- A
The source and destination hosts must be from the same vendor.
Why wrong: Host vendor is irrelevant.
- B
The source and destination ESXi hosts must be version 6.5 or later.
vMotion encryption is supported from ESXi 6.5 onward.
- C
A Key Management Server (KMS) must be configured in vCenter.
Why wrong: KMS is needed for VM encryption, not vMotion encryption.
- D
The virtual hardware version of the VM must be 11 or later.
Virtual hardware version 11 or later is required to support encryption of vMotion data.
- E
The VM must have encryption enabled at the VM level.
Why wrong: VM encryption is separate; vMotion encryption can be set at cluster level.
Question 78 of 521
Requirements for vMotion Encryption: ESXi 6.5+ and VM Virtual Hardware 11+
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.
Which TWO of the following are required to configure vMotion encryption for a VM? (Choose two.)
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
✓
The source and destination ESXi hosts must be version 6.5 or later.
Options B and D are correct. vMotion encryption requires that both source and destination ESXi hosts run version 6.5 or later (B), and the virtual machine must have virtual hardware version 11 or later (D). Option A is incorrect because vMotion encryption does not require hosts from the same vendor. Option C is incorrect because a Key Management Server (KMS) is not required for vMotion encryption; it is only required for VM-level encryption. Option E is incorrect because the VM does not need encryption enabled at the VM level for vMotion encryption; vMotion encryption is configured at the cluster or host level.
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.
- ✗
The source and destination hosts must be from the same vendor.
Why it's wrong here
Host vendor is irrelevant.
- ✓
The source and destination ESXi hosts must be version 6.5 or later.
Why this is correct
vMotion encryption is supported from ESXi 6.5 onward.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
A Key Management Server (KMS) must be configured in vCenter.
Why it's wrong here
KMS is needed for VM encryption, not vMotion encryption.
- ✓
The virtual hardware version of the VM must be 11 or later.
Why this is correct
Virtual hardware version 11 or later is required to support encryption of vMotion data.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
The VM must have encryption enabled at the VM level.
Why it's wrong here
VM encryption is separate; vMotion encryption can be set at cluster level.
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.
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What does this VCP-DCV question test?
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: The source and destination ESXi hosts must be version 6.5 or later. — Options B and D are correct. vMotion encryption requires that both source and destination ESXi hosts run version 6.5 or later (B), and the virtual machine must have virtual hardware version 11 or later (D). Option A is incorrect because vMotion encryption does not require hosts from the same vendor. Option C is incorrect because a Key Management Server (KMS) is not required for vMotion encryption; it is only required for VM-level encryption. Option E is incorrect because the VM does not need encryption enabled at the VM level for vMotion encryption; vMotion encryption is configured at the cluster or host level.
What should I do if I get this VCP-DCV question wrong?
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Variation 1. A company is implementing vSphere 7.0 and wants to encrypt all vMotion traffic between ESXi hosts in a cluster. The cluster is not using any other encryption features. What is the minimum requirement to enable vMotion encryption?
medium- A.A VM Encryption Key Management Server must be configured.
- B.The ESXi hosts must be joined to an Active Directory domain.
- ✓ C.The ESXi hosts must have a host profile applied with encryption enabled.
- D.The cluster must be configured with Enhanced vMotion Compatibility (EVC).
Why C: In vSphere 7.0, vMotion encryption can be enabled without Active Directory or a Key Management Server. The minimum requirement is that the ESXi hosts have a host profile applied that sets the encryption policy to 'Required' or 'Opportunistic'. Host profiles ensure consistent configuration across the cluster and leverage the default certificate trust established by vCenter. While encryption can be set individually on each host, using a host profile is the recommended minimum to maintain uniformity and management simplicity.
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