Nutanix Updated NCP-DB Exam Questions and Answers by iqra

NDB supports SMTP server configuration for sending email notifications and alerts. SMTP server configuration requires specifying the SMTP server address, port, username, password, and encryption method. The encryption method determines how the email messages are secured during transmission. NDB supports two encryption methods for SMTP server configuration: TLS and SSL.

TLS (Transport Layer Security) is a protocol that encrypts and authenticates data between the email client and the SMTP server. TLS can operate in two modes: explicit and implicit. In explicit mode, the email client and the SMTP server negotiate the encryption method and parameters after establishing a plain text connection. This mode typically uses port 587. In implicit mode, the email client and the SMTP server assume that the connection is encrypted from the start, without any negotiation. This mode typically uses port 465.

SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is a predecessor of TLS that also encrypts and authenticates data between the email client and the SMTP server. SSL operates in implicit mode only, and uses port 465 by default. SSL is less secure than TLS, but it is still widely used and supported by many email providers.

S/MIME (Secure/Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) is a standard that encrypts and signs email messages at the application layer, rather than the transport layer. S/MIME requires the use of digital certificates and public key cryptography to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of email messages. S/MIME is not a valid encryption method for SMTP server configuration, as it does not affect the connection between the email client and the SMTP server.

IPsec (Internet Protocol Security) is a suite of protocols that secures IP packets at the network layer, rather than the application or transport layer. IPsec can encrypt and authenticate data between any two IP endpoints, such as routers, firewalls, or hosts. IPsec is not a valid encryption method for SMTP server configuration, as it does not apply to the specific protocol or port used by SMTP.

References:

• Nutanix Database Automation (NCP-DB) Course Details, Section 1.4: NDB Alerts and Notifications
• Nutanix Database Automation (NCP-DB) Certification Details, Objective 1.4: Configure NDB Alerts and Notifications
• Nutanix Database Automation (NCP-DB) YouTube Playlist, Video 1.4: NDB Alerts and Notifications
• [Nutanix Database Automation (NCP-DB) User Guide], Section 1.4: Configure SMTP Server Settings

The correct answer is B and D because these are the two status values that can be set within the Alerts Dashboard in NDB. Resolved means that the alert has been fixed and no longer requires attention. Acknowledged means that the alert has been seen and is being worked on. Option A is incorrect because Auto is not a status value, but a mode that automatically resolves alerts based on predefined rules. Option C is incorrect because Data Resiliency is not a status value, but a feature that ensures the availability and integrity of the data in NDB.

References: The following sources provide more information about the Alerts Dashboard and its status values in NDB:

• Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA) course, Module 3: Monitoring Alerts and Storage Usage Within an NDB Implementation, Lesson 3.1: Monitoring Alerts
• Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) v6.5, Knowledge Objectives, Section 3 - Monitor Alerts and Storage Usage Within an NDB Implementation
• Nutanix Database Service (NDB) User Guide, Chapter 3: Monitoring Alerts and Storage Usage Within an NDB Implementation, Section 3.1: Monitoring Alerts
• [Nutanix Support & Insights], Resolving All Alerts Related to a Database or Database Server VM in NDB

This is because it allows the database to be refreshed at the exact time specified (9:30 PM) with the most recent data. The other options either perform the snapshot before the desired time or do not specify when the snapshot would occur. Please note that the exact answer might depend on the specific database system and its capabilities. Always refer to the database’s documentation for the most accurate information.

• Option A: Nutanix Era requires network prerequisites like NTP, DNS servers, gateway, and subnet mask to be available and visible. These are essential for the proper functioning of the Era instance1.
• Option B: One static IP address must be available and can be changed using CLI after VM deployment. This is necessary for the Era VM to communicate with other components in the network1.
• Option C: While a storage container is necessary for Nutanix infrastructure, it is not a network prerequisite specifically for deploying an Era instance.
• Option D: An SMTP server and details are typically used for sending notifications, but they are not a network prerequisite for deploying an Era instance. They are more related to the operational aspect post-deployment.