1Z0-997-26 Workload Migration Practice Question
You are migrating an Oracle Database 19c on-premises to OCI Exadata Database Service on Dedicated Infrastructure using Oracle Zero Downtime Migration (ZDM) in offline mode. The target database is already provisioned. Which ZDM migration phase configures the target database and initiates the data transfer via Oracle Data Pump?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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MIGRATE
The ZDM workflow relies on distinct phases. The 'MIGRATE' phase is responsible for executing the database migration workflow, including configuring the target database and invoking Data Pump to move the data.
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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DEPLOY
Why it's wrong here
The DEPLOY phase is not a standard phase in the ZDM Oracle Database workflow.
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MIGRATE
Why this is correct
The MIGRATE phase performs the actual data movement and configuration of the target database.
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POST-MIGRATE
Why it's wrong here
The POST-MIGRATE phase handles post-migration cleanup, disabling source replication, and final verification.
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PRE-MIGRATE
Why it's wrong here
The PRE-MIGRATE phase validates prerequisites, SSH connectivity, and database configurations prior to moving data.
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