To apply the latest OS security patches on a Windows server managed by NDB, the user should create and apply a Maintenance Plan within the NDB interface. NDB provides a Maintenance Plan feature that allows administrators to schedule and automate OS patching for database server VMs, ensuring patches are applied in a controlled manner without disrupting database operations. This includes validating the patch process, rolling back if needed, and maintaining compliance with security standards. The plan can be configured to target the specific Windows server and include the latest security updates from Microsoft.
Other options are incorrect or insufficient:
A. Reboot the system: A reboot alone does not apply patches; it may only activate previously installed updates.
C. Update the database: This focuses on database software, not OS security patches.
D. Use update functionality directly on the VM: Manual updates bypass NDB’s control, risking inconsistency and potential downtime without proper validation.
Thus, the verified answer is B, leveraging NDB’s centralized maintenance capabilities.
Official Nutanix Database Automation References
Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA) course, Module 6: Maintenance and Patching, Lesson 6.3: Creating Maintenance Plans.
Nutanix Certified Professional - Database Automation (NCP-DB) v6.5 Knowledge Objectives, Section 6: Optimize NDB Solutions, Objective 6.3: Manage Maintenance Plans (applicable to v6.10).
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