VCP-VVF Deploy Configure And Operate Vvf Practice Question
During a firmware update via vSphere Lifecycle Manager, an ESXi host enters a non-compliant state. What is the first step the administrator should take to identify the root cause?
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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Check the Image Compliance status in the Updates tab
Viewing the 'Image Compliance' status in the cluster's 'Updates' tab provides detailed information about why a host is non-compliant.
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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Remove the host from the cluster
Why it's wrong here
Removing the host is a destructive and unnecessary step.
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Reboot the host
Why it's wrong here
Rebooting without checking logs will not resolve configuration mismatches.
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Check the Image Compliance status in the Updates tab
Why this is correct
This tab lists the specific components that failed to match the desired state image.
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Refresh the inventory
Why it's wrong here
Refreshing the inventory will not reveal the specific cause of a compliance issue.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official VMware exam blueprint
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