Pure Storage helps customers increase storage density in their arrays as new technology becomes available through its Evergreen//One subscription program. Here's an analysis of the options:
Analysis of Options:
A). Customers can attach third-party storage arrays to the Pure Storage array:
Pure Storage does not support attaching third-party storage arrays directly to its arrays. This is not a valid option.
B). Customers can leverage Pure Storage's Capacity Consolidation offering:
While capacity consolidation is a benefit of Pure Storage arrays, it does not specifically address increasing storage density with new technology.
C). Customers can mix HDDs and flash modules within the same array:
Pure Storage arrays are all-flash and do not support mixing HDDs and flash modules. This is not a valid option.
D). Customers can add a shelf with an Evergreen//One subscription:
With Evergreen//One, customers can non-disruptively add new shelves or upgrade their arrays to take advantage of newer, denser storage technologies without rebuying existing storage. This is the correct answer.
Recommendation:
The correct answer is
D). Customers can add a shelf with an Evergreen//One subscription.
Reference: Evergreen//One Program Overview:
Evergreen//One
Explains the benefits of Evergreen//One, including non-disruptive upgrades and capacity expansion.
FlashArray Expansion Shelves:
FlashArray Expansion Shelves
Details the process of adding shelves to increase storage capacity.