Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP) — Question 106

Which set of steps should be used to stop the cluster in Nutanix operations?

Answer options

• A. 1. Shut down Nutanix Controller VMs. 2. Log on to a running Controller VM in the cluster with SSH. 3. Stop the Nutanix cluster.
• B. 1. Log on to a running Controller VM in the cluster with SSH. 2. Shut down all other Controller VMs. 3. Stop the Nutanix clusters.
• C. 1. Shut down all Guest VMs. 2. Log on to a running Controller VM in the cluster with SSH. 3. Stop the Nutanix cluster.
• D. 1. Shut down Nutanix CVMs and Guest VMs. 2. Log on to a running Controller VM in the cluster with SSH. 3. Stop the Nutanix cluster.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because shutting down all Guest VMs is a necessary first step before stopping the Nutanix cluster to ensure data integrity and prevent service disruption. Options A and D incorrectly prioritize shutting down the Controller VMs or include unnecessary steps, while option B fails to address the Guest VMs, which must be powered down first.