Upgrade VCF Operations and Operations for Logs 9.0 to 9.0.1
Yesterday we upgraded VCF Operations Fleet Manager 9.0 to 9.0.1, today we’ll upgrade VCF Operations and VCF Operations for Logs 9.0 to 9.0.1. Let’s go!As before, I’m using an Online Depot to pull binaries down from the Broadcom Support Portal. For more information on Depot Configuration, […]
Resilience Capabilities for vSAN in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0
VMware’s latest technical paper, vSAN Availability Technologies, provides an in-depth look at how vSAN ensures data availability and resilience within modern software-defined data centers.
VCF 9 Deploying the VCF Operations for Logs 9 Appliance
In VMware Cloud Foundation 9 (VCF 9), the VCF Operations for Logs component (Earlier called “VRLI”) is the centralized log ingestion and analytics engine. It replaces or integrates with traditional vRealize Log Insight systems, bringing unified visibility into VCF infrastructure events, logs, […]
Registering and Activing License for VCF 9
VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 has adopted a streamlined licensing model. VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 introduces significant licensing improvements that reduce the complexity and processes required for license validation and compliance of VMware Cloud Foundation environments. In the past, […]
DSM 9.0.1 – New Microsoft SQL Server enhancements Part 1
Whilst Microsoft SQL Server is still in technical preview in Data Services Manager 9.0.1, our team continues to release significant enhancements for our customers as we gravitate towards full support. As I mentioned in the DSM 9.0.1 overview post, this release includes the ability to specify a privileged AD user who can create Service Principal Names (SPNs) for database users and update DNS entries. This means that the privileged user can now do the necessary tasks in Active Directory to…Read More
Design Decisions for VMware Cloud Foundation
This post outlines critical design decisions architects should consider when planning and deploying VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF).
VCF On VxRail – DepotConnectionFailureException: Error downloading bundle
While working with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) on VxRail, you may run into an issue during LCM (Lifecycle Management) operations where bundle downloads fail with the following error: This error can be frustrating, especially when you’re in the middle of a critical update or patching cycle. […]
In an era of real-time apps and multiple clouds, the old rules about ‘acceptable’ network errors no longer apply. See why you need end-to-end observability.
In an era of real-time apps and multiple clouds, the old rules about ‘acceptable’ network errors no longer apply. See why you need end-to-end observability.
Quick Tip: Workaround for NSX Edge Upgrade to VCF 9.0.1 running AMD Ryzen CPUs
If you are planning to upgrade to latest release of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.0.1 and you are using an AMD Ryzen (consumer) processor, you will need to apply an additional workaround after your NSX Edges have been upgraded, for proper functionality. This is similar to the workaround that […]
DSM 9.0.1 – New RBAC Features
The most visible feature in Data Services Manager (DSM) 9.0.1 is the appearance of some additional new objects in the navigation menu on the left hand side of the DSM UI. These are Namespaces and Data Services Policy. Customers who have already looked at VCF Automation, particularly as it […]
VCF Operations Fleet Manager 9.0 Upgrade to 9.0.1
With VCF 9.0.1 dropping earlier this week I thought I’d upgrade my lab, I’m started with VCF Operations Fleet Manager. Logging into VCF Operations – Fleet Management – Lifecycle – VCF Management, you’ll notice right away there is a new version available.From here I went to Binary Management […]
How many VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Instances can a VCF Fleet support?
With the release of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.0, a new architectural construct has been introduced called a VCF Fleet. This brings centralized fleet management and provides modern workload consumption across multiple VCF instances, all managed through a single deployment of VCF Automation and VCF Operations, as shown in the diagram below. A common question that […]
🚀 Upgrading to #VMwareCloudFoundation 9.0?
Join our 90-min #VMUG webinar on Oct 7 @ 12PM to explore upgrade paths from vSphere 8.x & VCF 5.x, Fleet architecture, key design tips & more!
This 90 minute webinar provides an overview of the various upgrade paths to VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0. Whether you are upgrading from vSphere 8.x or VCF 5.x, we will discuss key considerations and known limitations, provide an in-depth overview of the new VCF 9.0 Fleet architecture, discuss […]
MS-A2 VCF 9.0 Lab: Deploying VMware Private AI Services (PAIS)
In this blog post, we will now deploy an instance of VMware Private AI Services (PAIS) that will use the Vector Database that was provisioned earlier and the OIDC Client Application that we had also setup earlier using the Authentik Identity Provider (IdP). Requirements: VCF Automation (VCFA) […]
5 Reasons to Upgrade from VMware vSphere Foundation to VMware Cloud Foundation
IT teams are under pressure to modernize infrastructure, support new workloads, and do more with leaner resources. VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) builds on vSphere Foundation (VVF) with a full-stack, automated platform that simplifies operations and unlocks powerful new capabilities. Join us to learn how upgrading to VCF helps your organization. – Automate lifecycle management and reduce Day 2 ops overhead – Improve storage economics with 4x vSAN capacity – Run VMs, containers, and AI workloads on one platform – Strengthen security with built-in zero trust and compliance controls – Enable hybrid cloud flexibility with consistent infrastructure and license portability This session will highlight why now is the right time to move beyond…Read More
VMware certification is surging as IT teams face hybrid infra, cloud complexity, & rising risks. See how VMUG Advantage helps practitioners & enterprises turn certification into stronger security & measurable value.
VMware certification is surging as IT teams face hybrid infra, cloud complexity, & rising risks. See how VMUG Advantage helps practitioners & enterprises turn certification into stronger security & measurable value.
Good news: The VMware Explore 2025 in Las Vegas Video Library is now open for all! Tap into a discovery powerhouse with on-demand sessions anytime, on-demand.
The VMware Explore 2025 in Las Vegas Video Library is now open for all! Watch breakout sessions + more, on demand.
🏅Based on real feedback from IT practitioners, architects, and administrators who attended the conference, we’ve compiled five of the highest-rated sessions from this year’s event.
These aren’t our picks or marketing favorites. These are the sessions that attendees found most valuable, practical, and worth their time.
VMware Explore 2025 delivered hundreds of technical sessions, but which ones truly resonated with attendees? We let the data do the talking. Based on real feedback from IT practitioners, architects, and administrators who attended the conference, we’ve compiled five of the highest-rated sessions …Read More
