Configure Online Depot in VCF 9.1 | Until VCF 9.0.2, configuring the Online Depot in the VCF Installer only required a download token from the Broadcom Support Portal. However, in the new VCF 9.1 release, the configuration process has changed. #vExpert Behzad Hassanzadeh, vTechSummaryConfigure Online Depot in VCF 9.1Until VCF 9.0.2, configuring the Online Depot... Continue Reading →

VMware vCenter Virtual Hardware Gets an Upgrade in vSphere with VCF 9.1VMware vCenter Virtual Hardware Gets an Upgrade...vCenter VM hardware has remained at version 10 (compatible with ESX 5.5 and later) since VMware vSphere 5.5. With the release of vSphere with VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1, it is now upgraded to version 17. Note: Depending on... Continue Reading →

What’s New with vSphere in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1?What’s New with vSphere in VMware Cloud...VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1 is here! In this article, we explore many of the great new features and enhancements with vSphere in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1. Be sure to check out the release notes and product support notices for important information.... Continue Reading →

Deploy VCF 9.1 in a resource-constrained environment – #vExpert Manuel Billmaier, mb-labs.deDeploy VCF 9.1 in a resource-constrained...Some time ago, I wanted to test the next version of VCF9 #VCF91 – the version we’re not allowed to talk about for a long time – in my lab. For anyone familiar with my lab setup, I always... Continue Reading →

VCF 9.1 is Available: Explore the New Features in Hands-on LabsVCF 9.1 is Available: Explore the New Features...The wait is over! VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.1 has officially hit General Availability, bringing a massive leap forward in scale, operational clarity, and infrastructure efficiency. At VMware Hands-on Labs, our mission is to put you in the... Continue Reading →

VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1: VCF Installer What’s New | #vExpert Gary J. BlakeVMware Cloud Foundation 9.1: VCF Installer...With the release of VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1, there comes a new version of the VCF Installer. This release introduces a lot of new capabilities so lets dig into the details of what’s new. For the purpose of... Continue Reading →

Why VMware's Integrated Approach Still Delivers More Value With Less Complexity | #vExpert Doug MehringerWhy VMware's Integrated Approach Still Delivers...Interesting article from The Register on the reality many organizations are discovering as they evaluate leaving VMware after the Broadcom changes. The biggest takeaway: replacing VMware is rarely just replacing a hypervisor. Most enterprises are also... Continue Reading →

Configuring Microsoft SQL Server in Data Services Manager version 9.1 | Cormac HoganConfiguring Microsoft SQL Server in Data...Now that Data Services Manager version 9.1 is officially announced, I thought this would be a good time to step through the configuration of our new data service, Microsoft SQL Server. This is possibly the most requested data... Continue Reading →

What’s New in VCF Security for Federal Compliance | Tune in to hear from security expert and VCF platform engineer, Bob Plankers, as he discusses the new features and capabilities of VMware Cloud Foundation 9 and how they address current threats and compliance challenges. Bob will be taking questions throughout this interactive session.What’s New in... Continue Reading →

VCF 9.1 API Access: Basic | #vExpert David ZhangVCF 9.1 API Access: BasicUnlocking the power of automation in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.1 requires a solid understanding of how to manage programmatic access. By transitioning from manual administration to an API-first approach, you can ensure consistency, scalability, and security across your entire VCF fleet. [...]Broadcom... Continue Reading →