An administrator is deploying an NC2 cluster in Azure and observes on NC2 console that nodes will
not progress and continue in a Booting state.
What is the most likely cause for the node not continuing to deploy?
C
Explanation:
Azure Subscription Validation: When deploying an NC2 cluster, the Azure subscription must be
validated and allowlisted by Microsoft. This is a crucial step to ensure that the necessary permissions
and configurations are set up for the deployment.
Booting State Issue: If the nodes are stuck in the Booting state, it often indicates that the subscription
has not been properly validated and allowlisted. This prevents the deployment from progressing as
required resources and permissions are not fully accessible.
Checking Allowlisting Status: Administrators should verify that their subscription has been
allowlisted by contacting Azure support or checking the status through the Azure portal.
Resolution: Once the subscription is validated and allowlisted by Microsoft, the deployment should
proceed without the nodes getting stuck in the Booting state.
Reference:
Nutanix NC2 on Azure Documentation
Azure Subscription Management
An administrator has been tasked with scoping an NC2 on Azure deployment. One of the
requirements is to ensure that the bare metal instance will support up to 20 TB of storage capacity.
Which bare metal instance should the administrator choose?
B
Explanation:
Storage Capacity Requirement: The requirement specifies that the bare metal instance must support
up to 20 TB of storage capacity.
Instance Selection: Among the provided options, the AN36P instance is designed to support higher
storage capacities and performance needs.
AN36P Capabilities: The AN36P instance is optimized for storage-intensive applications and provides
the necessary hardware specifications to handle up to 20 TB of storage.
Comparison with Other Instances:
ND96asr: Typically optimized for GPU workloads rather than storage.
AN36: May not meet the 20 TB storage requirement.
HB176rs: Geared towards high-performance computing rather than large storage capacities.
Conclusion: Based on the requirements and instance specifications, AN36P is the most suitable
choice for supporting up to 20 TB of storage.
Reference:
Nutanix NC2 Instance Types
Azure Virtual Machine Sizes
Which address must Azure Directory Service be able to resolve when deploying a new NC2 cluster?
C
Explanation:
Azure Directory Service Role: Azure Directory Service must be able to resolve specific Nutanix URLs to
ensure proper communication and functionality during the deployment of an NC2 cluster.
Critical Endpoint: The address "Gateway-external-api.cloud.nutanix.com" is critical for establishing
external API communications required for the deployment and management of the NC2 cluster.
DNS Resolution: Proper DNS resolution of this address ensures that the Azure Directory Service can
interact with Nutanix services and APIs necessary for cluster operations.
Verification Process:
Ensure that DNS settings allow resolution of "Gateway-external-api.cloud.nutanix.com".
Test connectivity and resolution prior to deployment to avoid issues.
Importance: Without resolving this address, the deployment process might face connectivity issues,
leading to potential deployment failures.
Reference:
Nutanix NC2 on Azure Setup Guide
Azure Active Directory Integration
An administrator needs the permission to create and manage multiple organizations and clusters in
NC2, as well as manage user access for the entire company.
What role should be assigned to meet the minimum requirements of this task?
A
Explanation:
Role Requirements: The task involves creating and managing multiple organizations and clusters,
along with managing user access across the company.
Role Capabilities: The "Customer Administrator" role is designed to provide extensive administrative
capabilities, including:
Creating and managing organizations.
Managing clusters.
Handling user access and permissions.
Comparison of Roles:
Cluster Administrator: Primarily focuses on managing individual clusters but does not encompass
organization-wide administrative tasks.
Customer Security Administrator: Focuses on security-related tasks and does not have broad
administrative capabilities across organizations and clusters.
Organization Administrator: Manages organizational settings but might not cover all aspects needed
for multiple clusters and user access management.
Conclusion: The "Customer Administrator" role meets all the requirements for managing
organizations, clusters, and user access comprehensively.
Reference:
Nutanix Role-Based Access Control Documentation
NC2 on Azure User Roles Guide
An administrator needs to configure the correct outbound requirement for a successful cluster
deployment in Azure.
Which destination must have an outbound rule to meet this requirement?
B
Explanation:
Outbound Rule Necessity: For successful cluster deployment, certain outbound connections must be
allowed to ensure proper download and configuration of resources.
Critical Destination: "
Https://downloads.cloud.nutanix.com/
*" is a critical endpoint from which the
Nutanix software and updates are downloaded during the cluster deployment process.
Functionality: Ensuring an outbound rule for this destination allows the deployment to fetch
necessary files and updates, enabling smooth cluster setup and operation.
Other Destinations:
Https://portal.nutanix.com/
: Used for accessing the Nutanix portal, not directly related to
deployment downloads.
Https://support.nutanix.com/
: Used for support-related tasks, not for deployment-specific
downloads.
https://nutanix.dev/
: Related to development and API documentation, not necessary for initial
deployment.
Conclusion: Outbound connectivity to "
Https://downloads.cloud.nutanix.com/
*" is essential for
downloading deployment resources.
Reference:
Nutanix NC2 on Azure Network Configuration Guide
Azure Network Security Documentation
An administrator has been asked to create a cluster to support new workloads.
What are the maximum number of nodes supported in an NC2 on Azure environment?
B
Explanation:
NC2 Cluster Node Limit: NC2 on Azure has specific limitations regarding the maximum number of
nodes supported in a single cluster.
Maximum Nodes: According to the current NC2 on Azure guidelines, a single cluster can support up
to 18 nodes.
Workload Support: This limitation ensures optimal performance and management of resources
within the Azure environment.
Comparison of Options:
14 nodes: Less than the maximum supported.
24 nodes and 28 nodes: Exceed the maximum supported, potentially leading to performance and
management issues.
Conclusion: For supporting new workloads, the maximum number of nodes in an NC2 on Azure
environment is 18.
Reference:
Nutanix Clusters on Azure Technical Specifications
Azure Virtual Machine Scale Sets Documentation
A company is extending a subnet from their on-premises environment to an NC2 cluster on Azure.
The company is considering using either a Virtual Tunnel End Point (VTEP) or a layer 2 subnet
Extension over VPN.
In which two scenarios would it be advantageous to use VTEP for this requirement? (Choose two.)
AD
Explanation:
Scenario Analysis:
A . Connectivity between sites already provides encryption: Using VTEP in this scenario is
advantageous because VTEP does not inherently provide encryption. If encryption is already
provided, VTEP can be effectively used without additional security concerns.
D . Multiple remote Availability Zones exist to add to the same VTEP-based extended Layer 2 subnet:
VTEP is well-suited for scenarios where multiple remote Availability Zones need to be connected to
the same extended Layer 2 subnet. This allows for efficient management and seamless connectivity
across different zones.
Scenarios B and C:
B . Only one remote Availability Zone exists that needs the subnet extended: This scenario does not
leverage the strengths of VTEP, as it is better suited for multiple zones.
C . Connectivity between sites already does not provide encryption: Using VTEP without existing
encryption is not ideal as VTEP itself does not encrypt the traffic.
Conclusion: VTEP is advantageous when encryption is already in place and when multiple remote
zones need to be connected to the same extended subnet.
Reference:
Nutanix NC2 Networking Guide
Azure Networking Documentation
An administrator is tasked with preparing the company's Azure subscription for use with NCZ.
Which two Azure Resource Providers need to be registered? (Choose two.)
BC
Explanation:
Azure Resource Providers: To prepare an Azure subscription for NC2, specific resource providers must
be registered to enable necessary services and resources.
Required Providers:
Microsoft.Network: This provider is essential for networking functionalities, including virtual
networks, subnets, and other network resources necessary for NC2 deployment.
Microsoft.Nutanix: This provider is specifically required for integrating and managing Nutanix
resources within the Azure environment.
Other Providers:
Microsoft.HybridNetwork and Microsoft.HybridCompute: These are not specifically required for NC2
but might be relevant for other hybrid or extended network configurations.
Conclusion: Registering both "Microsoft.Network" and "Microsoft.Nutanix" ensures that all necessary
network and Nutanix-specific resources are available for NC2 deployment.
Reference:
Azure Resource Providers Documentation
Nutanix on Azure Setup Guide
An administrator has been tasked with ensuring NC2 VMs are able to access Azure and on-premises
resources. The NC2 VM traffic must not traverse the internet.
How can the administrator achieve this?
C
Explanation:
Requirement Analysis: The NC2 VMs need to access Azure and on-premises resources without
traversing the internet, ensuring secure and direct connectivity.
Solution Options:
SSH Connection: Suitable for individual remote access, not for full VM connectivity to Azure and on-
premises resources.
Interface Endpoint: Facilitates private connectivity to specific Azure services, but not comprehensive
for all resources.
ExpressRoute: Provides private, dedicated connectivity between Azure and on-premises
environments. This ensures that traffic does not traverse the public internet, meeting the security
and performance requirements.
Site-to-Site VPN: Provides secure connectivity but can involve traversing the internet, which is
against the requirements.
Conclusion: ExpressRoute is the optimal solution as it offers a private connection that does not
involve internet traversal, ensuring secure and efficient access to both Azure and on-premises
resources.
Reference:
Azure ExpressRoute Documentation
Nutanix Clusters on Azure Networking Guide
An administrator is trying to determine which type of DNS server to deploy for a networking
infrastructure in Azure.
Which DNS server option would require either VPN or ExpressRoute connectivity?
C
Explanation:
DNS Server Options:
Cloudflare: A public DNS service that operates over the internet.
Azure: Azure DNS operates within the Azure cloud and does not require VPN or ExpressRoute for
connectivity within Azure.
On-premises: Requires a secure connection, such as VPN or ExpressRoute, to be accessible from
Azure, as it resides outside the Azure cloud.
Google: Another public DNS service accessible over the internet.
Connectivity Requirements:
On-premises DNS: To integrate on-premises DNS with Azure, secure connectivity (VPN or
ExpressRoute) is necessary to ensure seamless and secure communication between the on-premises
infrastructure and Azure resources.
Conclusion: An on-premises DNS server would require VPN or ExpressRoute connectivity to be
accessible and integrated with the Azure environment.
Reference:
Azure DNS Overview
VPN Gateway Configuration
ExpressRoute Overview
A nutanix user VPC called servers has three subnets called Tier1, tier2 and Darren-Tier3.
* Servers:10.0.0.0/16
* Tier1: 10.0.0.0/16
* Tier2: 10.0.0.0.128/25
* Darren-Tier3:10.0.4.0/24
An administrator wants to keep Darren-Tier3 isolated and not receive any outside traffic.
In order properly route for Tier1 and Tier2 coming from native subnets for Azure, what should the
ERP be set to?
D
Explanation:
ERP Configuration: ERP (External Route Prefix) settings determine how traffic is routed between
subnets and VPCs.
Objective: The goal is to isolate Darren-Tier3 while ensuring proper routing for Tier1 and Tier2.
Transit VPC ERP: Setting it to 10.0.0.0/16 ensures that it covers the entire VPC range, allowing traffic
within Tier1 and Tier2.
Servers ERP: Setting it to 10.0.4.0/24 ensures isolation for Darren-Tier3 by limiting traffic to that
specific subnet and preventing external traffic from reaching it.
Conclusion: This configuration achieves the isolation of Darren-Tier3 while allowing proper routing
for Tier1 and Tier2.
Reference:
Nutanix Networking Documentation
Azure Virtual Network Documentation
An administrator is planning to expand an NC2 on Azure cluster.
Which statement is true regarding prerequisites for expanding the cluster?
C
Explanation:
Cluster State Requirement: To expand a cluster, it must be operational and in a connected state to
ensure seamless integration of additional nodes.
Cluster Stopped State: If the cluster is stopped, it cannot perform expansion operations.
Minimum Nodes Requirement: There is no minimum node count prerequisite for expanding the
cluster as long as the cluster is connected.
Cluster Connected State: Ensuring the cluster is connected verifies that it is operational and can
communicate with additional nodes being added.
Conclusion: The cluster must be in a Cluster Connected state to expand successfully.
Reference:
Nutanix Clusters Expansion Guide
Azure NC2 Configuration Documentation
A company has just adopted Nutanix as their technology of choice and is preparing to deploy Nutanix
Cloud Clusters (NC@)
Which step must be taken first to gain access to the NC2 console?
C
Explanation:
Initial Access: To gain access to the NC2 console, users need to create an account on the Nutanix
platform.
My Nutanix Account: Creating a My Nutanix account provides access to the Nutanix console, support,
and other resources.
Free Trial and Billing Portal: Starting a free trial or accessing the billing portal can be subsequent
steps but require an initial account.
Support Case: Opening a support case is not necessary for initial access but might be needed for
specific issues later.
Conclusion: Creating a My Nutanix account is the first step to accessing the NC2 console and other
Nutanix services.
Reference:
Nutanix Account Creation Guide
Getting Started with Nutanix NC2
Which service enables the monitoring of key metrics on various Azure services, including virtual
networks, virtual machines, and bare metal hosts for an NC2 cluster?
A
Explanation:
Azure Monitor Overview: Azure Monitor is a comprehensive monitoring service that collects,
analyzes, and acts on telemetry data from Azure resources.
Key Metrics Monitoring: Azure Monitor enables the monitoring of various Azure services such as
virtual networks, virtual machines, and bare metal hosts, providing insights and visibility into their
performance and health.
Comparison of Services:
Resource Manager: Manages Azure resources but does not provide detailed monitoring capabilities.
Azure Service Health: Provides personalized alerts and guidance when Azure service issues affect you
but is not a comprehensive monitoring solution.
Azure Network Watcher: Focuses on network performance monitoring and diagnostics but does not
cover all resource types.
Conclusion: Azure Monitor is the most suitable service for monitoring key metrics across a wide
range of Azure services.
Reference:
Azure Monitor Documentation
Nutanix NC2 on Azure Monitoring Guide
An administrator wants to ensure that enough available bandwidth exits for workloads running in an
NC2 on Azure cluster environment.
What is the highest number of Flew Gateway VMs that can be deployed within this environment?
D
Explanation:
Flow Gateway VMs: Flow Gateway VMs are used to manage and route network traffic within an NC2
on Azure cluster, ensuring sufficient bandwidth for workloads.
Scalability: To ensure enough available bandwidth, multiple Flow Gateway VMs can be deployed.
Maximum Limit: The highest number of Flow Gateway VMs that can be deployed within an NC2 on
Azure environment is 6, providing the necessary capacity to handle high traffic volumes and ensure
optimal performance.
Conclusion: Deploying up to 6 Flow Gateway VMs ensures adequate bandwidth for NC2 workloads.
Reference:
Nutanix Clusters Networking Guide
Azure Network Performance Documentation