VM DRS (Virtual Machine Distributed Resource Scheduler) is a feature in VMware vSphere that helps optimize resource utilization in a cluster of ESXi hosts by automatically balancing virtual machine (VM) workloads. The VM DRS score is a key component of this feature, as it helps determine which hosts are the best candidates for running specific … Continue reading How VM DRS score is calculated in vSphere?
Guide to ESXTOP
ESXTOP is a powerful command-line tool in VMware ESXi that provides real-time monitoring and performance analysis of your virtual infrastructure. It offers insights into various aspects of your ESXi host and its virtual machines. The tool is available either on the ESXi host local Shell, esxtop or from remote systems, resxtop. ESXTOP Keys: ESXTOP is … Continue reading Guide to ESXTOP
Bidirectional forwarding detection or BFD, in NSX-T (aka NSX 4.x onwards)
In VMware NSX-T (NSX Data Center), BFD stands for "Bidirectional Forwarding Detection." BFD is a network protocol used to detect and quickly respond to failures in the forwarding path between network devices, such as routers or switches. It is designed to provide rapid failure detection and minimal downtime by quickly detecting link or path failures … Continue reading Bidirectional forwarding detection or BFD, in NSX-T (aka NSX 4.x onwards)
Service Router vs Distributed Router in NSX-T (aka NSX 4.x)
In VMware NSX-T, both Service Router (SR) and Distributed Router (DR) are integral components of the networking architecture that play distinct roles in providing routing and connectivity within the virtualized network environment. Let's delve into the differences between these two router types: Service Router (SR): Role: The Service Router is a centralized routing component that … Continue reading Service Router vs Distributed Router in NSX-T (aka NSX 4.x)
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Resource Grouping in vROps: Tags, Application Groups, and Custom Groups – Finding the Perfect Fit for Your IT Operations!
In the world of IT operations, the ability to monitor and manage infrastructure resources efficiently is critical. With vRealize Operations (vROps), IT teams can use various methods to organize resources, such as Tags, Application Groups, and Custom Groups. Each of these grouping methods offers unique features and benefits, making them ideal for different scenarios. In … Continue reading Resource Grouping in vROps: Tags, Application Groups, and Custom Groups – Finding the Perfect Fit for Your IT Operations!
Efficient vROps Tag Assignment with PowerCLI: Streamline Your Workflows
VMware's vRealize Operations (vROps) is a comprehensive operations management platform that provides monitoring and management capabilities for your virtualized infrastructure. One of the ways to manage resources in vROps is by assigning tags to them, which allows you to group resources and perform monitoring and management operations more efficiently. While vROps provides its own REST … Continue reading Efficient vROps Tag Assignment with PowerCLI: Streamline Your Workflows