How many VAs should a production cluster generally consist of?

A production cluster in SailPoint Identity Now typically consists of at least two Virtual Appliances (VAs) to ensure high availability and redundancy. Having at least two VAs allows for load balancing and failover capabilities. This setup is critical in a production environment, where uptime and service reliability are paramount.

If one VA were to fail or undergo maintenance, the other VA would continue to provide services without interruption, ensuring business continuity. Additionally, having multiple VAs enables the distribution of workloads, improving performance and responsiveness for end-users.

In larger and more complex deployments, organizations may opt for more VAs, such as three or five, to enhance scalability and further strengthen fault tolerance. However, the minimum requirement of two VAs is essential for a robust production environment, making this the correct choice for the question asked.