If you're working with ESXi without access to vCenter, you can still move a virtual machine from one datastore to another using the ESXi host's web interface (ESXi Embedded Host Client). Here's a step-by-step guide for that scenario: Step 1: Access the ESXi Host Open a web browser and enter the IP address or hostname…
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ESXi 6.7 OVF Tool to Migrate to New ESXi Host
Today I'm going to show you how to use the VMWare OVF Tool to migrate your virtual machines to a new ESXi host. This is particularly pertinent when you've got a small implementation and are using the free version of VMWare and don't have access to vCenter to be able to clone the VMs to…
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ESXi 6.7 OVF Tool to Export VMs
Today I'm going to show you how to export your ESXi VMs via a command line tool called OVF Tool. Why is this needed I hear you ask? This issue came about because I tried to export a VM via the ESXi 6.7 Web Admin Portal and it kept failing. I did a bit of…
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ESXi 7U1 Can’t See RAID Logical Drive on HPE ML350G10
Just a brief post today to outline how to rectify an issue where ESXi 7U1 can't see a SATA Logical drive from your RAID configuration. This is despite using the HPE Custom ESXi ISO image so we knew the drivers were available to the ESXi install. Just a bit of background, so you're aware of…
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