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2V0-620 · Question #190
2V0-620 Question #190: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is A: To prioritize access to a resource during contention.. Resource shares define relative weighted priority among VMs for a resource, but they only apply when that resource is under contention.
Section 2 – Administer vSphere Resources
Question
An administrator is cloning and configuring five new web server virtual machines. What would be the benefit of configuring resource shares for the new VMs?
Options
- ATo prioritize access to a resource during contention.
- BTo guarantee access to a resource during contention.
- CTo prioritize access to a resource before contention occurs.
- DTo guarantee access to a resource before contention occurs.
Explanation
Resource shares define relative weighted priority among VMs for a resource, but they only apply when that resource is under contention.
Common mistakes.
- B. Guaranteeing a minimum resource allocation regardless of contention is the function of a reservation, not shares.
- C. Shares have no effect before contention occurs; when resources are plentiful, all VMs receive what they need regardless of share values.
- D. Guaranteeing resources proactively before demand is exceeded is again the role of reservations, not shares.
Concept tested. vSphere resource shares behavior during contention
Topics
#resource shares#resource contention#VM prioritization
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