VCP-DCV vSphere Lifecycle Management Practice Question
An administrator is planning to upgrade ESXi hosts using vLCM. Which of the following are prerequisites for using vLCM? (Choose TWO)
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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The hosts must be in a cluster.
Options C and D are correct. C is correct because vLCM manages ESXi hosts at the cluster level; hosts must be part of a cluster to apply a desired image. D is correct because vLCM was introduced in vSphere 7.0; vCenter Server 7.0 or later is required. A is incorrect because internet access is not mandatory; local depots can be used. B is incorrect because vLCM does not require a separate license; it is included with vSphere licenses such as Enterprise Plus. E is incorrect because static IP addresses are not required; hosts can use DHCP.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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All hosts must be connected to the internet.
Why it's wrong here
Local depots can be used.
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The vCenter must have a valid vLCM license.
Why it's wrong here
vLCM is included with vSphere Enterprise Plus.
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The hosts must be in a cluster.
Why this is correct
vLCM operates at the cluster level.
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The vCenter Server must be version 7.0 or later.
Why this is correct
vLCM was introduced in vSphere 7.0.
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Each host must have a static IP address.
Why it's wrong here
IP assignment method does not affect vLCM.
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