A physical Linux file server needs to be migrated to VMware ESXi. The server has several volumes:
/dev/sda (60GB), /dev/sdb (1TB) and /dev/sdc (4TB).
What is the quickest option to migrate the server?
- Create an empty VM and perform bare metal recovery inside the VM.
- Perform Instant VM Recovery.
- Perform Instant Disk Recovery for each volume.
- Export all disks, create an empty VM and attach the disks.
Answer(s): B
Explanation:
The quickest option for migrating a physical Linux file server with multiple volumes to VMware ESXi is to perform Instant VM Recovery. This feature allows you to run the server directly from the backup file in a VMware environment, significantly reducing the time and complexity involved in migration.
Reference:
Veeam Backup & Replication User Guide, Veeam Instant VM Recovery for Physical Servers
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