VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV) Practice Exam

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What happens if the .nvram file is deleted from a powered off virtual machine?

  1. The .nvram file will get created the next time the virtual machine is powered on.

  2. Restoring the file from backup is needed to allow the virtual machine to power on.

  3. The virtual machine will fail to power on and enter an Orphaned state.

  4. The virtual machine will fail to power on and enter an Inaccessible state.

The correct answer is: The .nvram file will get created the next time the virtual machine is powered on.

When a powered off virtual machine’s .nvram file is deleted, the next time the virtual machine is powered on, a new .nvram file will indeed be created automatically by the hypervisor. The .nvram file contains the virtual machine's BIOS settings and is essential for the VM to boot correctly. Since the virtual machine is in a powered-off state at the time of file deletion, the absence of the .nvram file doesn't impact the current state. Upon the next power on, VMware recognizes the missing file and generates a new one, ensuring the virtual machine can boot successfully without requiring any manual restoration or intervention. This process illustrates the resilience of virtual machines in managing their configuration files. Such automatic files creation plays a crucial role in maintaining operational continuity within a virtualized environment, demonstrating VMware's built-in mechanisms to enhance user experience and minimize operational disruptions.

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