Nutanix Certified Associate Practice Exam

To update firmware in a cluster with no internet access, what two steps must be completed?

1. Download a dark site bundle and stage it on an internal webserver.

2. Download the updated firmware .tgz file from the Nutanix portal.

3. Configure LCM with a URL to access the firmware bundle.

4. Select Upgrade Software, then select disks and upload the updated firmware.

The correct answer is: Download a dark site bundle and stage it on an internal webserver.

The correct answer involves the necessary steps to successfully update firmware in a Nutanix cluster that does not have internet access. To ensure that the firmware update process can proceed in such an environment, it is essential to obtain the necessary firmware files outside of the cluster, then stage them correctly within the local infrastructure. Downloading a dark site bundle and staging it on an internal web server is a critical initial step. This process allows the organization to gather all the necessary components required for the firmware update in a single package. The dark site bundle includes firmware updates and all additional files that might be needed during the update process. By hosting these files on an internal web server, users can facilitate access to the firmware from within the network, overcoming the lack of internet connectivity. This method ensures that the cluster management tools can locate and utilize the firmware updates straightforwardly. While obtaining the updated firmware .tgz file from the Nutanix portal is necessary, it is just one part of the overall process. Configuring LCM with a URL to access the firmware bundle becomes relevant only after the files are available on an accessible internal server. Furthermore, selecting to upgrade software and uploading front-end files directly without staging them properly would not accommodate a situation where internet access is not available.