- A
Deploy SAP HANA in a Multi-AZ configuration for high availability.
Multi-AZ provides automatic failover in case of an AZ failure.
- B
Use EBS snapshots for backup and recovery.
EBS snapshots are a reliable method for backing up HANA data.
- C
Use General Purpose SSD (gp2) volumes for HANA data files.
Why wrong: General Purpose SSD may not provide the consistent IOPS required; Provisioned IOPS is recommended.
- D
Stop the HANA instance during backup to ensure consistency.
Why wrong: Stopping the instance causes downtime; HANA supports consistent backups while running.
- E
Disable swap space to improve performance.
Why wrong: Swap space is necessary for memory overcommit; disabling it can cause issues.
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SAP HANA High Availability and Backup — Multi-AZ and EBS Snapshots
This PAS-C01 practice question tests your understanding of operations and maintenance. The scenario asks you to isolate a root cause — eliminate options that address a different problem before choosing. 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.
Which TWO of the following are best practices for operating SAP HANA on AWS?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"best"Why it matters: Signals that multiple options may be partially correct. Choose the option that most directly solves the exact problem described, not the one that sounds most complete.
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
✓
Deploy SAP HANA in a Multi-AZ configuration for high availability.
Option A is correct because deploying SAP HANA in a Multi-AZ configuration provides high availability by automatically failing over to a standby instance in another Availability Zone if the primary fails. Option B is correct because EBS snapshots are an efficient and consistent backup method for SAP HANA on AWS, supporting point-in-time recovery. Option C is incorrect because General Purpose SSD (gp2) volumes do not provide the consistent low latency and high IOPS required for SAP HANA data files; Provisioned IOPS (io1/io2) are recommended. Option D is incorrect because stopping the HANA instance during backup is not necessary and causes downtime; EBS snapshots can be taken consistently without stopping the instance using pre-snapshot scripts or SAP HANA snapshot-based backups. Option E is incorrect because disabling swap space can lead to memory pressure issues; SAP HANA recommends having swap space configured for safety.
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.
- ✓
Deploy SAP HANA in a Multi-AZ configuration for high availability.
Why this is correct
Multi-AZ provides automatic failover in case of an AZ failure.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "best" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✓
Use EBS snapshots for backup and recovery.
Why this is correct
EBS snapshots are a reliable method for backing up HANA data.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "best" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Use General Purpose SSD (gp2) volumes for HANA data files.
Why it's wrong here
General Purpose SSD may not provide the consistent IOPS required; Provisioned IOPS is recommended.
- ✗
Stop the HANA instance during backup to ensure consistency.
Why it's wrong here
Stopping the instance causes downtime; HANA supports consistent backups while running.
- ✗
Disable swap space to improve performance.
Why it's wrong here
Swap space is necessary for memory overcommit; disabling it can cause issues.
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?
Operations and Maintenance — This question tests Operations and Maintenance — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Deploy SAP HANA in a Multi-AZ configuration for high availability. — Option A is correct because deploying SAP HANA in a Multi-AZ configuration provides high availability by automatically failing over to a standby instance in another Availability Zone if the primary fails. Option B is correct because EBS snapshots are an efficient and consistent backup method for SAP HANA on AWS, supporting point-in-time recovery. Option C is incorrect because General Purpose SSD (gp2) volumes do not provide the consistent low latency and high IOPS required for SAP HANA data files; Provisioned IOPS (io1/io2) are recommended. Option D is incorrect because stopping the HANA instance during backup is not necessary and causes downtime; EBS snapshots can be taken consistently without stopping the instance using pre-snapshot scripts or SAP HANA snapshot-based backups. Option E is incorrect because disabling swap space can lead to memory pressure issues; SAP HANA recommends having swap space configured for safety.
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: "best". Signals that multiple options may be partially correct. Choose the option that most directly solves the exact problem described, not the one that sounds most complete.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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