- A
Refactor the application to use standard protocols before migration.
Why wrong: Refactoring is more complex and time-consuming.
- B
Use the 7 Rs migration strategy to evaluate other options.
Why wrong: The 7 Rs is a conceptual framework, not a solution.
- C
Use AWS Application Migration Service with a network bridge appliance.
Why wrong: MGN still requires supported network protocols.
- D
Perform a manual rehost migration using Amazon EC2 and custom AMIs.
Manual rehost bypasses MGN's limitations.
Question 97 of 1,746
SAP-C02 Rehost (Lift and Shift) Practice Question
This SAP-C02 practice question tests your understanding of accelerate workload migration and modernization. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. A key principle to apply: rehost (Lift and Shift). Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A company is migrating a legacy application from an on-premises data center to AWS. The application uses a proprietary network protocol that is not supported by AWS Application Migration Service. What should the company do to migrate this application?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
Perform a manual rehost migration using Amazon EC2 and custom AMIs.
D is correct because performing a manual rehost migration using Amazon EC2 and custom AMIs allows the company to migrate the legacy application without depending on AWS Application Migration Service (MGN), which does not support the proprietary protocol. This approach replicates the on-premises environment in AWS. A is incorrect because refactoring the application to use standard protocols would require significant code changes and is not necessary for migration. B is incorrect because the 7 Rs strategy is a framework for evaluating migration approaches, not a specific solution to the protocol incompatibility. C is incorrect because AWS Application Migration Service with a network bridge appliance does not address the lack of support for the proprietary protocol.
Key principle: Rehost (Lift and Shift)
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Refactor the application to use standard protocols before migration.
Why it's wrong here
Refactoring is more complex and time-consuming.
- ✗
Use the 7 Rs migration strategy to evaluate other options.
Why it's wrong here
The 7 Rs is a conceptual framework, not a solution.
- ✗
Use AWS Application Migration Service with a network bridge appliance.
Why it's wrong here
MGN still requires supported network protocols.
- ✓
Perform a manual rehost migration using Amazon EC2 and custom AMIs.
Why this is correct
Manual rehost bypasses MGN's limitations.
Related concept
Rehost (Lift and Shift)
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Rehost (Lift and Shift)
- AWS Application Migration Service (MGN)
- 7 Rs Migration Strategy
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Rehost (Lift and Shift)
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
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What does this SAP-C02 question test?
Accelerate Workload Migration and Modernization — This question tests Accelerate Workload Migration and Modernization — Rehost (Lift and Shift).
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Perform a manual rehost migration using Amazon EC2 and custom AMIs. — D is correct because performing a manual rehost migration using Amazon EC2 and custom AMIs allows the company to migrate the legacy application without depending on AWS Application Migration Service (MGN), which does not support the proprietary protocol. This approach replicates the on-premises environment in AWS. A is incorrect because refactoring the application to use standard protocols would require significant code changes and is not necessary for migration. B is incorrect because the 7 Rs strategy is a framework for evaluating migration approaches, not a specific solution to the protocol incompatibility. C is incorrect because AWS Application Migration Service with a network bridge appliance does not address the lack of support for the proprietary protocol.
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Rehost (Lift and Shift)
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