Which feature of the NetApp Element Plug-in for VMware vCenter Server applies to datastores?

The feature of the NetApp Element Plug-in for VMware vCenter Server that specifically applies to datastores is the ability to create clones. Cloning allows you to create a point-in-time copy of a virtual machine (VM) or a datastore without needing to replicate the entire dataset. This capability is particularly beneficial in a VMware environment for testing or development purposes, where you may want to spin up multiple instances of a VM from a single template or restore a VM to a past state quickly and efficiently.

Clones help maintain storage efficiency and speed in VM deployment, leveraging the underlying storage infrastructure provided by NetApp Element software. By using clones, organizations can optimize their storage resources, reduce the time to market for new services, and streamline the management of virtual environments.