Which option allows for automated backup and restore for virtual machines?

The option that allows for automated backup and restore of virtual machines is VMware Data Recovery. This tool is specifically designed to provide backup and restore capabilities for virtual machines in a VMware environment. It integrates seamlessly with vSphere, enabling users to backup their VM data easily and automate the backup process according to defined schedules. The primary function of VMware Data Recovery is to protect virtual machines by creating incremental backups, which helps reduce the time and storage needed for backups, while ensuring that data can be restored to a specific point in time.

In contrast, while VMware Site Recovery Manager is crucial for disaster recovery and orchestrating the failover and failback processes for VMs during site outages, it does not directly provide backup functionality. VMware Clarity refers to a design framework and does not pertain to backup or restore processes. VMware vBackup is not a recognized product within the VMware suite, which further supports the distinction of VMware Data Recovery as the primary tool for automated VM backup and restore.