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What is the purpose of using an external SFTP server for SDDC Manager backups?

  • To provide better protection against failures. (correct)
  • To eliminate the need for manual backups.
  • To improve backup speed for large files.
  • To simplify backup management within SDDC Manager.

How frequently does NSX Manager back up each node of the NSX management cluster by default?

  • Every day
  • Every 15 minutes
  • Every week
  • Every hour (correct)

What is the first step in the NSX backup and restore process after powering off failed NSX Manager appliances?

  • Log into the NSX Manager UI.
  • Deploy a new NSX Manager appliance. (correct)
  • Select the desired backup to restore.
  • Configure the SFTP server details.

Which component is considered the 'brains of operation' in the SDDC Manager backup and restore process?

<p>SDDC Manager (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of taking a snapshot of the newly deployed SDDC Manager?

<p>It allows for easier restoration of the system. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the use of an external SFTP server provide in terms of backup protection?

<p>It decouples SDDC Manager backups from potential SDDC Manager failures. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step to complete the NSX Manager restoration after selecting the desired backup?

<p>Click on RESTORE to initiate the recovery. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the SDDC Manager backup and restore process, what should be done immediately after deploying a new SDDC Manager OVA?

<p>Take a snapshot of the newly deployed SDDC Manager. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What component is required to initiate the NSX backup process when protecting multiple nodes?

<p>SFTP server configuration settings. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action is NOT part of restoring an SDDC Manager backup?

<p>Manually initiating a backup from the NSX Manager UI. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of decoupling NSX backups from SDDC Manager backups?

<p>It prevents the SDDC Manager failures from affecting backups. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following steps is necessary to activate the new NSX Manager after replacing a failed appliance?

<p>Make the new NSX Manager Active in the NSX Manager UI. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be configured on the new NSX Manager appliance after deploying it?

<p>SFTP server details used by the previous node (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first action to perform after deploying a newly created SDDC Manager?

<p>Take a snapshot of the newly deployed SDDC Manager. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the frequency of default backups for each node in the NSX management cluster?

<p>Every hour (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for using an external SFTP server in the SDDC Manager backup and restore process?

<p>To prevent loss of backups during SDDC Manager failures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which step in the NSX backup process allows for backup configuration before restoration of the new NSX Manager?

<p>Navigating to the Backup &amp; Restore page (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken immediately after deploying a new SDDC Manager?

<p>Take a snapshot of the newly deployed SDDC Manager (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a default behavior of NSX Manager regarding backups?

<p>It inherits SFTP settings from SDDC Manager for backups. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component must be configured on the new NSX Manager after deployment?

<p>SFTP server details from the previous node (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of taking a snapshot of the newly deployed SDDC Manager?

<p>To secure the current state before performing restoration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the NSX backups in relation to the SDDC Manager backups?

<p>NSX backups inherit SFTP backup settings from SDDC Manager (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done first after deploying a new NSX Manager appliance?

<p>Log into the NSX Manager UI (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to power off any failed NSX Manager appliances before deploying a new one?

<p>To ensure only one active NSX Manager instance exists (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the first steps involved in restoring SDDC Manager backups?

<p>Deploy a new SDDC Manager OVA Management Cluster (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component plays a critical role in maintaining high availability in a management domain?

<p>Directory Services (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action is taken immediately after deploying the new NSX Manager appliance?

<p>Make the new NSX Manager active (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to SDDC Manager backups when the SDDC Manager fails?

<p>They are unaffected if stored on an external server (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the NSX Manager restore process, what does the user need to configure after deploying the new appliance?

<p>SFTP server details used by the previous node (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can backups be manually initiated from NSX Manager?

<p>Before any software updates or major configuration changes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial step after deploying a new NSX Manager appliance for restoration?

<p>Make the new NSX Manager Active (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is an external SFTP server crucial during the SDDC Manager backup process?

<p>It prevents data loss if the SDDC Manager fails (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which configuration step is NOT required when setting up the new NSX Manager after an appliance failure?

<p>Powering on the failed NSX Manager instance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is accurate regarding NSX Manager backup frequency?

<p>Backups are executed every hour by default (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of taking a snapshot after deploying a new SDDC Manager?

<p>It captures the initial state of the new deployment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which option must be appropriately configured in the NSX Manager after a new appliance is deployed?

<p>SFTP server details (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the external SFTP server play in the SDDC Manager backup strategy?

<p>It separates SDDC Manager backups from potential failures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT involved in initiating a manual NSX backup?

<p>Selecting the desired backup (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be performed before deploying a new NSX Manager appliance?

<p>Power off any failed NSX Manager appliances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to NSX backups if the SDDC Manager fails?

<p>NSX backups continue unaffected (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What step must be taken to ensure the SDDC Manager backup can be restored?

<p>Set up an external SFTP server (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to deploy a new NSX Manager appliance with the same IP and FQDN as the previous node?

<p>To simplify the backup restoration process (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for NSX backups inheriting SFTP settings from SDDC Manager?

<p>To ensure consistency in backup protocols (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the backup and restore process, which action follows configuring the SFTP server details on the new NSX Manager?

<p>Select the desired backup from the list (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic defines the default backup frequency of NSX Manager nodes?

<p>Hourly backups of each node (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action is NOT required when restoring the SDDC Manager backups?

<p>Configure VLAN settings (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What benefit does an external SFTP server provide during the backup process?

<p>It prevents SDDC Manager backups from being lost during failure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important initial step after deploying a new SDDC Manager OVA?

<p>Take a snapshot of the deployed SDDC Manager (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following a failure, how often does NSX Manager protect its nodes?

<p>Every hour (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done immediately after powering off any failed NSX Manager appliances?

<p>Deploy a new NSX Manager appliance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of decoupling NSX backups from SDDC Manager backups?

<p>It ensures failures of SDDC Manager do not affect NSX backups. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which step is essential after installing a new NSX Manager appliance?

<p>Set the new NSX Manager to Active status. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What occurs as a default behavior of the NSX Manager regarding backups?

<p>Backups of each node happen every hour. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required to restore the SDDC Manager backups successfully?

<p>Access to an external SFTP server. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant reason for using an external SFTP server in backup and restoration?

<p>To provide separate storage for backups, enhancing recovery options. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a step in initiating a restore of the SDDC Manager?

<p>Take a snapshot of the old manager. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the NSX backup process, which of the following is a critical configuration for restoration?

<p>SFTP server details used by the previous node. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action should be taken after deploying a new SDDC Manager OVA?

<p>Power it on and take a snapshot. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects the process when deploying a new NSX Manager?

<p>The same IP and FQDN as the previous node should be used. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it critical to power off any failed NSX Manager appliances before deploying a new one?

<p>To ensure no IP conflicts occur. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a prerequisite for restoring the SDDC Manager file-based backups?

<p>An external SFTP server (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What occurs immediately after deploying the new SDDC Manager OVA?

<p>Take a snapshot of the newly deployed SDDC Manager (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following must be configured on the NSX Manager after deploying a new appliance?

<p>The SFTP server details (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often does the NSX Manager back up each node of the NSX management cluster by default?

<p>Every hour (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential characteristic of the NSX backups in relation to SDDC Manager backups?

<p>They inherit the SFTP backup settings from SDDC Manager. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the NSX Manager restore process, what must be done after making the new NSX Manager active?

<p>Configure the SFTP server details from the previous node (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be done first when restoring SDDC Manager backups?

<p>Use the vSphere Client to deploy a new SDDC Manager OVA. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After powering off the failed NSX Manager appliances, what is the next step in the NSX backup and restore process?

<p>Deploy a new NSX Manager appliance using the same IP and FQDN as the previous node. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of using an external SFTP server for SDDC Manager backups?

<p>It enhances protection against failures by decoupling backup processes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

NSX Manager can back up each node of the management cluster every 30 minutes by default.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be taken immediately after deploying a new SDDC Manager?

<p>A snapshot of the newly deployed SDDC Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

NSX backups inherit the SFTP backup settings from __________.

<p>SDDC Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following actions with their respective processes:

<p>Take a snapshot = After deploying a new SDDC Manager Configure SFTP server details = For a newly deployed NSX Manager Deploy a new appliance = After powering off a failed NSX Manager Use CLI to restore backup = After powering on SDDC Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

SDDC Manager Backup Prerequisite

An external SFTP server is needed to restore SDDC Manager backups.

NSX Backup Inheritance

NSX backups inherit SFTP settings from SDDC Manager.

SDDC Manager Backup Restore Step 1

Deploy a new SDDC Manager OVA Management Cluster using vSphere Client.

NSX Backup Frequency

NSX Manager backs up each node hourly.

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NSX Manager Restore Active

Make the newly deployed NSX Manager active.

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SDDC Manager Backup Decoupling

SDDC Manager backups should be stored on an external SFTP server to isolate them from potential failures on the SDDC Manager itself, ensuring data preservation even when the Manager is down.

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Restoring SDDC Manager Backups

To restore a backup of SDDC Manager, deploy a new SDDC Manager OVA Management Cluster, take a snapshot, power it on, and then use the CLI to restore the backup to the new VM.

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NSX Manager Backup Frequency

NSX Manager automatically performs backups of each node in its management cluster every hour by default, ensuring frequent snapshots of configuration and data.

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NSX Manager Restore Steps

When restoring NSX Manager, power off failed appliances, deploy a new one with the same IP and FQDN, log in, make it active, configure the SFTP server details, select the desired backup, and click Restore.

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SDDC Manager Backup Requirement

An external SFTP server is essential for restoring SDDC Manager backups.

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SDDC Manager Backup Restoration: Step 1

Begin by deploying a new SDDC Manager OVA Management Cluster using the vSphere Client.

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NSX Manager Restoration: Active Node

After deploying a new NSX Manager node, make it active to start using it.

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Why External SFTP for SDDC Manager Backups?

Using an external SFTP server isolates SDDC Manager backups from potential failures on the SDDC Manager itself. This ensures data preservation even if the SDDC Manager crashes.

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SDDC Manager Backup Restoration Step 2 & 3

After deploying a new SDDC Manager, take a snapshot of it, then power it on. This creates a point-in-time backup for the fresh SDDC Manager.

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SDDC Manager Restore Using CLI

To restore the SDDC Manager backup, use the command-line interface (CLI) to apply the backup to the newly deployed and powered-on SDDC Manager VM.

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How many NSX Manager Nodes need backup?

Typically, an NSX management cluster has 3 nodes. Each node requires a separate backup, ensuring redundancy and protection.

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NSX Manager Backup Trigger

Manually initiate NSX Manager backups, especially when major configuration changes are made. This ensures a snapshot of the updated system is created.

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Why External SFTP for SDDC Manager?

Storing SDDC Manager backups on an external SFTP server ensures data integrity even if the SDDC Manager itself fails. This separation prevents data loss.

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NSX Manager Restore: Active Node

After deploying a new NSX Manager node, make it active for it to start functioning.

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SDDC Manager Backup Restore: Using CLI

To restore an SDDC Manager backup, use the command-line interface (CLI) to apply the backup data to the newly deployed and powered-on SDDC Manager.

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NSX Manager Backup Inheritance

NSX backups inherit the SFTP backup settings from SDDC Manager. This means they'll use the same external SFTP server for backup storage.

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NSX Backup Trigger

Manually initiate an NSX Manager backup, especially when major configuration changes are made, to ensure a snapshot of the updated system is created.

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NSX Manager Restoration Steps

When restoring NSX Manager, power off the failed appliances, deploy a new one with the same IP and FQDN, log in, make it active, configure the SFTP server details, select the desired backup, and click Restore.

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How many NSX nodes need backup?

Typically, an NSX management cluster has 3 nodes. Each node requires a separate backup.

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What is the role of an SFTP server in SDDC Manager backup?

An external SFTP server acts as a secure off-site storage location for SDDC Manager backups, protecting them from potential failures on the SDDC Manager itself.

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Why is SDDC Manager backup decoupled from NSX backup?

Decoupling SDDC Manager backups from NSX backups ensures that SDDC Manager backups remain intact even if the SDDC Manager fails, preventing data loss.

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SDDC Manager Restore Steps

To restore SDDC Manager, deploy a new OVA Management Cluster, take a snapshot, power it on, and use the CLI to restore the backup onto the new VM.

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Study Notes

Management Domain Components

  • VMware Cloud Foundation supports Active Directory (AD) and OpenLDAP for identity sources. At least two domain controllers are needed for directory service availability, in different physical locations.
  • DNS servers must be highly available. Failure in name resolution prevents VMware Cloud Foundation components from communicating and hinders workload domain creation/operation.
  • NTP (Network Time Protocol) is critical for authentication, especially for vCenter Single Sign-On which is time-sensitive. Multiple NTP servers provide redundancy against drift or outages for accurate time synchronization.
  • VMware Cloud Foundation uses static IP pools or DHCP to provision IP addresses for NSX tunnel endpoints on ESXi hosts. DHCP servers are required on the VLAN assigned to tunnel endpoints to reassign IP addresses to VMkernel ports when ESXi hosts are rebooted.
  • Certificate Authority (CA) is required for replacing VMCA-signed certificates during setup.

SDDC Manager Backup and Restore

  • Maintain up-to-date SDDC Manager backups to ensure consistency with the current VCF state.
  • Consider using SFTP for backup locations as external alternatives to the built-in SFTP server. This approach improves protection against failures by decoupling the backup operation from the SDDC Manager.
  • Configure hourly or weekly automatic backups; schedule backups depending on the frequency of environment changes. Unscheduled backups are available for significant environmental changes to avoid data loss.

NSX Backup and Restore

  • NSX Manager backups occur every hour for each node in the management cluster by default or manually.
  • Backups can be initiated from the NSX Manager UI.
  • NSX Manager backups inherit the SFTP settings from the SDDC Manager.

Native vSphere Availability Options

  • vCenter deploys the management domain with vSphere HA configured using best practices; this includes host failure response, host isolation, and datastore configurations. The datastore with permanent device loss and paths down should be disabled.
  • Powering off versus shutting down VMs is different.
  • Hosts can be configured for a tolerance in admission control settings depending on the size and needs of the deployments. Adjustments to Performance degradation tolerances may be required if adding more hosts.
  • vSphere HA restarts VMs if hosts fail and contributes to service availability for most issues. VMware tools are monitored.
  • vSphere HA resets the VM if VMware tools heartbeats fail for over 50 seconds to restore services.

vSphere Distributed Switch Backup and Restore

  • Export the vSphere Distributed Switch (VDS) configuration whenever changes are made. Exporting ensures that VDS configurations are restored if vCenter fails.
  • Keeping a separate backup of the VDS configuration is best practice.

Additional Considerations

  • An external SFTP server is considered a best practice because it decouples the NSX backups from the SDDC Manager backups, maintaining protection even if SDDC Manager fails.
  • Critical infrastructure components like NTP, DNS, and Active Directory (AD) must be configured correctly for proper VMware Cloud Foundation operation.

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