The answer is to configure HSR with asynchronous replication mode and ensure low-latency network connectivity between the regions. For HANA System Replication across AWS Regions, asynchronous log shipping is mandatory because synchronous replication would introduce unacceptable latency over the long physical distance between us-east-1 and us-west-2, degrading primary site performance. Low-latency network connectivity, typically achieved through AWS Direct Connect or VPC peering with optimized routing, is equally critical to prevent log shipping delays that could cause data loss during a failover. On the AWS Certified SAP on AWS Specialty PAS-C01 exam, this question tests your understanding that cross-region HSR is fundamentally a database-level log replication process, not a storage or application-layer solution—common traps include confusing HSR with EBS snapshots or S3-based backups. Remember the key distinction: synchronous for same-region, asynchronous for cross-region; think "long distance demands async" to avoid the trap of selecting synchronous replication for DR.
PAS-C01 Technology Practice Question
This PAS-C01 practice question tests your understanding of technology. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A company is designing a disaster recovery (DR) strategy for its SAP HANA database on AWS. The primary site is in us-east-1, and the DR site is in us-west-2. Which TWO actions are required to enable HANA System Replication (HSR) across AWS Regions? (Choose 2)
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue: "primary"
Why it matters: Asks for the main purpose or function, not a secondary benefit. Eliminate answers that describe side-effects or partial functions.
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Set up a VPN or Direct Connect connection between the Regions for secure, low-latency communication.
Options B and D are correct. B: HSR requires low-latency network connectivity. D: For cross-region HSR, the log shipping must be asynchronous to avoid performance impact. A is incorrect because EBS snapshots are not used for HSR. C is incorrect because HSR does not use S3. E is incorrect because HSR is a database-level replication, not an application-level load balancer.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Enable cross-Region replication of EBS snapshots.
Why it's wrong here
A is wrong: EBS snapshots are not part of HSR.
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Set up a VPN or Direct Connect connection between the Regions for secure, low-latency communication.
Why this is correct
B is correct: HSR requires network connectivity.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "primary" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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Configure HSR with asynchronous replication mode.
Why this is correct
D is correct: asynchronous replication is used for cross-Region DR.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "primary" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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Use S3 Cross-Region Replication to copy HANA data files.
Why it's wrong here
C is wrong: HSR replicates via network, not S3.
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Deploy an Application Load Balancer in front of the HANA instances in both Regions.
Why it's wrong here
E is wrong: ALB is not used for HANA replication.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
→Underline the problem statement mentally.
→Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
→Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A media company stores terabytes of video archives that are accessed once a year for audit purposes. Moving these objects to a cold storage tier (Azure Archive, S3 Glacier, or Google Nearline) costs a fraction of hot storage. Questions like this test whether you understand storage tiers, access frequency tradeoffs, and retrieval latency requirements.
What to study next
Got this wrong? Here's your next step.
Identify which PAS-C01 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
Technology — This question tests Technology — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Set up a VPN or Direct Connect connection between the Regions for secure, low-latency communication. — Options B and D are correct. B: HSR requires low-latency network connectivity. D: For cross-region HSR, the log shipping must be asynchronous to avoid performance impact. A is incorrect because EBS snapshots are not used for HSR. C is incorrect because HSR does not use S3. E is incorrect because HSR is a database-level replication, not an application-level load balancer.
What should I do if I get this PAS-C01 question wrong?
Identify which PAS-C01 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "primary". Asks for the main purpose or function, not a secondary benefit. Eliminate answers that describe side-effects or partial functions.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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