2V0-21.23 Question 55
Single answerA company is planning to implement a new VMware vSphere environment. The administrator is tasked with choosing between VMware Standard Switches (VSS) and VMware Distributed Switches (VDS) for managing network traffic. The company requires centralized management of network configurations across multiple ESXi hosts and advanced networking features such as Load Balancing and Network I/O Control. Which switch should the administrator choose, and why?
- A
VMware Standard Switch (VSS), because it is easier to configure and deploy.
- B
VMware Standard Switch (VSS), because it supports advanced features like Network I/O Control and Load Balancing across multiple hosts.
- C
VMware Distributed Switch (VDS), because it allows centralized management and supports advanced features like Load Balancing and Network I/O Control.
- D
VMware Distributed Switch (VDS), because it is the only option for connecting virtual machines to physical networks.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
VMware Distributed Switch (VDS) is designed for environments that require centralized management and advanced network features across multiple ESXi hosts. Unlike VMware Standard Switch (VSS), which operates independently on each host, VDS simplifies network administration by centralizing configuration and offering advanced features like Network I/O Control and Load Balancing. This makes VDS the optimal choice for the company’s requirements.
- A. Incorrect.
VMware Standard Switch (VSS) is easier to configure and deploy on individual hosts, but it does not provide centralized management or advanced features like Load Balancing across multiple hosts.
- B. Incorrect.
VMware Standard Switch (VSS) does not support advanced features such as Network I/O Control or centralized management, making it unsuitable for the company’s requirements.
- C. Correct.
VMware Distributed Switch (VDS) is the correct choice because it allows centralized management of network configurations across multiple ESXi hosts and supports advanced features like Load Balancing and Network I/O Control, meeting the company’s requirements.
- D. Incorrect.
VMware Distributed Switch (VDS) is not the only option for connecting virtual machines to physical networks; VMware Standard Switch (VSS) can also achieve this. However, VDS provides advanced features and centralized management, which are critical in this scenario.