VMware Workstation & Fusion 25H2: Embracing Calendar Versioning and New FeaturesVMware Workstation & Fusion 25H2: Embracing...We’re excited to announce VMware Workstation 25H2 and VMware Fusion 25H2, the latest updates to our desktop hypervisors. These releases introduce a new versioning model, deliver new features, and expand support for the latest operating systems and hardware — all... Continue Reading →

How I Built a Self-Healing Home Lab That Fixes ItselfHow I Built a Self-Healing Home Lab That Fixes...Learn how to build a self-healing home lab with n8n, Netdata, and Proxmox automation to detect issues, restart services, and recover automatically.Broadcom Social Media Advocacy

VMware Cloud Director – Change the Primary Resource Pool for a Provider VDCVMware Cloud Director - Change the Primary...Cloud Director does not have the capability to switch a Provider VDC's secondary resource pool to primary via UI or API. As the Broadcom KB 325643 article explains; "The only way to change a resource pool so... Continue Reading →

Upgrading VCF 9.0.0 Fleet Management to 9.0.1: A Step-by-Step Guide _ cosmin.usUpgrading VCF 9.0.0 Fleet Management to 9.0.1:...Upgrading your VCF Fleet Management from version 9.0.0 to 9.0.1 is a relatively modest patch update, but careful execution ensures minimal disruption. Below is a step-by-step guide to walk you through the process safely.Broadcom Social Media Advocacy

Deploying VCF Fleet Management 9 from OVA: A Step-by-Step Guide _ cosmin.usDeploying VCF Fleet Management 9 from OVA: A...Deploying the VCF Fleet Management (Operations / Fleet Manager) appliance using an OVA is a common approach when standing up a new VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9 environment or re-deploying the component. Below is a refined guide... Continue Reading →

What’s New in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0.1: An Enterprise Perspective - GiovanniDominoni.itWhat’s New in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0.1: An...VMware | What’s New in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0.1: An Enterprise Perspective. Broadcom announced the general availability (GA) of VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 on June 17th, 2025, and has now followed up with the release of VMware... Continue Reading →

Deploying vSphere 9.0 Memory Tiering: Cluster Integration and ManagementDeploying vSphere 9.0 Memory Tiering: Cluster...Introduction to Memory Tiering with vSAN: Parts 1 and 2 of this series addressed the foundational activation of vSphere Memory Tiering on individual hosts and its integration within a standard vSphere cluster. This final segment extends the discussion to environments leveraging VMware... Continue Reading →

Reducing Alert Noise for VM Groups in VCF Operations - TOMsOpsReducing Alert Noise for VM Groups in VCF...In my previous post (https://thomas-kopton.de/vblog/?p=2198), I detailed how to track HA-induced Virtual Machine restarts in VCF Operations, including the required symptoms, alert definitions, and REST Webhook notifications. However, in larger setups, with potentially over 20 VMs per ESX... Continue Reading →

Best Terraform Modules for Home Labs in 2025Best Terraform Modules for Home Labs in 2025Learn about the best Terraform modules for home labs in 2025 to automate Proxmox, Docker, Cloudflare, and more with powerful Infrastructure as Code.Broadcom Social Media Advocacy

How I Keep My Home Lab Safe While Experimenting with New ToolsHow I Keep My Home Lab Safe While Experimenting...Learn how I keep my home lab safe while testing new tools. From isolated networks to snapshots and secure access, here’s how to experiment without breaking anything.Broadcom Social Media Advocacy