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VMWare Workstation preference Swapping issue
This may not even be the right place to post this but I figure someone on this forum could probably help me. I'm running VMWare workstation and trying to get it to work a little better with the 3 servers I have been running on it. I don't have enough RAM to really run these. I went to edit preferences and it has an option…
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Desktop Virtualization Linux host Windows guest; What do you use?
So I’ve been reading a number of threads and articles on this and I set up VBox last night on Fedora 12 and it seemed so very easy. I feel like there’s a catch here. They say that Vbox is faster, but no USB support in the OSE, but VMware has a reputation of getting the job done. I’ve used VMware desktop on XP and 7 and…
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Vmware Essentials?
Hey guys, I run a small enough shop that this looks like a helluva deal. Vmware essentials for $495! 3 servers is plenty, it's only 400 users total, with no more than 200 (server 2k3) at a time (absolute max). They are running it at half off for a while.. I currently am running (almost) everything off of 2 dell 2950's with…
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New to Virtualization
I am new to Virtualization and was wondering what a good book wood be to get me up to speed or any other resources? I have VirtualBox installed with a couple guests machines running but that is about it. Thanks
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Study for the VCP ? VTSP might help you.
I just finished the VSP (vmware sales professional) and VTSP (vmware technical sales professional) and whereas VSP bored the hell out of me, the VTSP is VERY interesting if you pursuing the VCP. The Technical Sales online course is a VERY good start and WILL help you to study for the VCP. For example, this course went into…
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70-693 - Beta Results?
Hi Has anyone has their results back fro the BETA exam? Exam 70-693: Pro: Windows Server 2008 R2, Virtualization Administrator
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Anyone got a tissue for the egg on my face?
Hyper-V's Missing Feature -- Redmondmag.com
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Vmware powerconvert and vmware server
Ok, I need to take some win2k production machines, that can not be rebooted, can not even have a chance to be harmed, and P2V them with Vmware power convert into Vmware server. p.s. I do have power convert as part of my ESX enterprise edition that have purchased. Why? I need to run test upgrades to server 2003 on them and…
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Free ebook: Microsoft Virtualization
Free ebook: Understanding Microsoft Virtualization R2 Solutions Microsoft Press : Free ebook: Understanding Microsoft Virtualization R2 Solutions
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Slacker
What's with the title I hear you ask? Well, I wanted to admit that I've taken too long completing the VCP3 and acknowledge the fact before dynamik calls me out for being a slacker. With the deadline for the VCP3 exam being the end of the month in a few days time, finally got round to putting in a bit of study time and sat…
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DCHP server on Vmware
Hi guys I'm not an expert on Virtualization and I'm having some problems with Vmware, basically I setup a domain on Win 2008 and a client (Win 7) for testing purposes, I installed the DCHP on the Server and Dns but I can't join the domain on Win 7 unless i manually type the IP address and DNS settings on the Win 7 Network…
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Dynamic Memory and RemoteFX coming to Hyper-V R2 with SP1
Windows Virtualization Team Blog : Dynamic Memory Coming To Hyper-V The Dynamic Memory looks pretty sweet. Its not exactly overcommit, but then again overcommit feels dangerous if you are running mission critical apps. (queue HeroPsycho war )
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Maximum amount of Datacenter and Cluster per vCenter instance
I know most of the maximums and just been through the PDF as well .. There doesn't seem to be mentioning the maximum possible Datacenter or Cluster instances per standalone vCenter (unless I am blind lol) Is there even a maximum ?
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VMware ESXi 3.5, 2nd NIC disconnected?
Hi everyone, I've inherited managing a Dell PowerEdge 1950 with 2 Broadcom NetXtreme II BCM5708 1000Base-T network cards that's running VMware ESXi 3.5. We are running several vm's on this machine for testing software and I'm having problems getting the second network card to work. Currently all of our vm's are configured…
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HAV requirement removed from Windows XP Mode/Windows Virtual PC
Windows XP Mode now accessible to older PCs - Born To Learn - Born To Learn - Born to Learn Kinda cool, I guess. Remember if you are taking 669 or another Windows 7 exam that references this that this change isnt reflected in those exams.
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Virtual LAB
So i want to make a Virtualized lab for my MCSE/ and MCITP studies... I have a dual core 16gb of ram..this machine wont be running a monitor so what ever i install needs to be managed/viewed in another system.. ESX/ESXI wont load on my system whats my next best option?
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VMware vSphere Pro Series Training Vol. 1
Looks like an excellent set VMware vSphere Pro Series Training Vol. 1, VMware ESX 4.0 Training | Train Signal Although a bit weird that they advertise as "Limited Time Offer" but you cannot even (pre)order it.
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VMware vSphere: Troubleshooting [v4] course
Has anyone attended to VMware vSphere: Troubleshooting course? What is your feedback?
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Cool list of free VMware ESX utilities
A List of FREE VMware vSphere Tools | Tech Blog Enjoy!
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General virtualization question
If you wanted a single server to host various virtual servers, each running within their own domains, would you need to link the virtualised server/s of each indiviudual domain to a SEPERATE physical network card? I'm thinking of setting up a test environment with three seperate domains. I do not need the three domains to…
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View 4 Desktop Optimization
I am testing out deploying many vm's through view manager 4 and I need to obtain the best performance that the software can give. The ESX resources are very high so the VM's have plenty of CPU pwr and Memory. I just need some tips and tricks as to how to configure the view manager and VM's to get the best out of them. The…
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71-669 Desktop Virtualization Announced
I don't plan on taking it... Any of you?
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ESXi3.5 Free Problem
Hey guys, management just signed a client who has 3 ESXi3.5 free server with about 3-4 server each (Nt4, 2k, 2k3 and Linux). The client is pretty on the cheap side so we dont expect them to migrate off this in 2010. They asked me to find monitoring solutions for the client. Basically we need to know when the prcessor…
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Passed 70-403
Yesterday with an 850. My goal was to pass this by March 1st to meet the MS partner competency requirements and I originally scheduled the exam for 2/19 to give me time to use a Second Shot just in case. I had to move up the date for a client commitment and I am glad I did not waste another two weeks studying. My goal on…
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Management IP address not accepted by ESXi
OK, someone explain this to me: I have ESXi 3.5 U3 running on and Intel mobo server with a 100/1000 Pro NICs. I am configuring the IP address of the ESXi management interface on the server's Direct Console UI. The UI refuses to accept the IP address 192.168.3.* (with * being any value from 1 to 254). It will take…
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VCP410 Question
Can I just take the exam by itself without the expensive 4 day courses from VMWARE. ? I study and used vmware vsphere from books and video tutorials from TrainSignal. I know some people did this but I understand that they won't issue the certificate unless u take the classes. Let`s say I do my exam now and in less then a…
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Vcdx ?
Anyone went for it and can share some experience ?
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about vmware infrastructure3
Hi sirs I'd like to advice me about material to use for preparing vmware infrastructure 3. thx in advance for your help
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Strange Vswitch -> Switch issue.
Currently we have a single vSwitch for use in a DMZ setup. The DMZ functions properly for any physical machines plugged into this particular VLan, including being able to access the internet through our firewall. Any virtual machine on this Vswitch, thats plugged into the DMZ vLan can move around in the network, can…
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Where to start with the Nexus 1000V
I am currently designing a new vSphere cluster which runs perfectly in the lab so far. We were talking about ACLs and protected ports so naturally the Nexus 1000V was brought up. Now the executives want to see the Nexus in action but the more I read about it - the more I get confused. Anyone implemented the Nexus yet ?
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Virtual Machine Additions problems...
Wondering if I could get some assistance. I've been tasked to convert 4 Win 2003 Servers to VMs in MS Virtual Server 2005. The P2V conversion app I used is eConvert. All 4 conversions completed without any problems. My problem is getting Virtual Machine Additions installed on the VMs which seems impossible. I've tried…
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Vmware server - how to select an iso image.
Hi All, After upgrading to windows 7 I discovered that virtual pc 2007 is not supported + windows virtual pc only supports 32 bit windows. So I installed vmware server, now I can not find a way to select an iso image for the CD/DVD Drive. Where should I place the iso image to be viewable in the inventory data store? Thanks.
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Storage to use with veeam
Hi All A am intrigued by Veeam's backup and replication software, especially after being a long-time user of their free products. I am wanting to at least do full backups, but am not sure what kind of storage requirement I need. Do i need to use something off of the HCL? Can I use a NAS device, or does it need to be FC…
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VCP410 Passed
I passed my VCP410 exam today after failing it 2 weeks ago. Free second shot helped in not costing me money. I read posts here before taking it the first time... I wanted to respond to Dynamik's question earlier. He asked if there were a lot of "where is the button" or "what view should you be in to see..." questions.…
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Vcp 4.0
I am taking the VCP 4.0 tomorrow. I figure if I need to and fail it I can wait the 7 days and still take it on the 28th-30th. I hope to pass it tomorrow and have been reading all the whitepapers, reading and testing in my virtual lab.
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Win7 Boot from VHD (point!?)
Hi all, I've started studying for 70-680 and have been looking at booting from VHD but I am struggling at the moment to see the point of it. Booting from VHD recognises all your machines own hardware (killing portability/migrations), theres a natural performance hit (not much but there is). The only point of booting from a…
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Convert from 32 bit to 64? vmware VM?
Hey guys I have some questions you guys would probably know. 1. I have built some vms in a 32 OS/hardware environment with vmware server free okay! 1A. I want to copy over these vms to my new laptop that is a true 64 bit machine okay? 64 bit OS/64 bit cpu etc.. can this be done by vmware maybe some converter? 32 bit vm to…
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Vsphere Host connection and power state
Hello all, Ive been having a problem with vcenter server, it randomly disconnects from the host esxi 4, connection does not last more than 5 minutes, Ive been trying to figure out what this is... and so far I got nothing, I found this: [2010-01-25 12:24:55.062 06976 info 'App'] [VpxdMoHost::DisconnectInt] Marked 10…
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I really prefer the old certificate
Green ? Really ?
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ESXi Free vs Hyper V
What would you implement for a small business 20 users to let`s say 50 users that might expand. Let`s say 1 or 2 physical servers with lots of ram and quad core xeons. Would you implement ESXi 4 free or would u use the Hyper V for Virtualization (not the server role, THE MAIN HYPER V install bare metal hypervisor). All…
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vmware free yet?
hey techies, I have an older version of the vmware where it is the web GUI version free that is. Does vmware still give out free vmware so I can set up vertual servers on my laptop? I have been away from vware stuff and their site is huge with tons of stuff which one is the free one you can use? thanks I really like the…
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Vmware View Warning
Anyone ever constantly recieve the warning "Domain not trusted" ? This keeps showing up in my event log. Just thought I would throw this question out there and see what I get. Thanks,
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Okay, wha'd I miss?
Would like to pick you folks' brains here. Three VMs, running under Hyper-V on Server 2008. * A 640MB, 8GB VHD Server 2008 VM with Domain Services, DNS and DHCP * A 640MB, 12GB VHD Server 2008 VM with IIS, SQL Server 2008 and SCCM '07 * A 512MB, 2GB VHD Windows XP VM with Service Pack 2 Using a private network within…
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vSphere in a paradox
A theoretical chicken-and-the-egg question: Can vSphere operate properly in a VM on an ESX/i server that it itself is managing, or does this configuration create limitations in it operation? I'd prefer not to have a separate box for only running vSphere, and having it live in a VM in a server that it is managing is my only…
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Upgrades for VM
I was wondering what you guys would recommend as a upgrade for a older T61 to run Server 2008 and Linux on VM. The laptop has a 2GHz Core 2, 2 GB of DDR2 at 667MHz, and a 80 GB 5400 rpm HDD with windows 7 x86. I was thinking about upgrading the HDD since it seems like it's the weakest link but do you guys think I should…
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70-693 Resources
Hi All. I have put together a couple of links to get started, I will keep adding to this as I go along. As usual any other links/comments/criticisms welcome. Microsoft Learning Details: http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/exam.aspx?ID=70-693#tab2 Designing a Virtualization Strategy APP-V…
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Passed 70-652
I passed the 70-652 today with a score of 935/1000. The exam cost $125 and I was given 90 minutes to take the test. In reality, the exam only took 30 minutes. I have no professional experience using Hyper-V but have played with VM's for a while now. I read and took notes on "Microsoft Self-Paced Training: Configuring…
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Parallel Desktop for Mac
Very powerful tool for MBP... anyone using it here?
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HyperV: CSV Locks up all other nodes?
Trying to set up a very basic Hyper-V Failover Cluster on R2...Hyper-V alone works fine, just having trouble with CSV. - Fresh load of 2 almost identical core i7 servers (Enterprise R2 Full version). - Joined domain, set static IPs, disabled UAC, disabled firewall, added HV role and FC feature. - Using starwind (latest…
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Hyper-V Unable to change any virtual networks
In my test lab I was trying to make some changes to the virtual network settings as I had added a new netwrok card and a few new VMs. I was having issues making any changes at all to any of the virtual networks. Well have a virtual har-har on me.... The issue was that I had a bunch of windows open and one of the windows…
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VCP410 upgrade extended until January 31st
VMware Education Services
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ESX Server 3i 3.5 seems to be using a lot of RAM
Right, so i've installed ESX to use as a lab environment. I havn't created any VM's yet and the Summary tab in IC is reporting the current memory usage as 364MB's. I thought it would be way below that? I could just install Ubuntu with Virtual Box and it would use less memory... Any comments? Cheers.
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Cloning VMs in ESXi only
Is anyone able to clone VMs using ESX or ESXi only and without any assistance from VC? I'm calling the VI API to clone a VM on ESXi 3.5.0 U4, but the operation is throwing a NotSupportedFault error. There seems to be some disagreement in the VMWare community if it is or is not possible to clone a VM using only ESX(i) and…
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70-659
Hi Has anyone sat the 70-659 beta exam? I'm due to sit it next week James
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Passed VCP4: 410
I would have to agree with previous post, this test was more difficult than VCP 3..... I think the questions vs time limit is interesting also 85questions/90min Overall very happy i passed before the Dec 31st deadline, singed up for 2nd shot ahead of time but when i went to look for a testing center everything was closed…
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VMWARE ESX/Infrastructure
Hello everyone, I have registered and was able to install ESXi 3.5 on a 32-bit platform, but currently having issue on how to obtain the infrastructure client, to manage the ESX. I am new to vmware, and not sure if I am doing this correctly.
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VSP and VTSP
Hi Guys, maybe someone from you guys have a clue. I signed up for Partner Central as individual and assigned "myself" to my company. We have now one VSP and VCP listed (VCP being me). Now I am trying now to get the VSP and VTSP as well but I cannot find anywhere the option to actually sign up for the course. When I log in…
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VCP3 Exam Extended to March 31st
FYI, for anyone trying to squeeze in their VCP3 before end of year VCP310 Exam Availability Extended! The available of the VCP310 exam has been extended to March 31st, 2010. Please beware the upgrade requirements to become a VCP4 have NOT changed. Please see the requirements below for more information on becoming a VCP4.…
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Looking for iSCSI advice
I am looking for an iscsi solution for hyper-v storage. I have done some research and found options such as nework-attached-storage-nas-ix4-200r NAS ix4-200r: Network Attached Storage 200r Linux and Buffalo Technology - Products - TeraStation™ III iSCSI Rackmount What has me concerned is that they are a lot cheaper…
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Who's taking 71-693 MCITP Virtualization Admin beta?
I just got signed up. I can't post the beta access code because of MS Learnings new rules, just wanted to see whos registered and taking a shot at this. I found a bug on prometrics site (big surprise) When i tried to register at my usual testing site, which is a college, it wouldnt show the calendar box. Im guessing…
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How to route to dynamips router from the actual server?
I'm sure someone knows the answer to this and has wanted to do this so lets see... I'm running dynamips on Ubuntu 9.04 and VMware on the same box. They both work well BUT I can't reach the dynamips router directly from this server (when I ping the bridged IP address of the dynamips router it's unreachable from the REAL Ip…
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Passed VCP 310 in the nick of time
HI all, I passed the 310 today not a blinding score but seeing as I only found out it was retiring last week and started seriously studying I am quite happy with my 74. I attended the Install and Config ourse back in september, and have read both the mastering VI book and the exam cram book. I must say that I found the…
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VMware DVS
Just curious. What are your thoughts on more switches - smaller port groups versus fewer switches - more port groups? This stems from a conversation I had with a colleague.
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VCenter requirements
Hello Everyone, I was wondering if some of you might be able to share your experiences with how big your SQL database can get with VCenter. Do you guys virtualize Vcenter or have it on it's own pizza box ? Do you build redunancy for it ? We have a proof of concept coming up in a few weeks to benchmark two products against…
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VCP 3.5 Test Prep Material?
I am in the process of getting ready to purchase some study material / prep-Practice exams that will help me prepare for VCP 3.5 exam. I was hoping to get some feedback from some individuals who have taken the test and if so, what material did they use. I am currently looking at test king and transcender. Has anyone used…
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1Y0-A09 (Citrix)
I just noticed that Citrix has a new XenServer v5 certification but I have not found much info on this. Is a Citrix certification worth any weight on a resume?
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VSphere in a box - my Home Lab setup
I read up on xtravirt's website on how to install ESX within Workstation for testing purposes. However, they use windows, and I use Ubuntu 64-bit. I feel I get better performance from Ubuntu. Therefore I'm going to document how I'm setting up my home lab (this includes installing ESX, Openfiler, VCenter and some of the…
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Vcp4
I'm going for the VCP4 certification with a co-worker. Oh boy! Next week, 12/1/09, I'll be taking the training class. This week I hope to really dive into Vmware4 before I take the actual class... I always like classes to be more of a refresher for every subject's top level while learning in depth skills... Like the MCSE,…
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VCP4........Passed
Well I passed the VCP 4 exam today, only decided to go for it as the second shot came up so been studying on and off for about a month. I would say the exam was harder than the VCP3 and was definately a more technical exam, relying more on knowledge of how the features work. I used Train Signal videos and the VMWare…
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How Does Setting Up A Network of Computers Using Virtual Machines Work?
Ok so Im not new to VM's as I run XP, 7 and Ubuntu on a virtual machine on my MacBook however I am new to setting up a network/domain for lab purposes. As stated in the other thread below about the 70-290 exam virtual lab setup, Im looking to setup something like this: - Win2003 Enterprise Server (DC) - Win2003 Enterprise…
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70-659: Windows Server 2008 R2 Virtualization Beta Exam registration
Registration opens December 1st on Prometric. Testing runs from December 4th - December 31st Beta code is: VRR2 I think i'm going to take a stab at it since its free, but i'll have to sit it early because my test center is a college so they shut down the testing center about mid december.
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SCVMM/Hyper-V Question
We use SCVMM 2008 and Hyper-V at work (No R2) We, of course, enlighten our VMs using the hyper-v integration features, but when I use SCVMM to deselect the Time Synch option and click ok, and then reopen the properties it magically comes back. And its still functioning because the hyperv time synch service continues to run…
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Vizioncore vControl
Anyone using Vizioncore vControl? Any opinions?
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Numerous vulnerabilities in VMware products
Something to be aware of: http://www.h-online.com/security/news/item/Numerous-vulnerabilities-in-VMware-products-867427.html And for your convenience: VMware vCenter Server 4 Update 1, build 208156 Release Date 2009/11/19 http://downloads.vmware.com/download/download.do?downloadGroup=VC40U1 ESXi 4.0 Update 1…
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70-659 Server 2008 R2 Virtualization
Calling all Windows Server Virtualization experts?Submit your SME profile now! | born to learn MS is releasing a new exam for virtualization on R2. I have the 70-652, so this kind of irks me that they are adding another. Because i bet this new one will be an MCITP Virtualization Administrator requirement.
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ESXi does not let me use 2.7 terabytes available... Help
Hello everyone, Im havin a small problem with a server the company got to virtualize mos of our environment... I installed ESXi 4 on it, and it has a RAID 10 configure with 6 disk 1 Terabyte each disk, so that makes 2.73 TB usable, problem is that when trying to set the whole datastore for vms to use 2.73 TB it does not…
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Vcp4
Hi I'm based in the UK. I'm all up for self study however I've heard you have to attend class room training to obtain VCP4 Can anyone point me in the right direction of finding the required training? I tried Parity and LearningTree, but didn't have any luck Thanks James
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VCP4 requirements
So a question for all you VMware certified out there.... do the online instructor courses count towards the certification requirements or do you have to attend in person? I have training credits from an acceleration package but I don't think I can weasel the travel money out of my company.
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vSphere Fault Tolerance "hack" for the vmx file ?
I just cannot find it anymore. There was a setting in the vmx file which was unsupported but made FT work on non-supported hardware... Anyone remembers which one it was ?
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Strange VT issue
Hi All, I don't know if anyone has experienced this type of issue before but I decided to put 2008 r2 on to my lab setup on vmware workstation to do some testing, but initially the vm guest kept producing errors saying that I could not run a 64bit guest. I checked the BIOS and VT was definitely enabled and I have a VT…
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Need some Virtualization advice
Here's my situation. We're about to come up with a new backup strategy and order hardware and software. I'm sold on Symantec Backup Exec System Recovery, and it is going to go on our existing 2k3 servers, and an upcoming 2k8 email server. I love the baremetal restore feature, and converting physical to viurtual, and vice…
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Suggesting for setting up lab for 70-290.
Im studying for the 70-290 exam and was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on how I should setup my lab. Im planning on using ESXi to create 4 vms' - Win2003 Enterprise Server (DC) - Win2003 Enterprise Server (BDC) - Client #1 (XP) - Client #2 (XP) I think this should be good enough to practice....any thoughts? BTW,…
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VMWorld - who's going?
I AM!
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Do I need to install Win08 to install Hyper V?
Does anyone know if I need to install Windows 2008 Server before installing Hyper V? Unfortunately my hardware does not support ESXi (my preference) so Im stuck with looking at another alternative.......looking for a "bare metal" hypervisor
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Anyone use ESXi to create a study lab for MCSE?
By chance has anyone setup a test/study lab using ESXi to create a Win2K03 Enterprise server and several XP clients? I know it can be done, was just wondering if anyone already had something setup? bst practices? Thanks
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Creating images for Vmware View and Citrix XenDesktop
Hello Everyone, I have a project coming up to evaluate VMware View vs Citrix XenDesktop and without going into to much detail we have some software we wish to test on 4 different operating systems (Windows xp, Windows 7, Server 2003 and Server 2008 ). So here is my question... When I start to evaluate VMware View and…
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Re:VMware vSphere Exam help
I would like to know if I have to go the a VMware class (online or classroom) to be able to do the VMware vSphere exam?
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How does Citrix fit into all this?
Ok, so im a noob in virtualization, so apologies beforehand: I think I have a good handle on the purpose of virtual machines/hypervisors - I have been testing and using Vmware Server and "bare metal hypervisors" ESXi and Xen. But, how does Citrix fit into all this...is it just another "hypervisor" like VMware or something…
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New VMware Workstation and Player Releases
VMware released Workstation 7 and Player 3 today. Lots of new stuff in each, notably you can now create VMs with Player and Workstation officially supports ESX/i as a guest (for testing purposes only of course). Now I'm kinda glad they delayed VCP4 certificates, hopefully I'll get a copy of the new Workstation.
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Where can I get a Win2K03 iso image?
Im studying to take my MCSE exams and currently setting up a few virtual machines.... My MS Training Kit came with evaluation copies Win2k03 Enterprise (cd's)......but where can I get iso images of this?
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Hyper-V Training Videos from CBT Nuggets
CBT Nuggets: Microsoft 70-403 SCVMM and 70-652 Hype-V Is anybody using Hyper-V for production work? I mean, as an actual virtual environment (instead of Xen and VMware) and not just as a component of Server 2008. Just curious...
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VCP ID Confusion
Now I tried to schedule the "upgrade" exam for VCP4 (I know there is none, but I call it that as I already have 3) and it was a pain in the neck to get logged into their website (VUE - forgot that the username = email). Anyway, I have my VCP Certificate here .. Number under the logo is 27xxx but when I finally managed to…
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Free Hyper-V book from NetApp
Free HyperV book... NetApp - Hyper-V Book
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Free hyper v server question - noob!
I am thinking about using the free version of hyper-v server 2008 to host some vm's, but what tool can we use to connect into them once they are created? any equivalent to v-sphere for hyper-v? I realise this is probably a daft question, but i know nothing about hyper-v yet! EDIT: Further to this, I am trying to find a…
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VMWare networking question
My classroom lab consists of 3 machines, 2 are Server 03 and 1 XP client. Server 1: AD & DNS. NIC1 IP: 192.168.10.1(local domain) NIC2 IP: 192.168.1.1 (campus) Server 2: DHCP IP: 192.168.10.2 XP Client is getting address through DHCP server I am recreating this lab at home with VMWare Workstation 6.5 and I was just trying…
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Vmkernel IP in DNS ?
Asked that on the vmware forums as well, but they don't seem to understand what I am asking :) Someone asked me for some advice as his vmotion stops working every now and then. He doesn't have DNS in his lab environment and he therefore uses hostfiles (2 hosts only so not a big deal). Now I checked the hostfiles (on every…
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Free second shot for VCP4 upgraders
VMware Education Services GO GO GO!
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SysInternals Disk2VHD
On their blog site, Sysinternals announced a new tool for converting physical disks to VHD: Sysinternals Site Discussion : New Tool: Disk2vhd v1.0 VirtualPC Guy also mentions it on his blog: Virtual PC Guy's WebLog : Disk2vhd v1.0 now available Could be a useful free tool.
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Activation of Windows under VMWare
I have a MS Technet subscription and I'm going to call them with this question, however wanted to pick some people's brains here. I've googled around too, and really wasn't able to find a clear answer. I have in my VMWare Env a number of Win XP Clients and some Win 2003 servers. I want to get them all updated with…
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vSphere 4 Fast Track Course [VCP4] Preperation Materials
Hi there. My company is sending me on the VMWare vSphere 4 Fast Track course at the beginning of November and I'd like to do some reading/study towards it to get me prepared. Would anyone care to recommend some good material/resources for this course? Thanks in advance.