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An administrator has been asked to create a dynamic backup job for all VMware VMs in the legal department that have a one-hour RPO. How can this be accomplished?
Suggested Answer: A
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37 comments · newest first
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Elke
11 months ago
Definitely A, dynamic backups need automation!
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Beckie
11 months ago
Surprised that D is even an option, manual edits are a hassle!
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Carmela
11 months ago
I think C could work, but scripting might be overkill.
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Lovetta
11 months ago
I disagree, modifying a CSV sounds more reliable.
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Brendan
12 months ago
Option A is the way to go, tags make it easy!
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Albert
12 months ago
I feel like option D is too manual; constantly editing the job as new VMs come in doesn't seem efficient for a one-hour RPO.
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Carri
12 months ago
I remember practicing with the REST API, so option C might be the right approach for dynamically scanning new VMs.
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Felix
1 year ago
I'm not entirely sure, but modifying a CSV file like in option B seems a bit outdated for dynamic backups.
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Naomi
1 year ago
I think option A sounds familiar; using vSphere tags could help automate the backup process for specific VMs.
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Pamella
1 year ago
I'm a little confused by the different options here. Creating a custom CSV file or manually editing the job as new VMs are deployed doesn't seem like the most efficient or dynamic approach. I think I'll focus on understanding how to leverage vSphere tags or the REST API for this type of scenario.
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Ligia
1 year ago
Option C looks promising - using a script to scan for new VMs and integrate them into the backup job automatically would be a great way to meet the RPO requirement. I'll make sure to research the REST API details before the exam.
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Sabine
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The question mentions a 1-hour RPO, so I'm wondering if options B or C might be better to ensure the backup job can adapt quickly to new VMs being deployed. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Beula
1 year ago
This seems like a straightforward question. I think option A is the way to go - using vSphere tags to create a dynamic backup job would be the most efficient approach.
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Omer
2 years ago
Option A all the way! Tagging VMs is the way of the future, and it ensures the backup job stays up-to-date without a lot of manual effort.
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Filiberto
2 years ago
User 3: I think using vSphere tags will make the backup job more efficient and accurate.
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Hillary
2 years ago
User 2: It's so much easier than manually editing the job every time a new VM is deployed.
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Corrinne
2 years ago
User 1: I agree, tagging VMs is definitely the way to go for dynamic backups.
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Tomoko
2 years ago
Haha, option D? Really? Manually editing a job as new VMs are deployed? That's like trying to catch a bus with your eyes closed.
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Lavonda
2 years ago
A: Definitely, manual editing is too risky and time-consuming.
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German
2 years ago
C: Yeah, option D sounds like a nightmare. Automating it with scripts is the way to go.
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Virgie
2 years ago
B: In Enterprise Manager, create a script using the REST API to run periodically to scan for new VMs that fit the criteria.
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Marla
2 years ago
A: Create a backup job based on vSphere tags.
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Naomi
2 years ago
That's a good point, option C would save time and ensure all VMs in the legal department are included in the backup job.
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Lajuana
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe option C is more efficient as it automates the process of scanning for new VMs that meet the criteria.
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Naomi
2 years ago
I think option A is the best choice because it allows for easy management of backup jobs based on vSphere tags.
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Clorinda
2 years ago
I don't know, option B with a custom CSV file seems a bit outdated. Isn't there a more modern way to handle this?
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Vicente
2 years ago
I agree, using the REST API sounds like a more modern and efficient way to handle dynamic backups.
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Herminia
2 years ago
C) In Enterprise Manager, create a script using the REST API to run periodically to scan for new VMs that fit the criteria.
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Jame
2 years ago
A) Create a backup job based on vSphere tags.
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Ma
2 years ago
I'd go with option C. Automating the process with a script that scans for new VMs is the most robust solution in my opinion.
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Nikita
2 years ago
Manually editing the job for new VMs would be too time-consuming and prone to errors.
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Justine
2 years ago
It's important to have a dynamic solution in place to adapt to any changes in the VM environment.
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Stephane
2 years ago
Creating a script using the REST API would definitely save time and ensure no VMs are missed.
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Meghan
2 years ago
I agree, option C seems like the most efficient way to ensure all VMs are included in the backup job.
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Leila
2 years ago
Option A sounds like the way to go. Using vSphere tags to create a dynamic backup job seems efficient and scalable.
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Deandrea
2 years ago
I agree. It would definitely make it easier to manage backups for new VMs in the legal department.
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Melynda
2 years ago
Option A sounds like the way to go. Using vSphere tags to create a dynamic backup job seems efficient and scalable.