To form a new cluster with OneFS 8.2.0 using HD400 nodes, a minimum of 3 nodes is required. The HD400 model, part of an older generation, necessitates this configuration according to Dell's specifications for forming a cluster.
The SSIP (System Service Integration Point) initially resides on the node with the lowest node ID. This is typically how systems manage the assignment of key integration points to ensure a predictable and organized structure.



To resolve capacity issues temporarily while new nodes are being delivered, enabling Spillover would be the most appropriate action. Spillover allows a cluster to continue to function by spilling over the data to other nodes or tiers temporarily, thus mitigating the immediate capacity constraints. Other options like activating SmartPools or GNA may not directly address the immediate capacity issue.