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…
In the ever-evolving landscape of virtualization and cloud computing, staying at the forefront of technology is paramount. VMware, a global leader in virtualization and cloud infrastructure, has consistently delivered innovative solutions that empower organizations to harness the full potential of…
Logging is a crucial aspect of maintaining a healthy vSphere environment. Centralizing logs from vCenter and ESXi hosts on a remote syslog server can streamline monitoring and troubleshooting tasks. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of…
Managing logs efficiently is a crucial aspect of maintaining a virtualized environment. In VMware vSphere, vCenter plays a central role in overseeing the configuration and management of virtualized resources. One key component of this management is configuring syslog settings for…
Recently, I encountered a ticket where the customer faced difficulties writing to the var directory. In this article, we’ll explore how I resolved this issue: Having identified the root of the problem, let’s delve into the solution: With these steps…
