VCP-VCF Administrator 2024 Question 21
Select 3You are preparing to deploy VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) on a new environment. Which of the following prerequisites must be validated before starting the deployment process?
- A
Ensure that all physical servers meet the VMware Compatibility Guide requirements.
- B
Verify that DNS and NTP services are configured and reachable.
- C
Confirm that the management network uses IPv6 addressing exclusively.
- D
Ensure that appropriate licenses for vSphere, NSX, and vSAN are available.
- E
Verify that the ESXi hosts have direct internet access for patching.
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Correct answers: A, B, D
Explanation
Before deploying VMware Cloud Foundation, administrators must ensure all prerequisites are validated, including server compatibility (VCG compliance), network services such as DNS and NTP being correctly configured, and availability of required licenses. These steps are critical to avoid deployment failures or operational issues. While IPv6 and direct internet access may be optional, they are not mandatory prerequisites.
- A. Correct.
Correct: VMware Cloud Foundation requires that all physical servers meet the VMware Compatibility Guide (VCG) to ensure compatibility with the software stack.
- B. Correct.
Correct: DNS and NTP are critical infrastructure services required for deploying and operating VCF components correctly.
- C. Incorrect.
Incorrect: VMware Cloud Foundation supports IPv4 addressing and does not require exclusive use of IPv6. Both IPv4 and IPv6 configurations are supported.
- D. Correct.
Correct: VMware Cloud Foundation requires appropriate licenses for vSphere, NSX, and vSAN to deploy and operate the infrastructure.
- E. Incorrect.
Incorrect: Direct internet access is not a prerequisite for ESXi hosts. Patching can be managed through other methods if internet access is unavailable.