Discuss Nutanix NCP-DB Exam Topic 5 Question 48

For supported Linux based database VM's managed by NDB, how would an administrator keep software profiles updated for provisioning new database VMs?

ACreate a Maintenance window under the policy menu, then under Database VM, add the database VMs to that maintenance window and check both Database and Operating system updates.

BApply patches to a database VM for each supported database engine, then create a new software profile version for each supported database VM for each one using the updated database VM as the source.

CAssociate the newly provisioned database VMs with a maintenance window so they are keep updated.

DIn the Administrator menu drop down, go the Maintenance tab and choose Download Upgrade

Suggested Answer: B

For supported Linux-based database VMs managed by NDB, keeping software profiles updated for provisioning new database VMs requires a structured process. The administrator must first apply the necessary patches (e.g., OS updates and database engine patches) to an existing database VM for each supported database engine (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle). Then, a new software profile version must be created using the updated VM as the source. This new version captures the patched configuration and can be used to provision new VMs, ensuring they are deployed with the latest updates.

Option A (Create a Maintenance window under the policy menu, then under Database VM, add the database VMs to that maintenance window and check both Database and Operating system updates) is incorrect because a Maintenance Window schedules updates for existing VMs, not for updating software profiles for new provisions.

Option B (Apply patches to a database VM for each supported database engine, then create a new software profile version for each supported database VM for each one using the updated database VM as the source) is correct as it follows the standard NDB process for profile updates.

Option C (Associate the newly provisioned database VMs with a maintenance window so they are kept updated) is incorrect because this applies to ongoing maintenance, not initial profile updates for provisioning.

Option D (In the Administrator menu drop down, go the Maintenance tab and choose Download Upgrade) is incorrect because downloading upgrades is part of the patch process, not the profile creation step.

This method ensures new VMs are provisioned with the latest software configurations.

Nutanix Database Service (NDB) User Guide, Chapter 4: Managing Software Profiles, Section: Updating Software Profiles

Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) v6.5 Blueprint, Section 4: Manage Database Software Profiles

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17 comments · newest first

Lizette 23 days ago

Right! A is comprehensive and easy to manage.

Clare 28 days ago

Exactly! A covers both OS and database updates.

Devorah 1 month ago

D feels too basic. Upgrades should be planned, not just downloaded.

Ryann 1 month ago

C is a good choice too. Keeps everything updated automatically.

Talia 1 month ago

True, but B sounds time-consuming. A is more efficient.

Bronwyn 2 months ago

Option B seems more thorough though. New profiles for each engine.

Lizette 2 months ago

I agree, A makes sense for regular updates.

Clare 2 months ago

I think option A is the best. Maintenance windows are crucial.

Keva 2 months ago

I disagree, A is definitely the best option here.

Brent 2 months ago

Wait, D just downloads upgrades? That seems too easy!

Layla 2 months ago

C sounds too simple, not sure it covers everything.

Quentin 3 months ago

I think B is more reliable for version control.

Anissa 3 months ago

A is the way to go for scheduled updates.

Dierdre 3 months ago

I vaguely recall something about the Maintenance tab in option D, but I’m not confident that just downloading upgrades is enough for provisioning new VMs.

Lili 3 months ago

I’m a bit confused about option C; associating VMs with a maintenance window seems important, but does that really ensure they stay updated?

Hobert 3 months ago

I remember practicing a question similar to this, and I feel like option B might be the right choice since it mentions creating a new software profile version.

Willard 4 months ago

I think option A sounds familiar, but I'm not entirely sure if it covers all the necessary steps for keeping the software profiles updated.

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