The answer is that all VMs must have virtual hardware version 11 or later. This is because vMotion encryption relies on the VM’s virtual hardware to support the cryptographic operations required for encrypting the migration data stream; without version 11 or higher, the VM cannot participate in encrypted vMotion, even if encryption is enabled at the cluster level. On the VCP-DCV exam, this question tests your understanding that encryption is a VM-level capability, not just a host or cluster setting, and a common trap is assuming that enabling encryption at the cluster level alone is sufficient. Remember, the virtual hardware version acts as the gatekeeper for encryption support, and ESXi 6.5 or later is also required, but the VM hardware version is the specific missing piece here. A helpful memory tip: think “11 for encryption” — if the VM’s hardware isn’t at least version 11, the encryption key won’t turn.
VCP-DCV vSphere Security Practice Question
This VCP-DCV practice question tests your understanding of vsphere security. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. 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 requires all vMotion traffic to be encrypted. The vSphere administrator enables vMotion encryption at the cluster level. What else must be configured to ensure vMotion operations are encrypted?
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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Ensure all VMs have virtual hardware version 11 or later.
Option B is correct because for vMotion encryption to work, the VM’s virtual hardware must be version 11 or later. Option A is incorrect because encryption is independent of the VM's hardware version; still required. Option C is incorrect because ESXi hosts must have at least 3 GB of dedicated memory for crypto operations? Actually, vMotion encryption has no specific memory requirements. Option D is incorrect because the hosts must be at least ESXi 6.5, not 7.0.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
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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Allocate at least 4 GB of additional memory for cryptographic operations.
Why it's wrong here
vMotion encryption does not require dedicated memory allocation.
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Upgrade all ESXi hosts to version 7.0 or later.
Why it's wrong here
vMotion encryption is supported from ESXi 6.5 onwards.
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Enable VM Encryption also.
Why it's wrong here
VM encryption is separate and not required for vMotion encryption.
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Ensure all VMs have virtual hardware version 11 or later.
Why this is correct
Virtual hardware version 11 or later is required to support encrypted vMotion.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
→Underline the problem statement mentally.
→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
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the VCP-DCV exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
What to study next
Got this wrong? Here's your next step.
Identify which VCP-DCV exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
vSphere Security — This question tests vSphere Security — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Ensure all VMs have virtual hardware version 11 or later. — Option B is correct because for vMotion encryption to work, the VM’s virtual hardware must be version 11 or later. Option A is incorrect because encryption is independent of the VM's hardware version; still required. Option C is incorrect because ESXi hosts must have at least 3 GB of dedicated memory for crypto operations? Actually, vMotion encryption has no specific memory requirements. Option D is incorrect because the hosts must be at least ESXi 6.5, not 7.0.
What should I do if I get this VCP-DCV question wrong?
Identify which VCP-DCV exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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