Always have a current version of the VI client on your workstation, 5.5 management is web based and sometimes it does weird things. There's also b big jump in learning the new interface so the VI client comes in very handy.
John W. Cook Director of Network Operations Partnership For Strong Families 5950 NW 1st Place Gainesville, Fl 32607 Office (352) 244-1610 Cell (352) 215-6944 MCSE, MCP+I, MCTS, CompTIA A+, N+, Security + VSP4, VTSP4 [MCP_SE_c] [MCTS] [top_banner] [VMLOGO_VTSP_S_Q208] [sales_prof_B] From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Melvin Backus Sent: Monday, June 16, 2014 11:24 AM To: [email protected] Subject: [NTSysADM] VMWare upgrade gotchas We're in the process of planning an upgrade from VMWare ESX 4.1 to 5.5. At this point it appears that our biggest challenge is going to be upgrading the vCenter server, but I was wondering if anyone had any specific things we should watch out for during the process. -- There are 10 kinds of people in the world... those who understand binary and those who don't. ________________________________ CONFIDENTIALITY STATEMENT: The information transmitted, or contained or attached to or with this Notice is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain Protected Health Information (PHI), confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, transmission, dissemination, or other use of, and taking any action in reliance upon this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient without the express written consent of the sender are prohibited. This information may be protected by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), and other Federal and Florida laws. Improper or unauthorized use or disclosure of this information could result in civil and/or criminal penalties. Consider the environment. Please don't print this e-mail unless you really need to.
