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VMUG Czech Republic: Deep Dive into VCF Networking, Kubernetes Integration, and Cybersecurity
On an inspiring day at Greenpoint Prague, we gathered for the VMware User Group (VMUG) Czech Republic event, which I had the pleasure of organizing alongside Josef Zach. The venue buzzed with energy as we eagerly anticipated a day filled with insightful sessions and vibrant networking. The day started strong with Karel Novak‘s compelling session,…
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VMUG Connect 2025 Recap: From Brewery Chats to Certification Success!
Just got back from VMUG Connect 2025 in Saint Louis, and what an incredible experience it was! From the moment I landed, the energy was buzzing, and kicking off the event at the pre-connect gathering in a Budweiser brewery set the perfect casual tone to network and catch up with friends and peers from around…
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My VMUG Leader Summit 2025 Experience in Saint Louis!
I recently had the fantastic opportunity to travel from the Czech Republic to Saint Louis, USA, for the 2025 VMUG Leader Summit. As a proud Czech Republic VMUG Leader, this journey was particularly exciting for me—filled with long flights, amazing people, and tons of great insights. My trip began in Prague, with stopovers in Amsterdam…
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How to Suppress ESXi Shell Warnings with PowerCLI
If you’re managing VMware environments, you might occasionally run into persistent shell warning alerts in your ESXi hosts. Thankfully, you can quickly find and suppress these warnings with a bit of PowerCLI magic. Check for ESXi Hosts with Shell Warnings Show the actual advanced settings on all hosts. Log into vCenter using PowerCLI and run…
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How to Quickly Check/Backup ESXi Host TPM Encryption Recovery Key Using PowerCLI
Managing encryption across multiple ESXi hosts can be a bit of a hassle. But don’t worry. I’ve got a simple PowerCLI script that’ll save you time and headaches by quickly retrieving encryption status and recovery keys from your VMware environment. Why Do You Need This? Ensuring your ESXi hosts are correctly encrypted is essential for…
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Veeam upgrade 12.2 to 12.3 step-by-step in pictures
Pre-upgrade checks Stop & disable all backup jobs. And then stop all Veeam services. You can use powershell to stop all Veeam* services: Mount installation ISO image and run “Setup.exe” Choose what to upgrade License Agreement Upgrade list of product which will be upgraded License If you have already licnesed Veeam, you will see your…
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Centralized ESXi Logs: Quick Guide to Syslog Configuration (WebUI & CLI)
Configuring syslog on your ESXi host is essential for centralized logging and efficient monitoring. Having your logs centrally managed simplifies troubleshooting and helps with compliance and security audits. Below you’ll find an easy-to-follow guide for setting up syslog both via the WebUI and CLI. Don’t forget to verify connectivity and regularly check your centralized logs…
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ESXi to Syslog: Troubleshooting Connectivity Issues Like a Pro!
When troubleshooting ESXi network and Syslog server connectivity issues, knowing the right tools can save you hours of frustration. Whether it’s an unresponsive syslog server, blocked TCP/UDP ports, this guide will help you diagnose and fix common connectivity issues quickly. Key Troubleshooting Tools for ESXi Network Connectivity Step 1: Verify Basic Network Connectivity Before checking…
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How to Quickly Disable a vmnic on ESXi – No Switch Changes or Cable Pulling Needed!
In VMware ESXi, managing physical network interfaces (vmnics) is essential for troubleshooting, maintenance, or reconfiguration. There are times when you need to disable or re-enable a network interface without relying on the network team to shut down a switch port or physically unplugging the cable in the server room. Fortunately, this can be done quickly…
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How to Change vmnic Name on an ESXi Host via Command Line
Renaming or reordering vmnics on an ESXi host can be useful in various scenarios, such as standardizing network configurations or aligning network interface names across multiple hosts. This guide will show you how to achieve this using the ESXi command line. Listing Current vmnic Aliases Before making changes, it is essential to check the current…
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- Replacing the VMware Identity Manager (vIDM)…Replacing the VMware Identity Manager (vIDM)… Overview: Why and When to Replace the vIDM Certificate VMware Identity Manager (vIDM), also known as Workspace ONE Access, uses an SSL certificate to secure its web interface and establish trust with integrated VMware products (like vRealize/Aria Automation and Operations). Replacing this […] Broadcom Social Media Advocacy
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- Fresh Deploy of Aria Operations 8.18.3 _…Fresh Deploy of Aria Operations 8.18.3 _… It’s been a while since I freshly deployed Aria Operations, so let’s see what it looks like with Operations 8.18.3. For the record, I downloaded it here.Once downloaded, I deployed directly from vCenter, powered on the VM and here we go. Click NEW INSTALLATION. Set the admin password. … Continue reading “Fresh Deploy of Aria Operations 8.18.3 _…”
- VMware Explore 2025 – What to expect and why to…VMware Explore 2025 – What to expect and why to… Each year I look forward to the VMware by Broadcom conference VMware Explore. I attended my first one back in 2017, when it was VMworld. That year it was held in Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. I was amazed at all of the great content … Continue reading “VMware Explore 2025 – What to expect and why to…”
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