2V0-21.23 Question 431
Select 4You are tasked with creating a VMware ESXi cluster image to ensure consistent configuration and patch levels across hosts in the cluster. Which of the following actions are required to successfully create and apply an ESXi cluster image?
- A
Add an ESXi base image to the cluster image specification.
- B
Include a desired state for firmware and drivers in the cluster image specification.
- C
Manually install the ESXi updates on each host before creating the cluster image.
- D
Apply the cluster image specification to the cluster using vSphere Lifecycle Manager (vLCM).
- E
Run a compliance check for the cluster after applying the image.
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Correct answers: A, B, D, E
Explanation
To create and apply a VMware ESXi cluster image, you must define an image specification that includes an ESXi base image, desired firmware and driver versions, and then apply it using vSphere Lifecycle Manager. Once applied, a compliance check validates that hosts comply with the cluster image. Manually installing updates is unnecessary as the lifecycle manager handles consistency and automation.
- A. Correct.
Correct: Adding an ESXi base image is required because it serves as the foundation for the cluster image and defines the ESXi version and build.
- B. Correct.
Correct: Including a desired state for firmware and drivers ensures that host hardware is compatible and consistent within the cluster.
- C. Incorrect.
Incorrect: Manually installing updates is not part of the cluster image creation process. The vSphere Lifecycle Manager automates updates and enforces compliance.
- D. Correct.
Correct: Applying the cluster image specification to the cluster using vSphere Lifecycle Manager is a necessary step to implement the desired state.
- E. Correct.
Correct: Running a compliance check ensures that the hosts in the cluster match the defined cluster image specification.