VMware vSphere 7.x Professional (VCP-DCV 2021) — Question 37

This error is generated when a vSphere administrator takes a VM snapshot:
An error occurred while taking a snapshot: Failed to quiesce the virtual machine
What should the administrator investigate to determine the cause of the failure?

Answer options

• A. Check if the virtual machine is already running on snapshots.
• B. Check if the virtual machine is in suspended state.
• C. Check if VMware Tools is installed on virtual machine.
• D. Check if the virtual machine has an ISO mounted.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because VMware Tools must be installed and running on the virtual machine to enable proper quiescing during snapshot operations. Options A and B do not directly relate to the ability to quiesce, and option D is irrelevant as the presence of an ISO does not impact the snapshot process.