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Clone using VAAI
Virtual Disk (VMDK) cloning operations use VAAI (vStorage APIs for Array Integration) to offload the cloning process to the underlying storage array, resulting in faster…
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APD and PDL analysis
Introduction: In a VMware vSphere environment, APD (All Paths Down) and PDL (Permanent Device Loss) are storage-related conditions that can impact the availability and stability…
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Troubleshooting Distributed Virtual Switches (DVS)
Troubleshooting Distributed Virtual Switches (DVS) in VMware can involve various scenarios and potential issues. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore common DVS troubleshooting scenarios with…
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Debug vmkernel.log
Debugging the vmkernel.log file in VMware ESXi can be a crucial step in diagnosing and troubleshooting various issues. To facilitate this process, we can use…
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SCSI sense codes Cheatsheet
SCSI codes, also known as SCSI sense codes or sense key codes, are error codes returned by SCSI devices, including storage controllers, to indicate the…
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Best Practices for Running SQL Servers on VMware
Best Practices for Running SQL Servers on VMware: PowerShell Script to Backup SQL Server Database: To backup a SQL Server database using PowerShell, you can…
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Best Practices for Scratch Partition in Esxi hosts
The scratch partition in VMware ESXi is used to store log files, VMkernel core dumps, and other diagnostic information. It is essential to configure the…
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Validating high compute usage by hosts and virtual machines (VMs)
Validating high compute usage by hosts and virtual machines (VMs) is important for ensuring the health and performance of your VMware vSphere environment. Esxtop is…