Management for VMware

• Replacing self-signed SSL certificates to improve ESXi security

  Tip -VMware’s default, self-signed SSL certificates ensure data encryption. By importing certificates from trusted, third-parties, however, you can improve ESXi security even further.

• VMware Lab Manager

  Definition -VMware Lab Manager is a software development and testing tool that enables designers and engineers to pool network and storage resources... (Continued)

• Getting started with VMware Orchestrator

  Tip -VMware Orchestrator automation and plug-ins make some parts of an admin’s job easier, but there is a steep learning curve to move beyond built-in workflows.

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• Advanced ESXi troubleshooting with Tech Support Mode

  Tip -With Tech Support Mode enabled, you can use advanced VMware troubleshooting commands to diagnose and resolve ESXi host problems when the vSphere Client won’t do.

• VMware snapshots explained

  Tutorial -VMware snapshots are a lifesaver. If things go wrong, VMware snapshots can restore a VM back to normal. But if they’re managed poorly, virtualization performance may suffer.

• ESXi console tech support mode: When the vSphere Client isn’t enough

  Tip -The ESXi console and its tech support mode can solve many issues that the vSphere Client can’t. Once enabled, you have the power of the Linux command line at your disposal.

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• Configuring VMware vSwitch security settings: Don’t trust defaults

  Tip -It is important for administrators to understand and address the default VMware vSwitch security settings that could leave their networks vulnerable to attacks.

• Top five VMware network performance tips

  Tip -Tweaking a few, simple configuration settings can improve VMware network performance and ensure that VMs receive their fair share of bandwidth.

• Open source alternatives to VMware vShield Zones

  Tip -If VMware vShield Zones is slowing you down, there are several, effective open source alternatives in the form of virtual firewalls and intrusion protection systems available.

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• VMware pros glean vSphere roadmap from CTO in VMUG videos

  News -VMware customers hope that vSphere virtualization products will soon have more automation and integration.

• VMware SSD updates: Making a solid case for local ESXi storage

  Tip -Solid-state storage is beginning to make a splash in data centers, and there are a handful of VMware SSD use cases for that can improve ESXi host performance.

• HotLink SuperVISOR offers multi-hypervisor management through vCenter

  News -For newly mixed hypervisor shops, HotLink SuperVISOR lets operations teams use the VMware vCenter management stack they already know and love.

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• VMware vCenter Converter: V2V and P2V migrations made easy

  Tip -VMware vCenter Converter Standalone is a free tool that shops can use to import VMs from other virtualization platforms into vSphere or perform a hassle-free P2V migration.

• Using VMware Fusion for Mac to get more from your Windows VM

  Tip -VMware Fusion for Mac is a boon for IT pros that work with various OSes. VMware Fusion 4, in particular, can create snapshots and allow a Windows VM to use built-in Mac devices.

• VMware ThinApp deep dive: Deployed vs. streaming execution modes

  Tip -If you’re using VMware ThinApp for application virtualization, you should know the difference between its deployed and streaming execution modes.

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• VMware vSphere Command Line Interface: Using vCLI for ESXi management

  Tip -If you’re a command-line lover, you may prefer to use the vSphere Command Line Interface instead of the vSphere Client for managing ESXi hosts.

• VMware Auto Deploy: ESXi installation made easy

  Tip -Installing ESXi is time consuming, but you can automate the ESXi installation and configuration process with VMware Auto Deploy in vSphere 5.

• ESXi console tech support mode: When the vSphere Client isn’t enough

  Tip -The ESXi console and its tech support mode can solve many issues that the vSphere Client can’t. Once enabled, you have the power of the Linux command line at your disposal.

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• Installing the vSphere Web Client for browser-based VMware management

  Tip -Break free from the Windows ball and chain, and install the vSphere Web Client for browser-based VMware management. It’s great for admins who are constantly on the go.

• VMware vSphere Web Client: Browsing the features

  Tip -The vSphere Web Client includes most features found in the traditional vSphere Client with the added advantage of allowing admins to work from any location or operating system.

• VMware management with vSphere Client for iPad

  Tip -With the vSphere Client for iPad, you can break your desk chains and perform VMware management tasks from virtually anywhere.

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• Getting started with VMware Orchestrator

  Tip -VMware Orchestrator automation and plug-ins make some parts of an admin’s job easier, but there is a steep learning curve to move beyond built-in workflows.

• An inside look at the vCenter Operations Management Suite

  Tip -VMware’s new vCenter Operations Management Suite bundles several infrastructure products that administrators can use together to improve insight into their environments.

• Using VM performance monitoring tools for VMware vSphere 5

  Tip -There are a variety of VM performance monitoring tools for VMware vSphere 5. Using the right combination of utilities will ensure a productive and efficient virtual environment.

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• Replacing self-signed SSL certificates to improve ESXi security

  Tip -VMware’s default, self-signed SSL certificates ensure data encryption. By importing certificates from trusted, third-parties, however, you can improve ESXi security even further.

• VMware source code leak: The implications

  Podcast -While the extent of the VMware source code is still in question, that hasn’t stopped IT shops from wondering about the potential fallout.

• Selecting the right storage configuration for Site Recovery Manager

  Tip -Crafting a comprehensive DR plan with VMware Site Recovery Plan is no easy feat. It involves choosing a storage configuration, replication technology and recovery time objective.

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