Discuss Infoblox NIOS-DDI-Expert Exam Topic 2 Question 19

Which stage of a NIOS upgrade is generally expected to take the shortest time?

AUpload

BTest

CDistribute

DUpgrade

Suggested Answer: A

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NIOS upgrade stages (Grid > Upgrade):

A (Upload): Uploading the .upgrade file (e.g., 50-200 MB) to the GM is quick---seconds to minutes, depending on network speed. Shortest. Correct.

B (Test): Validates file integrity/compatibility---fast but longer than upload (e.g., 1-2 minutes). Incorrect.

C (Distribute): Sending the file to all members takes longer, proportional to Grid size/network (e.g., 5-15 minutes). Incorrect.

D (Upgrade): Rebooting and applying the update per member is the longest (e.g., 10-30 minutes total). Incorrect.

Practical Example: In an INE lab, upload takes 30s, while distribution and upgrade take 10+ minutes, testing Grid deployment timing.

12 comments · newest first

Evan 3 months ago

Distribution can be fast too, but Upload seems simplest. Less hassle!

Dalene 3 months ago

I disagree. Testing takes less time usually. Just need to check functionality.

Melita 3 months ago

I think the Upload stage is the quickest. Just a few files, right?

Mozell 3 months ago

Yeah, Upload is usually the fastest for sure!

Billye 3 months ago

C) Distribute usually takes longer than expected.

Gerri 4 months ago

Surprised that people think Upload is the shortest.

Skye 5 months ago

I disagree, B) Test can be pretty quick too!

Lauran 5 months ago

I think it's definitely A) Upload.

Twanna 6 months ago

I have a vague memory that Upload is the shortest, but I might be mixing it up with another topic we covered.

Wenona 6 months ago

I feel like the Test stage could take a while, but I can't recall if the Upgrade stage is shorter or not.

Lemuel 6 months ago

I remember a practice question where the Distribute stage was mentioned as taking longer, so maybe it's not that one.

Gail 6 months ago

I think the Upload stage is usually the quickest, but I'm not entirely sure.

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