VMware vSAN 8.x Administrator — Question 38
An architect was requested to recommend a solution for migrating 5000 VMs from an existing vSphere environment to a new VMware Cloud Foundation infrastructure.
Which feature or tool can be recommended by the architect to minimize the downtime and automate the process?
Answer options
- A. VMware HCX
- B. Cross vCenter vMotion
- C. VMware Converter
- D. vSphere vMotion
Correct answer: A
Explanation
VMware HCX is specifically designed for large-scale migrations and can significantly reduce downtime while automating the transfer process. Cross vCenter vMotion is limited to moving VMs across vCenters but doesn't provide the same level of automation for large migrations. VMware Converter is used for converting physical machines to virtual but is not optimal for large-scale migrations. vSphere vMotion allows for live migration of VMs but does not automate the entire process for thousands of VMs like HCX does.