 server. The customer has a requirement for "out-of-band remote console (KVM), virtual media, and power control, even if the server operating system is offline."
Which component or feature *must* be included and configured in the implementation plan to meet this requirement?
- A . The server’s built-in UID light.
- B . The HPE iLO 5 Dedicated Network Port.
- C . An iLO Advanced license.
- D . An HPE OneView license.
A solution architect is creating an implementation plan for a new HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 server. The customer has a requirement for "out-of-band remote console (KVM), virtual media, and power control, even if the server operating system is offline."
Which component or feature *must* be included and configured in the implementation plan to meet this requirement?
- A . The server’s built-in UID light.
- B . The HPE iLO 5 Dedicated Network Port.
- C . An iLO Advanced license.
- D . An HPE OneView license.