Which two solutions are used for backing up a Cisco DNA Center Assurance database? (Choose two)

Question

Options

• ANFS share
• Bnon-linux server
• Clocal server
• Dremote server
• Ebare metal server

• A
  91% (53)
• B
  2% (1)
• C
  3% (2)
• E
  3% (2)

Explanation

Cisco DNA Center Assurance Database Backup

Cisco DNA Center supports two methods for backing up the Assurance database: an NFS (Network File System) share and a remote server. NFS shares provide a network-accessible storage solution that allows the backup data to be stored off the appliance, while a remote server enables the backup to be sent to a separate, dedicated system - both ensuring data redundancy and recovery options outside the local device.

Why the distractors are wrong:

• B (non-linux server): Cisco DNA Center is Linux-based, and backup configurations do not reference server OS type as a backup destination category.
• C (local server): Storing backups locally on the same appliance defeats the purpose of disaster recovery; Cisco does not support local-only Assurance backups for this reason.
• E (bare metal server): While DNA Center itself can run on bare metal, "bare metal server" is not a recognized backup destination type in the DNA Center backup configuration.

Memory Tip: Think "NFS + Remote = Safe" - both options take your backup data away from the DNA Center appliance itself, which is the core principle of a solid backup strategy. If you remember that backups must be off-device and network-accessible, options A and D naturally stand out.

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