Sometimes, a VM becomes unreachable due to network issues, leaving the ESXi host as the only point of access. In such cases, knowing how to retrieve files via SSH from ESXi can be a crucial skill for VMware administrators.
Encountering a situation where all virtual machine disks in vCenter show 0GB and options are greyed out? This issue often stems from an SSL certificate mismatch. In this guide, we walk you through diagnosing the problem and fixing it using VMware’s lsdocter script.
Sometimes, a virtual machine in ESXi may become unresponsive due to snapshot operations, high disk usage, or other issues. When traditional shutdown methods in vCenter or the ESXi web interface fail, using command-line tools like esxcli and vim-cmd can help forcefully shut down the VM.
VMware is moving towards a UEFI-only boot model, and ESXi 9.0 may completely drop legacy BIOS support. A recent blog by VMware architect William Lam and official VMware KB articles reinforce this shift. Administrators should assess their ESXi hosts and plan for a transition to UEFI to ensure future compatibility and security.
In this article, we explore the critical steps to investigate unexpected shutdowns and restarts of virtual machines in a VMware environment. Understanding the causes of these events is essential for maintaining system stability. We delve into various methods for analyzing VMware logs, including how to interpret key entries related to shutdown and restart events. By effectively identifying these issues, users can ensure a more reliable and efficient virtualized environment.
How to Check the Remote Management IP on ESXi | ESXi command to get server management IP
How can you obtain the remote management IP/out-of-band management IP address of a physical server on ESXi?
In routine ESXi server maintenance, identifying the drivers and firmware versions of RAID controller cards is a common requirement, especially when upgrades are necessary or
In this article, we explore the three types of VMware snapshots—memory, quiesced, and standard snapshots. We’ll break down their differences, ideal use cases, and how each snapshot type can help you optimize your VM management. Whether you’re ensuring data consistency or capturing VM states, this guide will provide practical insights for using VMware snapshots effectively.
Learn how to quickly and easily deploy a vSAN cluster using the vCenter vSAN Quickstart feature. This step-by-step guide covers everything from preparing your ESXi hosts to configuring advanced cluster options, ensuring a smooth and efficient vSAN setup.
Let us understand ESXi Kernel, is it actually Linux Kernel? What is the difference and the history of ESXi Kernel
