HP HPE2-K42 Exam : Designing HPE Nimble Solutions

  • Exam Code: HPE2-K42
  • Exam Name: Designing HPE Nimble Solutions
  • Updated: Sep 19, 2026
  • Q & A: 90 Questions and Answers

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HP HPE2-K42 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
Exam Name:Designing HPE Nimble Solutions
Exam Number:HPE2-K42
Passing Score:70%
Related Certifications:HPE Storage Solutions Architect
Available Languages:English, Japanese
Exam Price:$140 USD
Exam Format:Multiple Response, Multiple Choice, Scenario-based
Exam Duration:60 minutes
Certificate Validity Period:3 years
Real Exam Qty:40
Recommended Training:Designing HPE Nimble Solutions Official Course
Exam Registration:Pearson VUE Registration
HPE Certification Portal
Sample Questions:Free Download real HPE2-K42 actual tests
Exam Way:Web-based proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers
Pre Condition:Basic knowledge of storage networking, virtualization, and data center infrastructure; recommended completion of Designing HPE Nimble Solutions training
Official Syllabus URL:https://certification-learning.hpe.com/TR/Datacard/Exam/HPE2-K42

HP HPE2-K42 Exam Syllabus Topics:

SectionWeightObjectives
Storage Volumes Design17%- Volume concepts and protocols (iSCSI, FC, NFS)
- QoS and data protection
- Capacity and performance planning
Introduction to Nimble Solutions7%- Describe NimbleOS architecture and capabilities
- Explain Nimble Cloud Volume Technology
- Identify Nimble technologies and core features
- Understand licensing models
Snapshots & Cloning8%- Snapshot technology and scheduling
- RPO/RTO considerations
- Zero-copy clones and recovery
Array Initialization & Setup10%- Deployment best practices
- Initial configuration process
- Network and firewall requirements
NimbleOS WebUI & Management3%- Navigate and use WebUI
- User administration and access control
Replication & Disaster Recovery13%- SmartReplicate architecture
- DR planning and implementation
- Synchronous/asynchronous replication
CS-Series Overview9%- Explain scaling capabilities
- Describe CSx000 hardware
NimbleOS Architecture & Operations17%- CASL technology and data reduction
- Read/write workflows for AF and HF series
- Adaptive flash cache and RAID protection
InfoSight & Support3%- InfoSight predictive analytics portal
- Support coverage and logistics
AF-Series Overview13%- Understand read/write operations
- Describe AF-Series hardware specifications
- Explain Scale-to-Fit architecture

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Basic knowledge of storage networking, virtualization, and data center infrastructure; recommended completion of Designing HPE Nimble Solutions training Eligibility rules change over time, so verify the current requirements on the official page (official HPE2-K42 exam page) before registering.

The HP Designing HPE Nimble Solutions is HP's certification exam for HPE Product Certified - Nimble Solutions [2018], at the Specialist level. Related credentials include HPE Storage Solutions Architect. Prepare efficiently: short review sessions anywhere, mock exams when you have a desk.

The HP Designing HPE Nimble Solutions blueprint spans 10 domains — including Replication & Disaster Recovery (13%), CS-Series Overview (9%), Storage Volumes Design (17%). Tag key points per domain in the PDF version; the complete outline above lists every subtopic.

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HP Designing HPE Nimble Solutions Sample Questions:

Question #1

Which cipher does SmartSecure use?

  • A. DES
  • B. AES-128
  • C. Salsa20
  • D. AES-256
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Correct Answer: D  🗳️

Question #2

How can you check which controller is in Standby mode? (Choose two.)

  • A. In WebU, select Controllers.
  • B. In WebUI, select Manage Arrays
  • C. Use the command: ctrl --list
  • D. Use the command: showsys.
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Correct Answer: B,C  🗳️

Question #3

Following HPE best practices, when would you use the P2 SAS expansion port?

  • A. When adding a first AFS2 shelf on an AF5000 array.
  • B. In a scale-out configuration with 4x AF9000 arrays.
  • C. When adding a second AFS2 shelf on an AF3000 array.
  • D. When adding a second AFS2 shelf on an AF7000 array.
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Correct Answer: B  🗳️

Question #4

How can controller failover be performed? (Choose two.)

  • A. In OCP, press the Failover button.
  • B. In WebUI, on the array level, click MAKE ACTIVE.
  • C. In CLI, use the command: failover.Perform it online via InfoSight.
  • D. Perform it online via InfoSight.
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Correct Answer: B,C  🗳️

Question #5

Which snapshot technology do HPE Nimble arrays use?

  • A. ROW with sweeping
  • B. ROW
  • C. ROW with defragmentation
  • D. COW with sweeping
  • E. COW
Reveal Solution  Discussion  0

Correct Answer: B  🗳️

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