What are two benefits of virtual compatibility mode for RDMs, as compared to physical compatibility mode? (Choose two)
A.
Allows the use of SAN-aware applications
B.
Allows for cloning
C.
Allows for the use of array-based snapshots
D.
Allows for template creation of the related virtual machine
Explanation:
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Option Description
Physical Allows the guest operating system to access the hardware directly. Physical compatibility is useful if you are using SAN-aware applications on the virtual machine. However, a virtual machine with a physical compatibility RDM cannot be cloned, made into a template, or migrated if the migration involves copying the disk.
Virtual Allows the RDM to behave as if it were a virtual disk, so you can use such features as taking a snapshot, cloning, and so on. When you clone the disk or make a template from it, the contents of the LUN are copied into a .vmdk virtual disk file. When you migrate a virtual compatibility mode RDM, you can migrate the mapping file or copy the contents of the LUN into a virtual disk