Which components of an Exadata storage server image, if updated, may require that a patch also be applied to
the database servers in an Exadata X6 Database Machine?
A.
Linux operating system on the storage server
B.
InfiniBand HCA firmware on the storage server
C.
Storage server hard disk device drivers
D.
Storage server flash device drivers
Explanation:
Exadata patches are intended for and include fixes for both the storage servers and Compute servers, andoptionally InfiniBand switches.
Patching order
You should patch the Exadata Database Machines in the following sequence
Oracle GI/RDBMS Homes
Exadata Storage Cells
Compute nodes
Infiniband Switches
References: https://www.toadworld.com/platforms/oracle/w/wiki/11640.oracle-exadata-patching