AWS Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C02) Exam Prep Course - 2021 UPDATED! - Integrating On-Premises Storage

The video tutorial explains how to integrate local data with the cloud using AWS Storage Gateway. It covers the concept of software appliances, which are virtual machines that can be run on VMware or Hyper-V. The tutorial details three types of storage solutions: file-based, volume-based, and tape-based, each with its own protocols and use cases. It also provides guidance on planning and deploying storage gateways, including hosting options on-premises or as Amazon EC2 instances. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of choosing the right storage solution to avoid future complications.

What is the primary function of the AWS Storage Gateway?

• To provide a hardware device for cloud storage

• To integrate local storage with the cloud

• To replace all local storage solutions

• To offer a cloud-based operating system

Which virtualization solutions can be used to run the AWS Storage Gateway software appliance?

• Oracle VirtualBox and Parallels

• Docker and Kubernetes

• KVM and Xen

• VMware ESX and Hyper-V

What protocol does the volume-based storage solution use?

• HTTP

• NFS

• iSCSI

• FTP

What is a key advantage of using tape-based storage with AWS Storage Gateway?

• It provides faster data access than volume-based storage

• It is the cheapest storage option available

• It eliminates the need for physical tape rotation

• It supports real-time data processing

What should be considered when planning the deployment of a volume gateway?

• The type of operating system used

• The number of employees in the company

• The speed of the local network

• The color of the server room

What is a benefit of hosting the AWS Storage Gateway as an Amazon EC2 instance?

• It requires no configuration

• It allows for physical hardware installation

• It enables storage sharing between virtual private clouds

• It provides unlimited storage capacity

Why is it important to choose the correct type of storage gateway initially?

• Because it influences the type of internet connection

• Because changing it later is more challenging

• Because it affects the color of the interface

• Because it determines the number of users