Ref: https://next.nutanix.com/server-virtualization-27/iops-latency-issue-1168

Based on the subnet assignments from the exhibit provided, the Hypervisor Management IP addresses fall within the 10.170.0.5, 10.170.0.6, 10.170.0.7 range with a subnet mask of 255.255.240.0, indicating a /20 subnet. However, the Foundation VM (FVM) and the Consultant Laptop should ideally be on the same subnet as the Controller Virtual Machine (CVM) to facilitate easy access and management. The CVM IP addresses indicated are 10.170.0.4, 10.170.0.9, and 10.170.0.10 with subnet 255.255.240.0 (/20). Thus, the appropriate choice for the FVM and Laptop that matches the subnet without overlapping with existing IPs and allows network configuration without conflicts would be in the same /24 range as suggested in option D, i.e., FVM:
10.170.25.2/24, Laptop: 10.170.25.12/24.
References:
* Nutanix Networking and Foundation Setup Guidelines

When deploying the latest AOS along with the latest Nutanix hardware, it is essential for the consultant to review multiple sources of information to ensure a successful installation. Release Notes provide details about new features, improvements, and known issues in the latest version of AOS. Software Product Interoperability outlines compatibility between different software versions, ensuring that the AOS and any integrated applications or environments will function correctly. Field & Security Advisories inform about potential security issues and recommended practices to avoid common pitfalls or security risks.
References:
* Nutanix Bible: Documentation and Release Information
* Nutanix University: Installation and Security Best Practices

When installing a Nutanix cluster on hardware servers pre-loaded with an existing operating system such as DiscoverOS, the best approach is to re-image the bare metal nodes. This process involves using the Nutanix Foundation tool to install the required Nutanix software (such as AOS and Hypervisor) onto the nodes, replacing any pre-existing software. This ensures that the hardware is properly configured and optimized for the Nutanix environment.References:
* Nutanix University - NCS-Core 6.8 Learning Path
* The Nutanix Bible, Foundation chapter (https://www.nutanixbible.com/)

To address critical alerts about components using default passwords in the Prism Element Web Console:
* C. Check NCC results and review the associated KB: The Nutanix Cluster Check (NCC) tool can identify security vulnerabilities, including default password usage. Reviewing the results and associated knowledge base articles provides specific guidance on changing these passwords to secure the environment.
References:
* Nutanix Bible (https://www.nutanixbible.com), specifically sections on cluster health checks and security practices.
* Nutanix University: NCS-Core 6.8 Training (https://university.nutanix.com), which includes instruction on using NCC for cluster validation and security enhancements.