- A
Use AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) to continuously replicate HANA to the DR region.
Why wrong: DMS is for migrations, not for ongoing replication of HANA.
- B
Use Amazon EBS Snapshots and copy them to the DR region for periodic restore.
EBS Snapshots can be used for backup and copied across regions for DR, though with potential data loss.
- C
Configure SAP HANA System Replication (HSR) to replicate data to the secondary region.
HSR is the native SAP method for replicating HANA databases across regions.
- D
Use Amazon EFS to replicate the HANA data directory to the DR region.
Why wrong: EFS is a file system, not a replication mechanism for HANA data volumes.
- E
Use AWS S3 Transfer Acceleration to continuously upload HANA log files to the DR region.
Why wrong: Transfer Acceleration is for faster S3 uploads, not a HANA replication solution.
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.
An SAP customer is running SAP HANA on AWS using m5.8xlarge instances. They want to implement a disaster recovery (DR) strategy using a secondary region with a standby HANA instance. Which TWO options should they consider to replicate the HANA data to the DR region? (Select TWO.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
Use Amazon EBS Snapshots and copy them to the DR region for periodic restore.
Options B and C are correct. SAP HANA System Replication is the standard method for replicating data between HANA instances across regions. Amazon EBS Snapshots can be copied to another region and used to restore volumes. Option A (EFS) is not suitable for HANA data volumes. Option D (S3 Transfer Acceleration) is not a replication method for HANA. Option E (DMS) is for database migrations, not ongoing replication.
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.
- ✗
Use AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) to continuously replicate HANA to the DR region.
Why it's wrong here
DMS is for migrations, not for ongoing replication of HANA.
- ✓
Use Amazon EBS Snapshots and copy them to the DR region for periodic restore.
Why this is correct
EBS Snapshots can be used for backup and copied across regions for DR, though with potential data loss.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✓
Configure SAP HANA System Replication (HSR) to replicate data to the secondary region.
Why this is correct
HSR is the native SAP method for replicating HANA databases across regions.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Use Amazon EFS to replicate the HANA data directory to the DR region.
Why it's wrong here
EFS is a file system, not a replication mechanism for HANA data volumes.
- ✗
Use AWS S3 Transfer Acceleration to continuously upload HANA log files to the DR region.
Why it's wrong here
Transfer Acceleration is for faster S3 uploads, not a HANA replication solution.
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
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What does this PAS-C01 question test?
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: Use Amazon EBS Snapshots and copy them to the DR region for periodic restore. — Options B and C are correct. SAP HANA System Replication is the standard method for replicating data between HANA instances across regions. Amazon EBS Snapshots can be copied to another region and used to restore volumes. Option A (EFS) is not suitable for HANA data volumes. Option D (S3 Transfer Acceleration) is not a replication method for HANA. Option E (DMS) is for database migrations, not ongoing replication.
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Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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