VCP-VVF Troubleshoot And Optimize Practice Question
An administrator is troubleshooting an issue where ESXi host syslog messages are not being forwarded to a remote syslog server. Which command or configuration interface should be checked to verify the local syslog target setting on the ESXi host?
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
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esxcli system syslog config get
ESXi host syslog settings can be inspected and modified using 'esxcli system syslog config get'.
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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esxcli system syslog config get
Why this is correct
This command displays the current remote syslog server address, port, and local log settings on the ESXi host.
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esxcli vm kernel log list
Why it's wrong here
This command does not exist in the ESXi command namespace.
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esxcli system account list
Why it's wrong here
This lists local user accounts on the ESXi host.
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esxcli network firewall get
Why it's wrong here
This checks firewall rule statuses, not syslog forwarding configurations.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official VMware exam blueprint
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