Nutanix Certified Associate Practice Exam

Which replication model is used to replicate snapshots on the same cluster as the source VM?

1. Off-prem replication

2. Local replication

3. Remote replication

4. On-prem replication

The correct answer is: Local replication

The correct answer identifies local replication, which is specifically designed to replicate snapshots of virtual machines (VMs) within the same cluster. This model is efficient in that it allows for quick recovery options and reduction of downtime by providing immediate access to the replicated data. Local replication supports operations such as testing and development, where immediate access to a snapshot of the data is necessary without the need for external resources or additional networking configurations. This model allows organizations to balance efficiency with resource management, as the data doesn't need to traverse external networks. The other options generally refer to replication models that involve transferring data or snapshots beyond the local cluster. Off-prem replication and remote replication pertain to scenarios where data is sent to different physical locations or instances, thereby incurring additional latency and complexity. On-prem replication might imply using local resources but does not specifically denote the focused context of snapshot management within the same cluster. In contrast, local replication is explicitly designed to streamline that process.