NetApp Exam NS0-093 Topic 5 Question 5 Discussion

Actual exam question for NetApp's NS0-093 exam

Question #: 5
Topic #: 5

After a panic, the customer asks you to explain the error ''watchdog timeout.''

Which explanation would be appropriate?

AAn optional software that monitors system performance.
An overloaded system fails to reset the watchdog and watchdog induces a system panic.

BAn optional component included with Active IQ Unified Manager.
It notifies a user if watchdog fails to reach the storage system within a certain period.

CA service that detects and recovers from computer malfunctions.
A hardware or software error prevents update of watchdog and it induces a system panic.

DA service that monitors network activity and protects data.
A watchdog induces system panic to protect data if malicious activity is detected.

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Suggested Answer: C

What Is a Watchdog Timeout?

The watchdog is a software or hardware mechanism that monitors the system's health and ensures it is operating correctly.

If the system fails to respond or update the watchdog timer within the specified time, the watchdog triggers a system panic to avoid further corruption or damage.

Cause of Watchdog Timeout:

This usually occurs due to:

A hardware failure (e.g., CPU or memory issue).

A software bug causing a system hang or crash.

The panic ensures the system stops operation to preserve data integrity and aid in troubleshooting.

NetApp Reference Documentation:

'ONTAP Troubleshooting Guide' and 'Core Dump Analysis Guide' provide details on interpreting watchdog timeouts and recommended actions.

by Jacquelyne at Dec 10, 2024, 03:41 PM

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29 days ago

Hmm, I'm not sure. I was leaning towards A, but C also seems plausible. Watchdog timeouts can be tricky.

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Barbra

6 days ago

I think A is correct. It monitors system performance.

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Lauran

1 months ago

But A makes sense because it mentions system performance monitoring.

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1 months ago

I think the answer is A.

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