What is the location of the VMware Aria Automation Orchestrator log files within the VMware Aria
Automation appliance?
D
Explanation:
VMware Technical Support routinely requests diagnostic information when you submit a support
request. This diagnostic information contains product-specific logs and configuration files from the
host on which the product runs.
Automation Orchestrator Appliancelogs are stored in the/data/vco/usr/lib/vco/app-
server/logs/directory. You export the logs of yourAutomation Orchestrator Appliancedeployment
by logging in to the appliance command line and running thevracli log-bundlecommand. The
generated log bundle is saved on the root folder of yourAutomation Orchestrator Appliance.
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Which three statements could an administrator use to describe how Stages and Tasks work within a
pipeline created within VMware Aria Automation Pipelines? (Choose three.)
A B, E, F
Explanation:
Within VMware Aria Automation Pipelines, Stages and Tasks are fundamental components that
define the workflow. Here’s how they function:
A Task can run either in parallel or sequentially to other Tasks within the same Stage (A): This
flexibility allows for efficient resource usage and optimization of deployment processes.
A Stage can run either in parallel or sequentially to other Stages within the same Pipeline (B): This
enables complex workflows to be broken down into manageable segments, which can be executed
based on dependencies or simultaneously if there are no interdependencies.
A Stage can have more than one Task (E): Each Stage can encapsulate multiple Tasks, allowing for
intricate workflows within a single Stage.
A Pipeline can have more than one Stage (F): A pipeline is typically composed of multiple stages,
each representing a different phase of the deployment process, such as development, testing, and
production.
These configurations provide significant flexibility and control over the deployment processes within
VMware Aria Automation Pipelines, facilitating sophisticated CI/CD workflows.
Reference
Using VMware Aria Automation Pipelines
VMware Aria Automation Pipelines User Guide
Which kub-ctl command should an administrator run to check VMware Aria Automation service pod
resource usage?
C
Explanation:
To check the resource usage (CPU and memory) of the VMware Aria Automation service pods, the
kubectl top pods command is used within the specific namespace. The top command provides a live
view of resource utilization for pods, showing the current CPU and memory consumption. By
specifying the namespace with -n prelude, this command targets the VMware Aria Automation pods
specifically.
This approach is efficient for monitoring and troubleshooting, as it provides immediate feedback on
resource usage, helping administrators manage and optimize their Kubernetes cluster's
performance.
Reference:
Stack Overflow: Check pod resources consumption
Kubernetes Documentation: Monitoring resources
Although an organization has sufficient capacity within the on-premises VMware SDDC, the CTO has
decided to evolve the public cloud strategy into a "Right Cloud First" strategy. To support this, the
administrator has suggested the use of VMware Aria Automation to provide a consistent portal with
a multi-cloud service catalog to enable the users to use self-service to deploy workloads into
different clouds. The administrator needs to configure cloud accounts for public clouds to support the
new strategy.
Which two of the public clouds are supported platforms? (Choose two.)
A, E
Explanation:
VMware Aria Automation supports multiple public cloud platforms for integration, allowing
administrators to create a consistent multi-cloud service catalog. Among the supported platforms
are:
Microsoft Azure: This integration enables administrators to manage and deploy workloads on Azure
using the VMware Aria Automation portal, taking advantage of Azure's extensive cloud services and
infrastructure.
Google Cloud Platform (GCP): Similarly, GCP integration allows users to deploy and manage their
resources on Google's cloud infrastructure through the same unified VMware Aria Automation
interface.
These integrations are crucial for organizations adopting a "Right Cloud First" strategy, providing
flexibility and consistency across different cloud environments.
Reference:
VMware Aria Automation Documentation
VMware Cloud Management Blog
Assuming no additional inputs have been added to the automation template and the custom form is
not enabled, which two fields are always flagged as mandatory when requesting a catalog item?
(Choose two.)
B, E
Explanation:
When requesting a catalog item in VMware Aria Automation, certain fields are mandatory to ensure
proper configuration and resource allocation. Even if no additional inputs have been added to the
automation template and the custom form is not enabled, the following fields are always required:
Project: This field specifies the project under which the deployment will be managed. It defines the
scope and access permissions for the resources being deployed.
Deployment name: This field provides a unique identifier for the deployment, allowing
administrators and users to easily manage and reference the specific deployment within the VMware
Aria Automation portal.
These mandatory fields ensure that the deployment is correctly associated with the appropriate
project and can be easily identified and managed.
Reference:
VMware Aria Automation Form Customization Guide
VMware Aria Automation User Guide
What is a valid consideration when using cloudConfig in YAML?
D
Explanation:
When using cloudConfig in YAML for VMware Aria Automation, it is essential to properly format and
align the configuration. The cloudConfig section should be aligned with other parts of the machine
properties, such as image, flavor, and networks. This ensures that the YAML syntax is correct and that
the configuration is applied appropriately during the deployment process.
Proper alignment and indentation are critical in YAML files as they define the structure and hierarchy
of the data, which must be correctly interpreted by the automation tools.
Reference:
Kubernetes Configuration Best Practices
VMware Aria Automation Configuration Guide
An administrator wants to upgrade their VMware Aria Automation deployment to the next available
version. Which product must the administrator use to achieve this task?
B
Explanation:
To upgrade a VMware Aria Automation deployment to the next available version, the administrator
must use VMware Aria Suite Lifecycle. This tool provides a comprehensive framework for managing
the lifecycle of VMware Aria Suite products, including upgrades, installations, and patching. The
upgrade process involves several steps, such as ensuring the system meets hardware and software
requirements, performing pre-upgrade checks, and managing snapshots to ensure a smooth upgrade
process.
VMware Aria Suite Lifecycle ensures that all dependencies, such as VMware Workspace ONE Access,
are also updated as needed to maintain compatibility and functionality within the VMware Aria Suite
environment.
Reference
VMware Aria Suite Lifecycle Documentation
Upgrading VMware Aria Automation
Which two types of VMware Aria Automation Pipelines endpoints are supported' (Choose two.)
A, B
Explanation:
VMware Aria Automation Pipelines support multiple endpoints to integrate with various tools and
platforms. Two of the supported endpoints are:
Ansible Tower: This endpoint allows integration with Ansible Tower for automation and configuration
management, enabling tasks such as playbook execution and inventory management within
pipelines.
Jenkins: This endpoint facilitates integration with Jenkins, a popular open-source automation server,
enabling continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) workflows within VMware Aria
Automation Pipelines.
These integrations allow administrators to leverage existing automation tools and CI/CD processes
within the VMware Aria Automation environment, enhancing the overall automation and
orchestration capabilities.
Reference
VMware Aria Automation Pipelines Documentation
An attempt upgrade an existing cloud proxy for use with VMware Aria Automation fails with a
manifest access error. What is a possible reason?
B
Explanation:
A manifest access error during an upgrade attempt of an existing cloud proxy for use with VMware
Aria Automation is likely due to incorrect access permissions on the manifest file. The file located at
/opt/vmware/var/lib/vami/update/provider/provider-runtime.xml must have the correct
permissions to be accessed and used during the upgrade process. If the permissions are incorrect,
the system will not be able to read or modify the file, leading to the manifest access error.
Reference
Troubleshooting VMware Aria Automation
VMware Aria Automation Cloud Proxy Configuration
Which VMware Aria Automation service allows an administrator to import released cloud templates
and Amazon Web Services CloudFormation templates that users can deploy?
C
Explanation:
VMware Aria Automation Assembler is the service within VMware Aria Automation that allows an
administrator to import released cloud templates and Amazon Web Services (AWS) CloudFormation
templates for deployment. This service provides a central point for designing, creating, and
managing cloud templates and blueprints, facilitating a streamlined process for deploying cloud
resources across different environments.
By using Aria Automation Assembler, administrators can leverage pre-built templates, customize
them as needed, and ensure that users can deploy consistent and compliant resources.
Reference
VMware Aria Automation Assembler Documentation
Importing Templates in VMware Aria Automation