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NEW QUESTION # 12
A user wants to apply the latest OS security patches on a Windows server.
How should the user accomplish this task?
- A. Create and apply a Maintenance Plan in NDB.
- B. Update the database.
- C. Use update functionality directly on the VM
- D. Reboot the system.
Answer: A
Explanation:
To apply the latest OS security patches on a Windows server managed by NDB, the user should create and apply a Maintenance Plan within the NDB interface. NDB provides a Maintenance Plan feature that allows administrators to schedule and automate OS patching for database server VMs, ensuring patches are applied in a controlled manner without disrupting database operations. This includes validating the patch process, rolling back if needed, and maintaining compliance with security standards. The plan can be configured to target the specific Windows server and include the latest security updates from Microsoft.
Other options are incorrect or insufficient:
* A. Reboot the system: A reboot alone does not apply patches; it may only activate previously installed updates.
* C. Update the database: This focuses on database software, not OS security patches.
* D. Use update functionality directly on the VM: Manual updates bypass NDB's control, risking inconsistency and potential downtime without proper validation.
Thus, the verified answer is B, leveraging NDB's centralized maintenance capabilities.
Official Nutanix Database Automation References
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA) course, Module 6: Maintenance and Patching, Lesson 6.3: Creating Maintenance Plans.
* Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) v6.5 Knowledge Objectives, Section
6: Optimize NDB Solutions, Objective 6.3: Manage Maintenance Plans (applicable to v6.10).
* Nutanix NDB Administration Guide: "Maintenance Plans for OS Patching" section.
NEW QUESTION # 13
What feature of Era allows an administrator to create Time Machine policies in a Multi-Cluster configuration?
- A. Data Access Management
- B. Global Data Protection
- C. Time Machine Cloud Orchestration
- D. Global Service Level Agreement
Answer: D
Explanation:
The Global Service Level Agreement (SLA) feature of Era allows an administrator to create Time Machine policies in a Multi-Cluster configuration1. This feature provides a unified way to manage and enforce backup and replication policies across multiple clusters, ensuring consistent data protection and recovery across the entire environment1.
NEW QUESTION # 14
An administrator is initially setting up Time Machine for a newly-provisioned database. What is the maximum number of snapshots per day that can be configured in the GUI?
- A. 0
- B. 1
- C. 2
- D. 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
When setting up a Time Machine for a newly-provisioned database in NDB, the GUI allows the administrator to configure the frequency of snapshots for data protection. The maximum number of snapshots per day that can be configured in the NDB GUI is 6. This limit ensures a balance between data granularity (for point-in- time recovery) and storage overhead, preventing excessive resource consumption. The administrator can schedule these snapshots at regular intervals (e.g., every 4 hours) within the Time Machine configuration wizard.
Other options are incorrect based on NDB's design:
* A. 4: This is below the maximum supported limit.
* C. 8: Exceeds the GUI-configurable maximum.
* D. 12: Far exceeds the limit, suggesting manual or unsupported customization.
Thus, the verified answer is B, aligning with NDB's snapshot scheduling constraints.
Official Nutanix Database Automation References
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA) course, Module 5: Data Protection and Recovery, Lesson 5.1: Configuring Time Machine.
* Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) v6.5 Knowledge Objectives, Section
5: Protect Databases Using NDB, Objective 5.1: Configure Time Machine Settings (applicable to v6.
10).
* Nutanix NDB Administration Guide: "Time Machine Snapshot Scheduling" section.
NEW QUESTION # 15
What severity level are alert policies set to for ND8?
- A. Warning
- B. Info
- C. Error
- D. Critical
Answer: C
Explanation:
In Nutanix Database Service (NDB), alert policies are configured to notify administrators of significant events affecting database operations. The default severity level for NDB alert policies is set to Error. This level indicates issues that require attention, such as failed operations (e.g., provisioning failures, as shown in the exhibit), connectivity issues, or other critical operational problems. Other severity levels like Info, Critical, and Warning may be used for different scenarios, but the base configuration for NDB alert policies starts at Error to ensure administrators are alerted to actionable issues without being overwhelmed by less severe notifications.
Official Nutanix Database Automation References
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA) course, Module 6: Monitoring and Alerts, Lesson 6.1: Configuring Alert Policies.
* Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) v6.5 Knowledge Objectives, Section
6: Optimize NDB Solutions, Objective 6.2: Manage Alerts (applicable to v6.10).
* Nutanix NDB Administration Guide: "Alert Policies and Severity Levels" section.
NEW QUESTION # 16
Which two network prerequisites are required to deploy an Era instance in production? (Choose two.)
- A. A storage container must be available es a prerequisite.
- B. NTP, DNS servers, gateway, and subnet mask must be available and visible to Ere,
- C. One static IP address must be available and changed using CLI after VM deployment.
- D. An SMTP server and details must be provided for notifications.
Answer: B,C
Explanation:
* Option A: Nutanix Era requires network prerequisites like NTP, DNS servers, gateway, and subnet mask to be available and visible. These are essential for the proper functioning of the Era instance1.
* Option B: One static IP address must be available and can be changed using CLI after VM deployment. This is necessary for the Era VM to communicate with other components in the network1.
* Option C: While a storage container is necessary for Nutanix infrastructure, it is not a network prerequisite specifically for deploying an Era instance.
* Option D: An SMTP server and details are typically used for sending notifications, but they are not a network prerequisite for deploying an Era instance. They are more related to the operational aspect post-deployment.
NEW QUESTION # 17
A new web application performs up to 200 concurrent connections to a PostgreSQL database. An administrator needs to configure the system to provision those DB servers.
Which action would easily help the administrator achieving this goal?
- A. Edit the API equivalent shell script to apply the setting.
- B. Create a new Database Parameters profile.
- C. Provision a PostqreSQL HA Instance.
- D. Use Post Create Command when provisioning the DB.
Answer: C
Explanation:
A new web application with up to 200 concurrent connections to a PostgreSQL database requires a robust and scalable configuration. Provisioning a PostgreSQL HA (High Availability) instance in NDB is the most effective action to achieve this goal. An HA instance leverages replication (e.g., streaming replication) to distribute load and ensure availability, accommodating high concurrency by allowing multiple nodes to handle traffic. This approach simplifies configuration compared to manual scripting or parameter adjustments.
* Option A (Use Post Create Command when provisioning the DB) is incorrect because post-create commands are for custom scripts, not optimal for handling concurrent connections.
* Option B (Create a new Database Parameters profile) is incorrect because while it can tune settings, it's less efficient than HA for scaling concurrency.
* Option C (Edit the API equivalent shell script) is incorrect as it's a manual and error-prone method compared to HA provisioning.
* Option D is correct because a PostgreSQL HA instance natively supports high concurrency and availability.
Note: The typo "PostqreSQL" is assumed to mean "PostgreSQL."
References
* Nutanix Database Service (NDB) User Guide, Chapter 4: Managing Database Engines, Section:
Provisioning HA Instances
* Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) v6.5 Blueprint, Section 4: Manage Database Engines
NEW QUESTION # 18
When registering SAP HANA Database and Database Server VM there are several (Linux) OS configuration requirements that must be set before registering a database Or a database server VM.
Which system file should the entry, secure_pazh be configured in?
- A. 'etc/ profile
- B. /ezc/sudores
Answer: B
NEW QUESTION # 19
An administrator would like to provide a group of users the ability to add a new VLAN or IP Pool in Era.
What minimum role should the administrator assign to this group?
- A. Database Admin
- B. Database Infrastructure Admin
- C. Super Admin
- D. Infrastructure administrator
Answer: D
Explanation:
In Nutanix Era, the ability to add a new VLAN or IP Pool is typically associated with the role of an Infrastructure Administrator12. This role has the necessary permissions to manage network configurations, including the creation of VLANs and IP Pools12. It's important to note that the exact permissions may vary depending on the specific configuration and policies of your organization12.
NEW QUESTION # 20
An administrator is trying to register a database server VM with NDB.
Which file types will prevent the registration from being successful if located in the C:\ drive?
- A. Database
- B. Backup
- C. Page
- D. System
Answer: C
Explanation:
Page files are temporary files that Windows uses to store data that does not fit in the physical memory. Page files can interfere with the registration of a database server VM with NDB, as they can cause errors or performance issues. Therefore, page files shouldbe located in a separate drive or partition from the C:\ drive, where the NDB agent and other files are installed. System, database, and backup files do not prevent the registration of a database server VM with NDB, as long as they are not corrupted or incompatible with the NDB requirements. References:
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation Training Course, Module 2: Deploying and Configuring an NDB Solution, Lesson 2: Configuring an NDB Instance, Slide 13: Registering Database Server VMs
* Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) 5 Exam, Section 4: Operate and Maintain an NDB Environment, Objective 4.1: Apply procedural concepts to register database server VMs and databases
NEW QUESTION # 21
How does NDB send notifications when alerts are generated?
- A. Email
- B. Pulse
- C. SNMP
- D. APIs
Answer: A
Explanation:
NDB sends notifications when alerts are generated via email. The email notifications can be configured to send to one or more recipients, and can be customized to include the alert severity, category, description, and resolution steps. The email notifications help to inform the database administrator and other stakeholders about the status and issues of the NDB-managed databases and operations.
NDB does not send notifications via SNMP, APIs, or Pulse. SNMP is a protocol for collecting and organizing information about managed devices on a network. APIs are interfaces for communicating and exchanging data between different applications or systems. Pulse is a feature of the Nutanix cluster that collects and sends diagnostic and usage data to Nutanix for analysis and support.
References:
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation Training Course, Module 3: Nutanix Era Deployment,
* Lesson 3.2: Nutanix Era Deployment, slide 11.
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation Training Course, Module 5: Nutanix Era Operations, Lesson 5.1: Nutanix Era Operations, slide 6.
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation Training Course, Module 5: Nutanix Era Operations, Lesson 5.2: Nutanix Era Alerts and Notifications, slides 5-7.
NEW QUESTION # 22
Which response shows two ways to upgrade an NDB Server?
- A. Out-of-Place Upgrade and In-place Upgrade
- B. One-click Upgrade and In-place Upgrade Auto
- C. One-click Upgrade and Offline Upgrade
- D. Upgrade and Manual Upgrade
Answer: C
Explanation:
There are two ways to upgrade an NDB Server: one-click upgrade and offline upgrade. One-click upgrade is the recommended method, as it automatically downloads and installs the latest NDB software version from the Nutanix portal. Offline upgrade is an alternative method, which requires you to manually download the NDB software bundle and upload it to the NDB Server VM. Both methods require you to have a valid Nutanix account and an internet connection. References:
* Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB), Section 6 - Administer an NDB Environment
* Database (NCP-DB) Exam Blueprint Guide - Nutanix, Page 10, Objective 6.2
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA) course, Module 6, Lesson 6.1 - NDB Software Upgrade
NEW QUESTION # 23
An administrator wants to test the provisioning capabilities after a new NDB deployment. Which database instance would be available to accomplish this task?
- A. Oracle DB
- B. MongoDB
- C. PostgreSQL
- D. MSSQL Server
Answer: C
Explanation:
After a new NDB deployment, the administrator can test the provisioning capabilities using a database instance that is fully supported and readily configurable out of the box. PostgreSQL is the most suitable option because it is one of the core database engines supported by NDB from the initial deployment, with built-in provisioning templates and HA capabilities. NDB provides a streamlined process to provision PostgreSQL instances, making it an ideal choice for testing provisioning workflows, including VM creation, storage allocation, and network configuration.
Other options may require additional setup or licensing:
* B. Oracle DB: Requires specific licensing and additional configuration, not typically available for initial testing.
* C. MSSQL Server: Supported but may need Microsoft licensing and setup, less immediate than PostgreSQL.
* D. MongoDB: Supported but less commonly used for initial testing due to its NoSQL nature and additional configuration needs.
Thus, the verified answer is A, reflecting PostgreSQL's accessibility for testing.
Official Nutanix Database Automation References
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA) course, Module 3: Managing Database Instances, Lesson 3.1: Provisioning Databases.
* Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) v6.5 Knowledge Objectives, Section
3: Manage NDB Solutions, Objective 3.1: Provision Database Instances (applicable to v6.10).
* Nutanix NDB Administration Guide: "Supported Databases for Provisioning" section, noting PostgreSQL availability.
NEW QUESTION # 24
A legal team wants to audit a quarter end (July 31st) banking transaction event and asks the administrator to create a SQL database from the timeframe.
What action should the administrator perform within Era?
- A. Provision a database, restore the backup from Ju)' 31st, and Recover the database to bring the database up.
- B. Create a clone from July 31st snapshot in Time Machine.
- C. Restore a backup from July 31st, Recover the database to bring the database up.
- D. Provision a database and attach the July 31st backup from Time Machine.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Nutanix Era enables you to clone your source databases (running on Nutanix clusters) and refresh the database clones by using snapshots or transaction logs1. Era uses storage-efficient and time-efficient Nutanix snapshots, thus lowering the cost of managing multiple copies of your databases1. In this case, the administrator should create a clone from the July 31st snapshot in Time Machine to provide the legal team with the specific banking transaction event data they need for their audit1.
NEW QUESTION # 25
An administrator needs to create a Network Profile for NDB HA VMs spread across three Nutanix clusters.
What type of Network Profile is required for NDB API and Repository VMs?
- A. PostgreSQL HA instance managed outside NDB
- B. PostgreSQL single instance managed in NDB
- C. PostgreSQL single instance managed outside NDB
- D. PostgreSQL HA instance managed in NDB
Answer: A
Explanation:
When creating a Network Profile for NDB HA VMs (e.g., NDB API and Repository VMs) spread across three Nutanix clusters, the required type is PostgreSQL HA instance managed outside NDB. NDB HA relies on a PostgreSQL database for its control plane, and in a multi-cluster HA setup, this PostgreSQL instance must be configured for high availability (e.g., using streaming replication) outside NDB's management. The Network Profile must support this external HA instance's networking requirements (e.g., VLANs, IP ranges) to ensure connectivity across clusters.
Other options are incorrect:
* A. PostgreSQL HA instance managed in NDB: NDB manages database instances, not its own HA control plane database.
* B. PostgreSQL single instance managed in NDB: A single instance lacks HA, unsuitable for multi- cluster.
* D. PostgreSQL single instance managed outside NDB: Lacks HA, insufficient for NDB HA VMs.
Thus, the verified answer is C, aligning with NDB HA architecture.
Official Nutanix Database Automation References
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA) course, Module 4: High Availability and Disaster Recovery, Lesson 4.2: Configuring Multi-Cluster HA.
* Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) v6.5 Knowledge Objectives, Section
4: Troubleshoot NDB Solutions, Objective 4.3: Configure HA Across Clusters (applicable to v6.10).
* Nutanix NDB Administration Guide: "Network Profile Configuration for HA VMs" section.
NEW QUESTION # 26
An administrator is tasked with auditing NDB SLAs. What data will the administrator be reviewing?
- A. Recovery Time Objective
- B. Snapshot schedules
- C. Data retention policies
- D. Clone Management
Answer: C
Explanation:
NDB SLAs are service level agreements that define the data protection and recovery objectives for NDB-managed databases. NDB SLAs consist of data retention policies that specify how long the snapshots and log backups of a database are kept in the Time Machine. Data retention policies can be customized to meet different business and compliance requirements, such as daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly retention periods.NDB SLAs also determine the frequency and schedule of the snapshots and log backups, as well as the storage location and replication options. An administrator who is tasked with auditing NDB SLAs will be reviewing the data retention policies of each database and Time Machine, as well as the snapshot and log backup history and status. The administrator will also be able to monitor the storage usage and performance of the NDB SLAs, and modify or delete the SLAs as needed. The other options are not part of the NDB SLAs, but rather separate features or concepts of NDB. Snapshot schedules are the intervals at which NDB takes snapshots of the databases, which are determined by the SLAs. Clone management is the process of creating, refreshing, or deleting database clones from the Time Machine. Recovery time objective (RTO) is the maximum acceptable time for restoring a database after a failure, which is influenced by the SLAs, but not defined by them. References:
* Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) v6.5, Section 5 - Protect NDB-managed Databases Using Time Machine, Objective 5.1: Create, delete, and modify SLA retention policies
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA) Course, Module 4: Nutanix Database Service (NDB) Data Protection, Lesson 4.1: Data Protection Overview, Topic: SLA Concepts
* Nutanix Database Service (NDB) User Guide, Chapter 6: SLAs, Section: SLA Overview
NEW QUESTION # 27
A DBA team needs to release PostgreSQL HA instances using a dedicated subnet.
Which action is mandatory before creating the network profile?
- A. The DB VMs must be registered first.
- B. Configure Network Segmentation.
- C. The subnet in Prism Element must be iPAM configured.
- D. A VLAN must be added to NDB networks.
Answer: D
Explanation:
To release PostgreSQL HA instances using a dedicated subnet in Nutanix Database Service (NDB), the administrator must create a network profile that defines the subnet and its associated VLAN. Before creating this network profile, it is mandatory to add a VLAN to the NDB Networks configuration. This VLAN ensures that the dedicated subnet is recognized and manageable within NDB, allowing the HA instances to be provisioned with isolated network connectivity. The VLAN must be configured in the NDB Networks page to be available for selection during network profile creation.
* Option A (The subnet in Prism Element must be IPAM configured) is incorrect because IP Address Management (IPAM) configuration in Prism Element is optional and not a mandatory prerequisite for creating a network profile in NDB.
* Option B (The DB VMs must be registered first) is incorrect because VM registration is a subsequent step, not a prerequisite for network profile creation.
* Option C (A VLAN must be added to NDB networks) is correct as it is a required step to define the network infrastructure before creating the profile.
* Option D (Configure Network Segmentation) is incorrect because network segmentation is an advanced feature and not mandatory for basic network profile setup.
This ensures the dedicated subnet is properly integrated into NDB for HA provisioning.
References
* Nutanix Database Service (NDB) User Guide, Chapter 3: Configuring an NDB Environment, Section:
Configuring Network Profiles
* Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) v6.5 Blueprint, Section 3: Configure an NDB Environment
NEW QUESTION # 28
An administrator needs to migrate a large 1/0-intensive database that doesn't support multi-disk layout.
How should the storage be provisioned with Era to support the database while optimizing performance?
- A. vDisk based provisioning
- B. Volume Group with Load Balancing
- C. Storage Spaces
- D. Volume Group
Answer: D
Explanation:
In Nutanix Era, a Volume Group is the recommended storage provisioning method for a large I/O-intensive database that doesn't support a multi-disk layout1. A Volume Group in Nutanix Era is a collection of disks that can be managed as a single entity, providing a way to aggregate the storage capacity of multiple disks into a larger storage unit1. This allows for better performance optimization as it enables the database to leverage the combined I/O capabilities of all the disks in the group1. It's important to note that while other options like Load Balancing, Storage Spaces, and vDisk based provisioning can also be used in certain scenarios, a Volume Group is specifically designed for situations where a single, high-performance storage unit is required1.
NEW QUESTION # 29
What is the first step to add Time Machine (TM) data access to a Nutanix cluster?
- A. Disable multi-cluster in ND8.
- B. Delete the TM data from the source database.
- C. Enable multi-cluster in NDB.
- D. Register the required Nutanix clusters in ND8.
Answer: D
Explanation:
To add Time Machine data access to a Nutanix cluster, the first step is to register the cluster in NDB. This will allow NDB to discover and manage the databases and snapshots on the cluster. You can register multiple Nutanix clusters in NDB using the Add Cluster option in the NDB settings page. You can also specify the cluster role, such as source, target, or both, depending on the data access and replication needs. Enabling or disabling multi-cluster in NDB is not the first step, as this is a global setting that affects the entire NDB instance. Deleting the TM data from the source database is not the first step, as this will remove the data protection and availability of the database. References:
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation Training Course, Module 6: Managing NDB Multi-Cluster, Lesson 1: NDB Multi-Cluster Overview, Slide 5: Registering Nutanix Clusters
* Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) 5 Exam, Section 6: Administer an NDB Environment, Objective 6.4: Apply procedural concepts to add Nutanix clusters to NDB
NEW QUESTION # 30
When using the Patch OS now feature in NDB, how would an administrator limit the updates to security updates only for Red Hat-based operating systems?
- A. Check Advanced Options and under Pre-post commands, enter yum update security in the pre-operating system patching command window.
- B. Point the database VM to a custom patch repository and enter yum update - security command.
- C. Point the database VM to a custom patch repository before using the Patch OS now feature.
- D. Check Advanced Options and under Custom commands, enter yum update -security in the operating system patching command window.
Answer: D
Explanation:
When using the "Patch OS now" feature in NDB to apply updates to a Red Hat-based operating system, the administrator can limit updates to security patches only by leveraging the Advanced Options. Under the
"Custom commands" section of the operating system patching command window, entering yum update -- security instructs the package manager to install only security-related updates. This ensures the system remains secure without applying all available updates, which could introduce instability.
Other options are incorrect or incomplete:
* A. Point the database VM to a custom patch repository and enter yum update --security command This requires manual intervention outside NDB's patching framework.
* B. Check Advanced Options and under Pre-post commands, enter yum update security in the pre- operating system patching command window: Pre-post commands are for pre/post actions, not the main patching process, and the syntax lacks the --security flag.
* C. Point the database VM to a custom patch repository before using the Patch OS now feature:
This sets up a repository but doesn't specify security-only updates within NDB's interface.
Thus, the verified answer is D, aligning with NDB's patching customization.
Official Nutanix Database Automation References
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA) course, Module 6: Maintenance and Patching, Lesson 6.3: Creating Maintenance Plans.
* Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) v6.5 Knowledge Objectives, Section
6: Optimize NDB Solutions, Objective 6.3: Manage Maintenance Plans (applicable to v6.10).
* Nutanix NDB Administration Guide: "Patch OS Now with Custom Commands" section.
NEW QUESTION # 31
Era allows custom metadata to be assigned to entities (clones, time machines, databases, and database servers) by using which component?
- A. Tags
- B. Notes
- C. Text
- D. Index
Answer: A
Explanation:
Nutanix Era allows custom metadata to be assigned to entities (clones, time machines, databases, and database servers) by using Tags. Tags are a component of Nutanix Era that allows users to assign custom metadata to various entities, enhancing the ability to organize, search, and manage these entities within the Era platform1.
NEW QUESTION # 32
When performing a SQL Server Restore Source Database operation, what is a valid reason an administrator would choose the Restore Location as New Location?
- A. The database files are on a disk with other database files and the administrator wants to get the database restored as quickly as possible.
- B. The log files are needed to petform the point in time restore.
- C. The administrator wants to restore to a new location and have Era apply Nutanix best practices.
- D. The administrator wants to keep the original schema in place.
Answer: C
Explanation:
When performing a SQL Server Restore Source Database operation in Nutanix Database Automation (NCP-DB), an administrator might choose the Restore Location as New Location if they want to restore to a new location and have Era apply Nutanix best practices1. This is because Nutanix Era automates and simplifies database management, allowing the administrator to manage databases at scale, and it applies Nutanix best practices during the restore process1. This ensures optimal performance and reliability of the restored database1.
NEW QUESTION # 33
An administrator needs to deploy a database resilient cluster engine across three clusters. Which database engine can be used for this scenario?
- A. Oracle
- B. MariaDB
- C. PostgreSQL
- D. MysQL
Answer: C
Explanation:
To deploy a database resilient cluster engine across three Nutanix clusters, the database engine must support high availability (HA) and distributed deployment capabilities that NDB can manage across multiple clusters.
PostgreSQL is the only database engine listed that NDB supports for a resilient cluster deployment across multiple clusters. NDB's HA features for PostgreSQL include automated failover, replication, and data consistency across geographically distributed clusters, making it suitable for a three-cluster scenario. This is achieved through PostgreSQL's built-in streaming replication and NDB's orchestration of HA policies.
Other options are not supported for this use case in NDB:
* A. MariaDB: While MariaDB supports replication, NDB does not currently provide multi-cluster HA or resilient cluster deployment for MariaDB.
* B. MySQL: Similar to MariaDB, MySQL lacks native multi-cluster HA support within NDB's framework.
* D. Oracle: Oracle databases can be managed by NDB, but multi-cluster resilient deployments are not natively supported; Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters) requires specific configurations beyond NDB's standard capabilities.
Thus, the verified answer is C, as PostgreSQL aligns with NDB's multi-cluster resilience features.
Official Nutanix Database Automation References
* Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA) course, Module 4: High Availability and Disaster Recovery, Lesson 4.2: Configuring Multi-Cluster HA.
* Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) v6.5 Knowledge Objectives, Section
4: Troubleshoot NDB Solutions, Objective 4.3: Configure HA Across Clusters (applicable to v6.10).
* Nutanix NDB Administration Guide: "Supported Database Engines for HA" section, highlighting PostgreSQL multi-cluster support.
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