1Y0-312 Advanced Provisioning and Image Management Practice Question
Exhibit
Error: PVS-5092: Could not connect to the Provisioning Server. The vDisk is currently locked by another process.
Refer to the exhibit. An administrator attempts to update a vDisk version but receives the provided error. What is the most likely cause?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates frequently blame file permission issues or corrupted storage when encountering a vDisk locked error, overlooking the possibility that a target device is currently booted in Private Image mode.
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
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A target device is currently booted in Private Image mode using the vDisk.
The 'vDisk locked' error occurs when the vDisk file is actively held by a process, such as a target device still running in 'Private Image' mode or a stuck VHDX handle on the Provisioning Server. This issue is critical because it prevents the promotion of new vDisk versions, halting deployment cycles. Resolving this requires identifying the locking process via the server console or Windows handle management tools to release the file lock.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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The Provisioning Server service is stopped.
Why it's wrong here
If the Provisioning Server service were stopped, the error message would indicate a connection failure or timeout rather than a specific file lock condition. A file lock implies that the service is running, but it is unable to acquire exclusive access to the underlying virtual disk file.
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A target device is currently booted in Private Image mode using the vDisk.
Why this is correct
When a target device is set to Private Image mode, it gains exclusive read/write access to the vDisk. This prevents the Provisioning Server from modifying the vDisk or creating new versions, as the file is effectively locked by the active target device, necessitating a change to Standard mode.
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The vDisk is stored on a network share with incorrect NTFS permissions.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect NTFS permissions usually result in 'Access Denied' errors or failure to open the file entirely, rather than a specific 'vDisk locked' error. While permissions are vital for PVS, they do not trigger the specific lock state associated with an active handle or Private Image mode assignment.
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The vDisk manifest file is missing from the storage directory.
Why it's wrong here
A missing manifest file would lead to a failure in the PVS console to display the vDisk or load its properties. It would not manifest as a file locking issue, as the system would not even be able to initiate the attempt to open the file handle.
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Last reviewed September 2026 · checked against the official Citrix exam blueprint
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