If you’re new to VMware, you’ve probably come across the terms vCenter and vSphere used interchangeably. While they are both part of VMware’s virtualization ecosystem, they serve different purposes. In simple terms, vSphere is the virtualization platform, while vCenter is…
With the release of vSphere 5, VMware introduced a new concept called VIB, which stands for vSphere Installation Bundle. In simple terms, a VMware VIB is the core building block of an ESXi host image. If you want to add,…
When placing a VMware host into maintenance mode, you might encounter unexpected errors that halt your progress. One of the most common and frustrating messages is “waiting for active NFC session to terminate.” This issue doesn’t happen every time, but…
Knowing how to change vCenter hostname is essential for smooth VMware management. It helps you avoid remembering complex IP addresses and ensures consistent connectivity. Whether you’ve updated your DNS records, migrated networks, or renamed your environment, changing the vCenter hostname…
Updating ESXi hosts via ESXCLI is one of the most efficient ways to maintain a secure and stable VMware environment. Prerequisites Before Updating ESXi Hosts Before jumping into the update process, ensure you have the following in place: ⚡ Also,…
Securing your host is so important. For that, the best practice is to change the default password. This article will discuss various ways to change your ESXi root password. Why You Should Change the ESXi Root Password Securing your VMware…
