If you manage a vSphere environment of practically any size, virtual machine hardware version upgrades are a task you probably don’t look forward to. The process is straightforward enough for one or two VMs, but when you’re looking at hundreds of machines spread across multiple clusters and hosts, clicking through the vSphere or vCenter UI…
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Automating VM Power Operations in vCenter Without PowerCLI
Automate VM power operations in vCenter using native PowerShell and the REST API – no PowerCLI required. This approach delivers controlled concurrency, smart shutdown handling, and minimal overhead. It is a simple way to make maintenance windows faster and more predictable.
Announced Features for VCF 9
Details are starting to drop about Broadcom’s flagship solution platform: VCF 9! In this article, get a preview of what’s new and headed your way!
Problem Investigation: Excessive DNS Queries and etcd Failure Messages
In a recent troubleshooting session, my team noticed an alarming surge in DNS queries and puzzling etcd error messages on two of our hosts. Despite having no firewall rules in place to block traffic, we discovered that the etcd service was rejecting connections. Had an old configuration change finally come back to haunt us? The answer may surprise you.
Fortified vCenter Security – Replace the SSL Machine Certificate in vCenter 8
In this article, we explore how to enhance the security of your vCenter Server by replacing the default self-signed SSL certificate with a signed certificate. VMware has streamlined the process in vCenter 8, making the workflow much easier and more efficient for Administrators. This article will provide an overview of the updated procedure and highlight key considerations to ensure a successful implementation.