VMware vSphere 7.x Advanced Design (VCAP-DCV Design 2021) — Question 42

An architect is designing a new greenfield environment that will install ESXi on local disks. There is a requirement to streamline initial and future installations of
ESXi hosts.
Which configuration option should the architect recommend for installing ESXi hosts to meet these requirements?

Answer options

• A. Installation with kick start script
• B. Auto Deploy with stateless caching mode
• C. Manual installation using boot from SAN
• D. Auto Deploy with stateful install mode

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, Auto Deploy with stateful install mode, as it allows for easy management and updates of ESXi hosts while maintaining their configurations. Options A and B do not provide the same level of integration for ongoing management, and option C involves manual processes that can complicate future installations.