VCP-DCV Configure and Manage vSphere Networking Practice Question
Which two actions must the administrator take to ensure network connectivity for VMs on a new distributed switch?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Add the ESXi hosts to the distributed switch
The correct answers are B and D. Adding ESXi hosts to the distributed switch (B) is required for them to use the switch and manage VMs. Creating a port group with a VLAN assignment (D) provides the necessary network connectivity for VMs. Option A (configuring a VMkernel interface) is for host management traffic, not VM connectivity. Option C (setting MTU to 9000) is optional for jumbo frames and not required. Option E (enabling Network I/O Control) is for QoS and not needed for basic connectivity.
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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Configure a VMkernel interface on the distributed switch
Why it's wrong here
VMkernel interfaces are for host-level traffic (management, vMotion), not for VM data.
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Add the ESXi hosts to the distributed switch
Why this is correct
Without adding the hosts, the distributed switch cannot be used by VMs on those hosts.
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Set the MTU to 9000
Why it's wrong here
Jumbo frames are optional and not required for basic network connectivity.
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Create a port group and assign a VLAN
Why this is correct
VMs need a port group with a valid VLAN to communicate on the network.
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Enable Network I/O Control
Why it's wrong here
NIOC is a QoS feature and not necessary for basic connectivity.
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