2V0-21.23 Question 229
Select 3An administrator wants to configure file-based backups for their VMware vCenter Server to ensure data protection. They need to back up the vCenter Server to an external destination using the built-in backup scheduler. Which of the following steps are required to configure VMware vCenter file-based backup correctly?
- A
Specify an external backup location and protocol such as FTP, SFTP, or NFS in the backup configuration.
- B
Ensure that vCenter Server is powered off before initiating a file-based backup.
- C
Configure backup retention settings to define how long backups should be stored.
- D
Verify that the user account used for backup has appropriate permissions to write to the backup location.
- E
Manually copy the vCenter Server appliance files to the backup location after scheduling the backup job.
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Correct answers: A, C, D
Explanation
To configure VMware vCenter file-based backup, administrators must specify an external backup location and protocol, ensure proper user permissions for writing to the backup location, and configure retention settings. These steps ensure that backups are automated, secure, and reliable. Powering off the vCenter Server or manually copying files are not required or part of the process.
- A. Correct.
This step is required to configure the backup destination and protocol. VMware vCenter Server supports external locations such as FTP, SFTP, or NFS for file-based backups.
- B. Incorrect.
vCenter Server does not need to be powered off to perform a file-based backup. The backup operation is performed while vCenter Server is running.
- C. Correct.
Configuring backup retention settings is an essential part of the backup configuration process. It allows administrators to control how long backup files are retained.
- D. Correct.
The user account used for backups must have the necessary permissions to write to the specified backup location. Without proper permissions, the backup process will fail.
- E. Incorrect.
Manually copying files is not part of the file-based backup process. The built-in backup scheduler automates the backup operation.