2V0-21.23 Question 270
Select 3An administrator is setting up a new VMware ESXi host and wants to ensure that the host is ready for production workloads. They need to configure the management network, enable Secure Shell (SSH) for troubleshooting, and apply a custom security profile. Which of the following steps must the administrator perform to properly configure the ESXi host?
- A
Configure a static IP address for the management network via the DCUI.
- B
Enable SSH service via the ESXi Host Client or DCUI.
- C
Configure the ESXi host to use DHCP for the management network.
- D
Apply the custom security profile using the Host Profile or security settings in the ESXi Host Client.
- E
Join the ESXi host to the vCenter Server before configuring the management network.
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Correct answers: A, B, D
Explanation
To properly configure an ESXi host for production, it is important to configure a static IP for the management network, enable SSH for troubleshooting (if needed), and apply a custom security profile. These steps ensure the host is accessible and compliant with organizational security standards. Using DHCP for the management network and joining the host to the vCenter Server before configuring the management network are not recommended or necessary steps in this scenario.
- A. Correct.
Configuring a static IP address for the management network is a best practice for production environments to ensure stability and accessibility of the ESXi host.
- B. Correct.
Enabling SSH allows administrators to troubleshoot the host when necessary. However, it should be done carefully and disabled when not in use for security reasons.
- C. Incorrect.
Using DHCP for the management network is not recommended in production environments as it could lead to IP changes that disrupt host accessibility.
- D. Correct.
Applying a custom security profile ensures that the ESXi host complies with the organization's security policies. This can be done using Host Profiles or the security settings in the ESXi Host Client.
- E. Incorrect.
Joining the ESXi host to the vCenter Server is not a prerequisite to configuring the management network. The management network configuration must be completed first to ensure connectivity to the vCenter Server.