Which two types of cloud accounts support IP address assignment in a network profile? (Choose
two.)
A, B
Explanation:
VMware Aria Automation 8.10 supports IP address assignment in network profiles for specific cloud
accounts, enabling automated and efficient network management across various cloud
environments. Among the cloud accounts that support this functionality are:
Microsoft Azure: VMware Aria Automation integrates with Azure to enable various network and IP
management features. With this integration, users can automate the assignment of IP addresses to
their resources within their Azure environment, leveraging the comprehensive network
management capabilities provided by Azure.
Amazon Web Services (AWS): Similarly, AWS is another major cloud provider supported by VMware
Aria Automation for IP address management. This allows users to manage their AWS resources'
networking configurations, including the automatic assignment of IP addresses within their defined
network profiles.
The inclusion of these two cloud platforms highlights VMware Aria Automation's capability to
manage multi-cloud environments effectively, ensuring that network configurations are handled
consistently across different cloud infrastructures.
Reference:
VMware Aria Automation Documentation(
VMware Docs
).
VMware Aria Automation November (8.10.2) Launch Update(
VMware Blogs
).
Which type of tag does VMware Aria Automation Assembler automatically apply during provisioning
to some deployments to support the analysis, monitoring, and grouping of deployed resources?
C
Explanation:
In VMware Aria Automation Assembler, tags are critical for managing, analyzing, monitoring, and
grouping deployed resources. Among the various types of tags, the standard tag is automatically
applied during the provisioning of some deployments. These standard tags are essential for
supporting the analysis, monitoring, and grouping of deployed resources.
Standard tags in VMware Aria Automation are system-generated and stored as custom properties.
They are used primarily for tracking and managing resources post-deployment. Unlike user-defined
tags, standard tags are automatically applied and are not used during the deployment configuration
to enforce constraints or capabilities. Instead, they facilitate operational functions such as
monitoring resource usage, ensuring compliance, and optimizing resource management.
Other types of tags, like constraint tags and capability tags, are user-defined and are crucial during
the deployment process for determining resource allocation and meeting specific requirements or
constraints. However, standard tags serve a distinct purpose by providing a consistent way to monitor
and group resources after they have been provisioned.
Reference
Using Automation Assembler project tags and custom properties
Tagging Design for VMware Aria Automation Assembler
How do I use tags to manage Cloud Assembly resources and deployments
Which VMware Aria Suite product helps an administrator understand the monetary impact of
deployments and manage costs in VMware Aria Automation?
B
Explanation:
VMware Aria Operations is the product within the VMware Aria Suite that assists administrators in
understanding the monetary impact of deployments and managing costs in VMware Aria
Automation. This product offers robust capabilities for capacity and cost management, performance
monitoring, and optimization across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
VMware Aria Operations provides detailed insights into cloud costs through features such as cost
dashboards, reporting, and capacity management. These tools help administrators track and analyze
infrastructure consumption, optimize resource usage, and perform chargeback and showback for
different departments or projects. This enables better financial control and ensures that cloud
resources are used efficiently and cost-effectively.
Reference:
VMware Aria Suite Editions and Products
VMware Aria Operations: Journey To Success
What are the two pre-requisites for the VMware Aria Automation onboarding plan to run
successfully?(Choose two.)
B E
Explanation:
For the VMware Aria Automation onboarding plan to run successfully, two critical pre-requisites
must be met:
Add the cloud account and create cloud zones for compute resources where machines to be
onboarded are located: This ensures that the necessary cloud infrastructure is available and properly
configured for onboarding. Cloud zones represent specific regions or sets of resources within the
cloud provider that will host the onboarded machines.
Create a project with at least one user and give the project access to the cloud zones: Projects in
VMware Aria Automation define boundaries for resource usage, permissions, and policies. By
assigning at least one user to the project and ensuring the project has access to the relevant cloud
zones, the onboarding process can allocate and manage resources as needed within the defined
scope.
These steps ensure that the infrastructure and permissions are correctly set up to support the
onboarding of virtual machines, providing a smooth and controlled process for integrating existing
resources into VMware Aria Automation.
Reference:
VMware Aria Automation Documentation
VMware Aria Suite Overview
An administrator configures a lease policy with the following settings:
• Maximum lease (days): 10
• Maximum total lease (days): 30
• Grace period (days): 5
If a user does not respond to any emails, after how many days will the deployment be destroyed?
D
Explanation:
In VMware Aria Automation, lease policies dictate how long a deployment remains active. The lease
policy consists of three primary parameters:
Maximum lease (days): 10 - This is the maximum number of days a deployment can stay active
before it must be renewed.
Maximum total lease (days): 30 - This is the cumulative maximum number of days a deployment can
be renewed to stay active.
Grace period (days): 5 - This is the number of additional days provided after the lease expires for the
user to take action before the deployment is destroyed.
With the above settings, the deployment will follow this timeline:
Initially, the deployment is active for the maximum lease period of 10 days.
After 10 days, if not renewed, the deployment enters the grace period.
During the grace period, which lasts for 5 days, the deployment remains active but is marked for
deletion.
If the user does not respond or renew the lease, the deployment is destroyed at the end of the grace
period.
Therefore, after the 30-day maximum total lease (10 days initially + maximum 20 days of renewals),
an additional 5-day grace period is provided. The total period before the deployment is destroyed is
35 days (30 days + 5 days).
Reference
VMware Aria Automation: Demystifying Lease Policy
VMware Aria Automation Lease Policies
Getting Started with Automation Assembler using the VMware Aria Automation Launchpad
Which two network types support the ability to deploy on-demand security groups? (Choose two.)
A, E
Explanation:
In VMware Aria Automation, certain network types support the ability to deploy on-demand security
groups. These include:
Routed Networks (A) - Routed networks, also known as routed network profiles, support the
deployment of on-demand networks and security groups. This type allows dynamic creation of
network segments with their own subnets, routers, and firewall rules.
Private Networks (E) - Private networks, while not publicly accessible, support on-demand security
groups for isolating and securing the deployed resources within the private network scope.
These network types facilitate enhanced security and flexibility, allowing administrators to enforce
network security policies dynamically as new workloads are deployed.
Reference
VMware Aria Automation: Network Profile Configuration
Using Network Profiles for On-demand Security Groups
Which deployment action is performed using the VMware Aria Easy Installer?
C
Explanation:
The VMware Aria Suite Easy Installer is a tool designed to streamline the installation process for
several VMware products, including VMware Aria Automation. Among its functions, it provides the
capability to register VMware Aria Automation with vCenter Single Sign-On (SSO). This integration is
essential for enabling centralized authentication and ensuring seamless interaction between
VMware Aria Automation and other VMware components within the vCenter infrastructure. The
Easy Installer automates and simplifies this registration process, reducing the manual steps required
and minimizing the risk of configuration errors.
Reference:
Installing VMware Aria Suite Lifecycle with Easy Installer for VMware Aria Automation and
Workspace ONE Access
Install VMware Aria Automation by using VMware Aria Suite Lifecycle Easy Installer
Which two actions can be performed against a VMware Aria Automation Assembler machine-based
deployment? (Choose two.)
A, B
Explanation:
VMware Aria Automation Assembler allows for various post-deployment management actions, often
referred to as "Day 2 operations." Among these actions, two significant ones that can be performed
on a machine-based deployment are resizing the deployment and powering off the deployment:
Resize the deployment: This action enables administrators to adjust the resource allocation of a
virtual machine, such as increasing or decreasing CPU, memory, or storage resources. This capability
is crucial for adapting to changing workload demands and optimizing performance and resource
utilization.
Power off the deployment: This action allows administrators to shut down a virtual machine safely. It
is a basic but essential operation for managing the state of virtual machines, facilitating
maintenance, and controlling resource usage.
These actions provide flexibility and control over the deployed infrastructure, allowing administrators
to manage and optimize their environments effectively.
Reference:
VMware Aria Automation: Nested OOTB Day 2 Actions with Resource Actions
VMware Aria Operations for Networks Deployment
An administrator must assign an existing role to a group of users who should be able to create
VMware Aria Automation templates.
Which role should be assigned following the least privilege rule?
C
Explanation:
In the context of VMware Aria Automation, adhering to the principle of least privilege means
granting users the minimum level of access necessary to perform their roles. For users who need to
create VMware Aria Automation templates, the appropriate role is the "VMware Aria Automation
Assembler User."
This role provides sufficient permissions to create and manage blueprints (templates) without
granting broader administrative rights that are unnecessary for their tasks. This ensures that users
have the capabilities they need while maintaining a secure and controlled environment.
Reference:
VMware Aria Automation Documentation
VMware Aria Suite Overview
An administrator is preparing to deploy only VMware Aria Automation using the clustered
deployment model.
Which three ports are required for the successful communication between VMware Aria Automation
components? (Choose three.)
C, D, F
Explanation:
For a clustered deployment of VMware Aria Automation, several key ports are essential for ensuring
proper communication between its components. The required ports are:
443 (HTTPS): This port is used for secure web traffic and is necessary for communication between
various components such as the VMware Identity Manager, VMware Aria Automation Appliance, and
VMware Aria Suite Lifecycle Appliance.
22 (SSH): This port is used for secure shell access, which is necessary for administrative tasks and
inter-node communication within the cluster.
8008 (Health Monitor): This port is used for health monitoring purposes to ensure the components
within the cluster are functioning correctly.
These ports are crucial for the proper functioning and management of the VMware Aria Automation
components in a clustered setup.
Reference
VMware Aria Automation Port Requirements
VMware Aria Automation 8.x Reference Architecture
Installing and Configuring VMware Aria Automation
What is the location of the VMware Aria Automation Orchestrator log files within the VMware Aria
Automation appliance?
D
Explanation:
VMware Technical Support routinely requests diagnostic information when you submit a support
request. This diagnostic information contains product-specific logs and configuration files from the
host on which the product runs.
Automation Orchestrator Appliancelogs are stored in the/data/vco/usr/lib/vco/app-
server/logs/directory. You export the logs of yourAutomation Orchestrator Appliancedeployment
by logging in to the appliance command line and running thevracli log-bundlecommand. The
generated log bundle is saved on the root folder of yourAutomation Orchestrator Appliance.
https://docs.vmware.com/en/VMware-Aria-Automation/8.17/Installing-Configuring-Automation-Orchestrator/GUID-0BA1B08B-7A94-45AD-ADFF-3440529E5F59.html#:~:text=Automation%20Orchestrator%20Appliance%20logs%20are,%2Dserver%
2Flogs%2F%20directory
.
Which three statements could an administrator use to describe how Stages and Tasks work within a
pipeline created within VMware Aria Automation Pipelines? (Choose three.)
A B, E, F
Explanation:
Within VMware Aria Automation Pipelines, Stages and Tasks are fundamental components that
define the workflow. Here’s how they function:
A Task can run either in parallel or sequentially to other Tasks within the same Stage (A): This
flexibility allows for efficient resource usage and optimization of deployment processes.
A Stage can run either in parallel or sequentially to other Stages within the same Pipeline (B): This
enables complex workflows to be broken down into manageable segments, which can be executed
based on dependencies or simultaneously if there are no interdependencies.
A Stage can have more than one Task (E): Each Stage can encapsulate multiple Tasks, allowing for
intricate workflows within a single Stage.
A Pipeline can have more than one Stage (F): A pipeline is typically composed of multiple stages,
each representing a different phase of the deployment process, such as development, testing, and
production.
These configurations provide significant flexibility and control over the deployment processes within
VMware Aria Automation Pipelines, facilitating sophisticated CI/CD workflows.
Reference
Using VMware Aria Automation Pipelines
VMware Aria Automation Pipelines User Guide
Which kub-ctl command should an administrator run to check VMware Aria Automation service pod
resource usage?
C
Explanation:
To check the resource usage (CPU and memory) of the VMware Aria Automation service pods, the
kubectl top pods command is used within the specific namespace. The top command provides a live
view of resource utilization for pods, showing the current CPU and memory consumption. By
specifying the namespace with -n prelude, this command targets the VMware Aria Automation pods
specifically.
This approach is efficient for monitoring and troubleshooting, as it provides immediate feedback on
resource usage, helping administrators manage and optimize their Kubernetes cluster's
performance.
Reference:
Stack Overflow: Check pod resources consumption
Kubernetes Documentation: Monitoring resources
Although an organization has sufficient capacity within the on-premises VMware SDDC, the CTO has
decided to evolve the public cloud strategy into a "Right Cloud First" strategy. To support this, the
administrator has suggested the use of VMware Aria Automation to provide a consistent portal with
a multi-cloud service catalog to enable the users to use self-service to deploy workloads into
different clouds. The administrator needs to configure cloud accounts for public clouds to support the
new strategy.
Which two of the public clouds are supported platforms? (Choose two.)
A, E
Explanation:
VMware Aria Automation supports multiple public cloud platforms for integration, allowing
administrators to create a consistent multi-cloud service catalog. Among the supported platforms
are:
Microsoft Azure: This integration enables administrators to manage and deploy workloads on Azure
using the VMware Aria Automation portal, taking advantage of Azure's extensive cloud services and
infrastructure.
Google Cloud Platform (GCP): Similarly, GCP integration allows users to deploy and manage their
resources on Google's cloud infrastructure through the same unified VMware Aria Automation
interface.
These integrations are crucial for organizations adopting a "Right Cloud First" strategy, providing
flexibility and consistency across different cloud environments.
Reference:
VMware Aria Automation Documentation
VMware Cloud Management Blog
Assuming no additional inputs have been added to the automation template and the custom form is
not enabled, which two fields are always flagged as mandatory when requesting a catalog item?
(Choose two.)
B, E
Explanation:
When requesting a catalog item in VMware Aria Automation, certain fields are mandatory to ensure
proper configuration and resource allocation. Even if no additional inputs have been added to the
automation template and the custom form is not enabled, the following fields are always required:
Project: This field specifies the project under which the deployment will be managed. It defines the
scope and access permissions for the resources being deployed.
Deployment name: This field provides a unique identifier for the deployment, allowing
administrators and users to easily manage and reference the specific deployment within the VMware
Aria Automation portal.
These mandatory fields ensure that the deployment is correctly associated with the appropriate
project and can be easily identified and managed.
Reference:
VMware Aria Automation Form Customization Guide
VMware Aria Automation User Guide