Step 2a: Import Virtual Machine
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For post-7.2.5 VM's, see Import Virtual Machine (F 7.2.5+). |
Note: Depending upon the ESX Server and vSphere Client version, the following steps may vary.
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Start vSphere Client and log into VCenter. Go to
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Right click on Virtual Machines (on the left), and select Create/Register VM's.
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Select Deploy a virtual machine from an OVF or a OVA file.
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Enter a name. The name should be the host-name of the VM. It should be the same as the description in the support portal when you registered the product earlier.
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Upload your OFV/OVA file. Click Next.
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Select the Datastore that you want to use for this VM.
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Accept License Agreements.
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On the Deployment options window, map the network contained within the VM template to a network.
Port1: Select the Network that contains the IP address that will be used for the Management interface (port1).
Port2: Select the Network that contains the IP address that will be used for the Isolation interface (port2).
Disregard ports 3-6, which can be deleted later.
Note: Thick disk provisioning is recommended.
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Click Finish in the Ready to Complete page.
Don't refresh or navigate away. If you log out, it may cause a failure.