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Let’s start creating the first set of 10 flashcards for the Nutanix NCP-MCA 6.5 exam. These flashcards will focus on the essential concepts and objectives covered in the exam blueprint, formatted in a Q&A style to help you review effectively.

Flashcards 1-10

Flashcard 1

  • Q: What is the purpose of a pre-create task in a Calm Blueprint?
  • A: A pre-create task executes a task before the main provisioning, such as setting up prerequisites or configurations needed before deploying a VM or service.

Flashcard 2

  • Q: Which Calm feature allows automation of manual tasks based on specific triggers?
  • A: Playbooks, which can be triggered by alerts, events, or manually, automate tasks based on specific conditions.

Flashcard 3

  • Q: What is the role of service dependencies in Calm Blueprints?
  • A: Service dependencies ensure that services start in the correct order, preventing errors by waiting until dependent services are fully operational.

Flashcard 4

  • Q: Which task type in Calm Blueprints is responsible for defining the base VM configuration?
  • A: Substrate task, which defines the environment for VM configuration, such as specifying the operating system, disk size, and network settings.

Flashcard 5

  • Q: How do macros enhance blueprint flexibility in Calm?
  • A: Macros dynamically assign values like IP addresses or hostnames during deployment, making blueprints adaptable to different environments.

Flashcard 6

  • Q: What tool in Prism Central helps identify errors in a deployment?
  • A: The Audit Tab, which provides logs and error details to help troubleshoot deployment issues.

Flashcard 7

  • Q: What is a common reason for VM creation failure in a Calm Blueprint?
  • A: Common reasons include network misconfigurations, missing credentials, or insufficient resources.

Flashcard 8

  • Q: Which Nutanix feature allows administrators to assign quotas for resources like CPU, memory, and storage to a specific project?
  • A: Project Quotas, which limit the amount of resources that can be consumed by a project.

Flashcard 9

  • Q: How can an administrator define dependencies between services in a Calm Blueprint?
  • A: By using the service dependencies feature in the Blueprint configuration, ensuring proper startup order of services.

Flashcard 10

  • Q: What is the purpose of the Calm Marketplace?
  • A: To share Blueprints and applications across the organization, enabling standardized deployments and reuse of configurations.

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Flashcards 11-20

Flashcard 11

  • Q: Which Nutanix Calm feature should be used to trigger specific actions based on a detected security event?
  • A: Calm Playbooks, which allow automated workflows to be triggered based on specific events, such as security alerts.

Flashcard 12

  • Q: What must be configured to allow end users to provision VMs and applications through the Self-Service Portal?
  • A: Set up Projects and assign appropriate Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) permissions to users.

Flashcard 13

  • Q: What is an approval policy used for in Nutanix Calm?
  • A: An approval policy manages who can approve specific changes or deployments, ensuring compliance and governance.

Flashcard 14

  • Q: How can an administrator ensure that all security patches are applied before any application services start on a VM?
  • A: Use the Pre-create task in a Calm Blueprint to apply patches before the VM is fully deployed and services start.

Flashcard 15

  • Q: What are the valid trigger types for executing a Playbook in Nutanix Calm?
  • A: Manual and alert-based triggers are valid types for initiating playbook execution.

Flashcard 16

  • Q: What should an administrator do if a script fails due to insufficient disk space during a snapshot operation?
  • A: Increase the storage capacity of the relevant disk or datastore to allow the snapshot operation to complete successfully.

Flashcard 17

  • Q: Which Calm feature allows administrators to create a private marketplace for sharing Blueprints and applications?
  • A: Calm Marketplace, which enables sharing and deploying Blueprints and applications within an organization.

Flashcard 18

  • Q: How can an administrator restrict specific users from accessing certain VMs within a project while allowing them to view others?
  • A: Apply granular Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) policies to manage access permissions for different users.

Flashcard 19

  • Q: What type of alert should be configured to detect when a VM's CPU usage is consistently above 80%?
  • A: A resource usage alert, which monitors CPU, memory, and other resource utilization metrics.

Flashcard 20

  • Q: How can an administrator monitor storage performance in a Nutanix environment?
  • A: Use the Prism Central storage monitoring tools to check IOPS, latency, and throughput.

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Flashcards 21-30

Flashcard 21

  • Q: What is the role of a substrate in a Calm Blueprint?
  • A: A substrate defines the environment for a VM, such as the operating system, disk size, network configurations, and other settings required for deployment.

Flashcard 22

  • Q: Which task type should an administrator use to execute a script to fix a known problem in a Calm Playbook?
  • A: An Execute task should be used to run a script or command in response to a trigger.

Flashcard 23

  • Q: What is a common cause of deployment failure when launching a Blueprint from the Calm Marketplace?
  • A: An incorrect or invalid credential in the Project Environment is a common cause of deployment failure.

Flashcard 24

  • Q: How can you dynamically assign IP addresses to VMs in a Calm Blueprint?
  • A: Use macros such as @@{address}@@ to dynamically assign IP addresses during deployment.

Flashcard 25

  • Q: Which Nutanix Calm feature allows for defining actions that occur after a resource is decommissioned?
  • A: Post-delete tasks allow for defining actions that occur after a resource is decommissioned, such as removing associated data or cleaning up resources.

Flashcard 26

  • Q: How can an administrator validate that a Calm Blueprint is configured correctly before deployment?
  • A: Use the built-in validation tool in Calm to check for errors and ensure the Blueprint is correctly configured.

Flashcard 27

  • Q: What type of task in Calm can automate the deletion of temporary files after an application is deployed?
  • A: A Post-delete task can be configured to clean up temporary files or other resources after deployment.

Flashcard 28

  • Q: Which Calm feature allows you to automate repetitive tasks, such as backups or snapshots, on a schedule?
  • A: Scheduler tasks allow administrators to automate recurring tasks like backups or snapshots.

Flashcard 29

  • Q: What is the primary use of Calm Macros in Blueprints?
  • A: Calm Macros are used to dynamically assign or generate values such as IP addresses, hostnames, and other configuration settings during deployment.

Flashcard 30

  • Q: In Calm, which method will result in unique names per VM when scaling out a service?
  • A: Using the macro variable @@{calm_array_index}@@ in the Service VM Name field ensures unique names by appending an index to each VM.

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Flashcards 31-40

Flashcard 31

  • Q: Which two providers are supported in Nutanix Calm for automation? (Choose two.)
  • A: Kubernetes and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). These are supported providers in Calm for managing and automating workloads.

Flashcard 32

  • Q: What is the function of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in Nutanix Calm?
  • A: RBAC manages user permissions and access, ensuring that only authorized users can launch, edit, or manage specific Blueprints and applications.

Flashcard 33

  • Q: How does a Calm Playbook differ from a Blueprint?
  • A: A Playbook automates workflows and tasks in response to specific triggers (like alerts or manual input), while a Blueprint defines the full deployment process for applications and infrastructure.

Flashcard 34

  • Q: Which feature allows Nutanix Calm to automate VM patching across multiple clusters?
  • A: Calm Blueprints, which can include tasks to automate patching and updates across multiple clusters.

Flashcard 35

  • Q: What is the main benefit of using the Calm Marketplace?
  • A: The Calm Marketplace enables the sharing of standardized Blueprints and applications across the organization, promoting consistency and reducing deployment time.

Flashcard 36

  • Q: Which Calm feature should be used to define who can approve changes in deployments?
  • A: Approval Policies, which specify the roles or users who can approve changes or deployments in Calm.

Flashcard 37

  • Q: What is the purpose of the "Delay" task in a Calm Blueprint?
  • A: The Delay task pauses the deployment process for a specified time, often used to wait for resources to be fully ready before continuing.

Flashcard 38

  • Q: What happens if no network adapter is selected in the Calm Blueprint's connection section?
  • A: The VM will not have network connectivity, which can cause deployment errors such as DNS lookup failures.

Flashcard 39

  • Q: How does the Calm "Self-Service Portal" benefit end-users?
  • A: It allows end-users to provision and manage resources like VMs and applications autonomously, reducing the dependency on administrators.

Flashcard 40

  • Q: What is the best way to automate responses to security events in Nutanix Calm?
  • A: Use Calm Playbooks, which can execute actions automatically based on security alerts or other event triggers.

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Flashcards 41-50

Flashcard 41

  • Q: What is a common reason for high storage latency in Nutanix environments?
  • A: High storage latency is often caused by network bottlenecks, improperly configured storage paths, or insufficient I/O resources.

Flashcard 42

  • Q: What should an administrator do if they notice performance degradation in storage I/O?
  • A: Review storage performance metrics in Prism Central, including IOPS, latency, and throughput, to identify and resolve any bottlenecks.

Flashcard 43

  • Q: Which Calm task type can be used to execute an HTTP request to an external API?
  • A: The HTTP task is used to make HTTP requests to external APIs, enabling integration with third-party services.

Flashcard 44

  • Q: What does the "Create" action do in the context of requesting a static IP address from an IPAM solution in Calm?
  • A: The "Create" action requests or allocates a new static IP address from the IPAM solution, ensuring proper IP management.

Flashcard 45

  • Q: How can an administrator automate the creation of a VM with a specific hostname using Calm Blueprints?
  • A: Use macros like @@{name}@@ or @@{calm_array_index}@@ in the VM name field to dynamically assign unique hostnames.

Flashcard 46

  • Q: What must be done to reuse a task across multiple blueprints in Calm?
  • A: Publish the task to the Task Library, allowing it to be selected and reused in different blueprints.

Flashcard 47

  • Q: Why might a deployment succeed in the Blueprint Editor but fail when launched via the Calm Marketplace?
  • A: This could occur if the credential in the Project Environment is invalid or not properly configured for marketplace use.

Flashcard 48

  • Q: What is the purpose of a Calm "Approval Policy"?
  • A: An Approval Policy ensures that certain changes or deployments are authorized by a designated person or role before proceeding.

Flashcard 49

  • Q: Which Nutanix Calm feature is ideal for defining a workflow to handle application scaling?
  • A: Playbooks are ideal for creating workflows to handle dynamic actions like scaling applications based on specific conditions or triggers.

Flashcard 50

  • Q: How does Nutanix Calm handle event-driven automation?
  • A: Calm uses Playbooks that can be triggered by events such as system alerts or user actions to automate responses.

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Flashcards 51-60

Flashcard 51

  • Q: Which Nutanix Calm feature allows for sharing Blueprints and applications across an organization?
  • A: Calm Marketplace allows for sharing Blueprints and applications, making them available for standardized deployments across the organization.

Flashcard 52

  • Q: How does Calm use the Task Library to enhance blueprint creation?
  • A: The Task Library stores reusable tasks, which can be easily selected and integrated into multiple blueprints, reducing redundancy and promoting consistency.

Flashcard 53

  • Q: What is a Scheduler task in Nutanix Calm used for?
  • A: A Scheduler task automates repetitive tasks, such as backups or snapshots, on a predefined schedule to ensure consistent operation and compliance.

Flashcard 54

  • Q: What is the benefit of using "Service Dependencies" in a Calm Blueprint?
  • A: Service Dependencies ensure that services start in a specified order, preventing errors and ensuring that dependent services are operational before others are launched.

Flashcard 55

  • Q: How does Calm handle VM scaling in a Blueprint?
  • A: Calm allows for defining scaling policies within Blueprints to handle dynamic changes in demand, such as scaling out or in based on specific criteria.

Flashcard 56

  • Q: What feature in Calm allows administrators to run scripts automatically when specific conditions are met?
  • A: Playbooks allow administrators to create and execute scripts automatically when specific triggers or conditions, like alerts, are met.

Flashcard 57

  • Q: Which Calm feature enables automation of security patches across multiple VMs and clusters?
  • A: Calm Blueprints can include tasks specifically designed to apply security patches across multiple VMs and clusters.

Flashcard 58

  • Q: Why is it important to validate Blueprints in Calm before deployment?
  • A: Validating Blueprints ensures that all configurations are correct and that there are no errors that could cause deployment failures or operational issues.

Flashcard 59

  • Q: What is the function of "Granular RBAC" in Nutanix Calm?
  • A: Granular Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) allows administrators to define specific access permissions for different users, ensuring security and compliance.

Flashcard 60

  • Q: How can an administrator automate responses to alerts in Nutanix Calm?
  • A: By creating a Playbook with alert-based triggers, the administrator can automate actions such as sending notifications, restarting services, or executing scripts.

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Flashcards 61-70

Flashcard 61

  • Q: What type of task should be used in Calm to ensure a script runs after a VM is decommissioned?
  • A: A Post-delete task should be used to execute a script or perform actions after a VM is decommissioned or removed.

Flashcard 62

  • Q: How does Nutanix Calm ensure consistent application deployment across different environments?
  • A: Calm Blueprints use standardized configurations, macros, and tasks to ensure that applications are deployed consistently across different environments.

Flashcard 63

  • Q: Which Calm feature allows the dynamic allocation of IP addresses during VM deployment?
  • A: Macros like @@{address}@@ or integration with an IPAM solution can dynamically allocate IP addresses during deployment.

Flashcard 64

  • Q: What should an administrator do to troubleshoot a failed task in a Calm Playbook?
  • A: Review the task logs and error messages in the Playbook's execution history to identify the cause of the failure and take corrective action.

Flashcard 65

  • Q: What is the purpose of the “Audit Tab” in Nutanix Calm?
  • A: The Audit Tab provides logs and records of all actions and changes, which helps in tracking, validating, and troubleshooting deployments and operations.

Flashcard 66

  • Q: Which Calm feature helps automate scaling of applications based on resource usage?
  • A: Policies within Calm Blueprints can define conditions for scaling applications up or down based on metrics like CPU or memory usage.

Flashcard 67

  • Q: How can administrators restrict who can approve changes in a Calm environment?
  • A: By configuring Approval Policies that define roles or specific users who have the authority to approve changes.

Flashcard 68

  • Q: What action should be taken if a blueprint deployment fails due to network configuration issues?
  • A: Verify network settings, including network adapters, IP address allocation, and firewall rules, to ensure they are correctly configured.

Flashcard 69

  • Q: How does Calm help maintain security compliance during automation?
  • A: Calm integrates security checks, approval workflows, and role-based access controls (RBAC) to enforce security compliance throughout the automation process.

Flashcard 70

  • Q: Which component in Calm allows users to provision resources like VMs and applications without admin intervention?
  • A: The Self-Service Portal enables end-users to provision and manage resources autonomously within defined project boundaries and policies.

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Flashcards 71-80

Flashcard 71

  • Q: What is the purpose of the Calm Self-Service Portal in Nutanix?
  • A: The Self-Service Portal allows end-users to provision, manage, and automate resources like VMs and applications without needing admin intervention.

Flashcard 72

  • Q: How do Calm Playbooks improve operational efficiency?
  • A: Playbooks automate repetitive tasks and complex workflows, reducing manual effort and the potential for errors in day-to-day operations.

Flashcard 73

  • Q: What is the benefit of using Calm Blueprints in a hybrid cloud environment?
  • A: Calm Blueprints provide a standardized way to deploy applications and services across different cloud environments, ensuring consistency and reducing management overhead.

Flashcard 74

  • Q: What action should an administrator take if they receive a "check login" error when launching a Blueprint from the Calm Marketplace?
  • A: Verify and update the credentials in the Project Environment to ensure they are valid and properly configured.

Flashcard 75

  • Q: How does Nutanix Calm support multi-cloud deployments?
  • A: Calm supports multi-cloud deployments by allowing Blueprints to be designed for various cloud environments, such as AHV, AWS, Azure, and VMware.

Flashcard 76

  • Q: Which Nutanix Calm feature is used to automate responses to security alerts?
  • A: Calm Playbooks can be configured to automatically respond to security alerts by executing predefined actions.

Flashcard 77

  • Q: What is the role of the "Execute" task in a Calm Blueprint?
  • A: The "Execute" task is used to run scripts or commands on a VM or service during the deployment process.

Flashcard 78

  • Q: How can administrators ensure that a Calm Blueprint deployment is compliant with internal policies?
  • A: By setting Approval Policies and using RBAC to control who can make changes or approve deployments.

Flashcard 79

  • Q: What is a "Post-delete" task in Nutanix Calm?
  • A: A Post-delete task performs actions after a resource, such as a VM, is deleted, typically used for cleanup operations.

Flashcard 80

  • Q: Which Calm component would you use to standardize the deployment of applications across different teams in an organization?
  • A: The Calm Marketplace, which allows Blueprints and applications to be published and reused across different teams, ensuring standardized deployments.

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Flashcards 81-90

Flashcard 81

  • Q: How can administrators use Calm to integrate with third-party services?
  • A: Calm integrates with third-party services using HTTP tasks and API calls, allowing scripts to communicate and interact with external applications.

Flashcard 82

  • Q: What is the function of "Blueprint Versioning" in Nutanix Calm?
  • A: Blueprint Versioning allows administrators to track changes over time, manage different versions of a blueprint, and maintain consistency across deployments.

Flashcard 83

  • Q: Which Calm feature can be used to define infrastructure and application requirements for optimized automation?
  • A: Blueprints can define both infrastructure and application requirements, allowing for optimized deployment and automation settings.

Flashcard 84

  • Q: What is the purpose of using "Macros" in Nutanix Calm Blueprints?
  • A: Macros allow for dynamic value assignment during deployment, such as assigning IP addresses, hostnames, or other environment-specific variables.

Flashcard 85

  • Q: When should an administrator use "Manual triggers" in Calm Playbooks?
  • A: Manual triggers should be used when a specific action or task needs to be initiated by a user rather than an automated alert or event.

Flashcard 86

  • Q: How can an administrator minimize the risk of resource overuse in a Calm-managed environment?
  • A: By setting quotas and limits in Project Quotas, administrators can control the consumption of resources like CPU, memory, and storage.

Flashcard 87

  • Q: What is the purpose of "Task Automation" in Calm?
  • A: Task Automation simplifies repetitive operations, reduces manual workload, and ensures tasks are performed consistently and accurately.

Flashcard 88

  • Q: Which Nutanix Calm feature helps manage dependencies between different services in a deployment?
  • A: Service Dependencies are defined in Calm Blueprints to manage the order in which services are started or stopped, ensuring they function correctly.

Flashcard 89

  • Q: How does Nutanix Calm handle the scaling out of applications?
  • A: Calm Blueprints can define scaling policies and use macros like @@{calm_array_index}@@ to ensure unique resource names and consistent scaling.

Flashcard 90

  • Q: What is a primary use case for the Nutanix Calm "Marketplace"?
  • A: The Marketplace is used to provide a centralized location for publishing, sharing, and deploying standardized Blueprints and applications across an organization.

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Flashcards 91-100

Flashcard 91

  • Q: Which Calm feature should be used to create automated workflows for complex multi-step deployments?
  • A: Calm Blueprints are used to create automated workflows that define the steps required for deploying complex applications and services.

Flashcard 92

  • Q: How can an administrator ensure that only specific users can access the Calm Self-Service Portal?
  • A: By configuring Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) policies, administrators can restrict access to the Self-Service Portal to authorized users only.

Flashcard 93

  • Q: What is a common reason for a Playbook failing to execute in Nutanix Calm?
  • A: Common reasons include incorrect task configuration, invalid credentials, network issues, or missing dependencies.

Flashcard 94

  • Q: What is the purpose of the "Soft Delete" action in Nutanix Calm?
  • A: Soft Delete temporarily removes a resource (like a VM) but retains its data and settings, allowing for potential recovery or reactivation.

Flashcard 95

  • Q: How can Nutanix Calm be used to optimize cost and performance in a hybrid cloud environment?
  • A: By using Blueprints and Playbooks to automate workload placement and scaling across on-premises and cloud environments based on cost and performance criteria.

Flashcard 96

  • Q: What steps should be taken if a Blueprint deployment fails due to insufficient permissions?
  • A: Verify and update the credentials used in the deployment to ensure they have the necessary permissions, and check RBAC settings for the project.

Flashcard 97

  • Q: How do Calm Playbooks enhance security in a Nutanix environment?
  • A: Playbooks automate responses to security events, such as triggering alerts, isolating compromised systems, or applying security patches.

Flashcard 98

  • Q: Which Nutanix Calm feature is used to create a trigger for an alert when a VM becomes idle?
  • A: Alert policies can be configured to detect when a VM becomes idle and can trigger a Playbook to execute specific actions.

Flashcard 99

  • Q: What is the benefit of using the "HTTP Task" in Calm automation?
  • A: The HTTP Task allows integration with external APIs and third-party services, enabling a wide range of automation possibilities beyond Nutanix-native capabilities.

Flashcard 100

  • Q: How does Nutanix Calm help maintain compliance in cloud environments?
  • A: Calm uses RBAC, Approval Policies, and automated workflows to enforce compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements during deployments.

This completes the final set of flashcards for the Nutanix NCP-MCA 6.5 exam. You now have 100 flashcards covering the exam blueprint comprehensively. These flashcards should help reinforce your knowledge and prepare you thoroughly for the test. Let me know if you have any specific questions or need further clarification on any topics! Good luck with your exam preparation! 🎉📘