The 2025 vExpert Program is now open for applications! If you’re a VMware Enthusiast, this is your chance to join a prestigious group that recognizes your contributions to VMware communities. Here’s how you can apply: Steps to Apply What Happens…
If you’ve tried installing vCenter from macOS and encountered the error: This issue typically arises due to macOS security settings that prevent certain applications from running, even though they are safe. Fortunately, this problem can be easily resolved with a…
While deploying a vCenter Appliance on Fedora Linux, I encountered the following error: Error: The installer log, found in /tmp/vcsaUiInstaller, revealed this: At first, I suspected a permissions issue with layout.json, but after verifying the file permissions, everything seemed correct.…
Upgrading an ESXi host using the command line with internet access can be done by connecting the host to VMware’s online depot and using esxcli commands. Here’s a step-by-step guide to upgrade your ESXi host: Prerequisites: Steps to Upgrade ESXi:…
In one of the previous articles, I talked about the Retreat Mode, explaining its purpose and the method to put the cluster into Retreat Mode. However, in vSphere version 8.0.2(22617221), there is a new approach to enable Retreat Mode for…
Upgrading the hardware version of a virtual machine (VM) is a common practice to leverage the latest features and improvements. However, there are instances where downgrading the hardware version becomes necessary, especially when compatibility issues arise or when migrating VMs…
