- A
Change the EFS performance mode to Max I/O to support higher levels of aggregate throughput and operations per second.
Max I/O mode is designed for large-scale, parallel workloads like SAP shared directories.
- B
Increase the Provisioned Throughput of the EFS file system.
Why wrong: Provisioned Throughput is an option for consistent throughput but not the default recommendation; Max I/O mode handles high parallel access better.
- C
Switch the EFS file system to General Purpose (Burstable) performance mode.
Why wrong: General Purpose mode is not optimized for high throughput; it is suitable for latency-sensitive workloads.
- D
Enable burst credits on the EFS file system to handle peak loads.
Why wrong: Burst credits are part of the General Purpose mode; they are not a separate configuration.
Quick Answer
The answer is to change the EFS performance mode to Max I/O, as this configuration directly improves throughput for SAP transport directories by supporting higher levels of aggregate throughput and operations per second. Max I/O mode is designed for highly parallel workloads like SAP’s /sapmnt and /usr/sap/trans mounts, where many concurrent read and write operations occur, unlike General Purpose mode which prioritizes low latency over throughput. On the AWS Certified SAP on AWS Specialty PAS-C01 exam, this question tests your understanding of EFS performance modes in the context of SAP shared file systems—a common trap is confusing Provisioned Throughput (which ensures consistent throughput but doesn’t optimize for parallel access) with Max I/O. Remember that for SAP transport directories, think “parallel access = Max I/O,” and avoid the misconception that burst credits can be manually increased, as they are earned automatically.
PAS-C01 Technology Practice Question
This PAS-C01 practice question tests your understanding of technology. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. 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 system running on AWS is experiencing performance degradation. The system uses a shared file system for /sapmnt and /usr/sap/trans. The file system is hosted on an Amazon EFS file system. Which configuration change is most likely to improve throughput for these file systems?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"most likely"Why it matters: Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
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
Change the EFS performance mode to Max I/O to support higher levels of aggregate throughput and operations per second.
Option D is correct because EFS performance mode 'Max I/O' is designed for high throughput and parallel operations, typical for SAP shared mounts. Option A is wrong because General Purpose (Burstable) mode is for lower throughput workloads. Option B is wrong because Provisioned Throughput is for consistent throughput but not specifically for parallel access. Option C is wrong because increasing burst credit balance is not a configuration option; burst credits are earned automatically.
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.
- ✓
Change the EFS performance mode to Max I/O to support higher levels of aggregate throughput and operations per second.
Why this is correct
Max I/O mode is designed for large-scale, parallel workloads like SAP shared directories.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "most likely" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Increase the Provisioned Throughput of the EFS file system.
Why it's wrong here
Provisioned Throughput is an option for consistent throughput but not the default recommendation; Max I/O mode handles high parallel access better.
- ✗
Switch the EFS file system to General Purpose (Burstable) performance mode.
Why it's wrong here
General Purpose mode is not optimized for high throughput; it is suitable for latency-sensitive workloads.
- ✗
Enable burst credits on the EFS file system to handle peak loads.
Why it's wrong here
Burst credits are part of the General Purpose mode; they are not a separate configuration.
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 company's IT admin needs to give a contractor read-only access to production logs without sharing account credentials. Using role-based access control (RBAC) and temporary scoped permissions — not a permanent shared password — is the correct pattern. Questions like this test whether you can apply least-privilege access across cloud identity services.
What to study next
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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: Change the EFS performance mode to Max I/O to support higher levels of aggregate throughput and operations per second. — Option D is correct because EFS performance mode 'Max I/O' is designed for high throughput and parallel operations, typical for SAP shared mounts. Option A is wrong because General Purpose (Burstable) mode is for lower throughput workloads. Option B is wrong because Provisioned Throughput is for consistent throughput but not specifically for parallel access. Option C is wrong because increasing burst credit balance is not a configuration option; burst credits are earned automatically.
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: "most likely". Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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