You plan to use the Azure Import/Export service to seed 20 TB of data into an Azure Storage account by sending your own disks. Which two actions are required to ensure the import job is processed correctly and that you can track its status?
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Correct answer: Use the WAImportExport v2 tool to write data to each drive, which BitLocker-encrypts the drives and generates journal files; upload the journal (.jrn) files to the import job before shipping., After shipping, update the import job with the carrier name and tracking number so Microsoft can receive and process the drives..
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The WAImportExport v2 tool is essential for preparing your drives for an Azure Import job. It encrypts the data with BitLocker and generates journal files, which contain critical information about the data on the drives. These journal files must be uploaded to the import job creation process in the Azure portal before you ship the physical drives. After shipping, updating the import job with the carrier name and tracking number is crucial. This allows Microsoft to track your shipment, receive the drives, and process your import job efficiently. Incorrect options: Data Box is a separate service for large-scale data transfer and is not used for Azure Import/Export jobs where you provide your own disks. Including storage account access keys on a USB drive is a security risk and not part of the Azure Import/Export process. Authentication is handled through the journal files and job creation. Private endpoints are for secure network access to Azure services, not a requirement for the Azure Import/Export service to copy data. The service operates independently of your storage account's network configuration for data transfer.
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