To access the Dell EMC PowerScale cluster through the Web Administration interface, you need to
use a web browser to connect to the cluster's management port using HTTPS on the appropriate
port.
Correct URL Format:
https://:8080
Protocol: HTTPS (Secure HTTP)
Cluster Name/IP: Replace with the cluster's hostname or IP address.
Port Number: 8080, which is the default port for the PowerScale Web Administration interface.
Why Option A is Correct:
HTTPS Protocol:
Ensures secure communication with the cluster's web interface.
Port 8080:
Default port for accessing the Web Administration interface on PowerScale clusters.
Combining Both:
Using https://:8080 directs the browser to the correct interface.
Why Other Options Are Incorrect:
Option B (http://:80):
Uses HTTP on port 80, which is not the default for the administration interface.
Option C (http://:8082):
Incorrect protocol and port.
Option D (https://:8081):
Port 8081 is not the default for the web interface.
Dell PowerScale Reference:
Dell EMC PowerScale OneFS Web Administration Guide:
Accessing the Web Interface:
Specifies that the Web Administration interface is accessible via HTTPS on port 8080.
Provides the URL format for connecting to the cluster.
Example:
If your cluster's hostname is powerscale-cluster, you would enter:
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https://powerscale-cluster:8080
Security Note:
Certificate Warnings:
Browsers may display a security warning due to self-signed certificates.
You can proceed by adding an exception or install a valid SSL certificate.
Best Practices:
DNS Configuration:
Ensure that the cluster's hostname is resolvable via DNS.
Alternatively, use the cluster's IP address in the URL.
Browser Compatibility:
Use a modern browser that supports the necessary encryption protocols.
Firewall Settings:
Verify that network firewalls allow traffic on port 8080.