VMware View 5.1 Upgrade Guide

This is a technical document about VMware View upgrades, which introduces the upgrade system requirements, upgrade process, etc.

Brand: VMware
Category: Other Computer Accessories
Document type: User Manual
Language: English
Pages: 62
File format: PDF
File size: 836 KB
Published: 03 July, 2012
Updated: 30 September, 2023
Models: View 5.1, View Manager 5.1, View Composer 3.0
MD5 checksum: B93F92BA8F911F3F9C7CD32B4420EB11
PDF: VMware View 5.1 Upgrade Guide PDF

About this manual

This document supports the upgrade of VMware View from version 4.6.x or 5.0.x to View 5.1, as well as maintenance and patch releases. It is intended for experienced system administrators familiar with virtual machine technology and datacenter operations.

What's inside

VMware View Component Compatibility Matrix
System Requirements for Upgrades
Preparing for a VMware View Upgrade
Upgrading VMware View Server Components
Upgrade ESX/ESXi Hosts and Virtual Machines
Upgrading VMware View Desktops and Clients
Applying VMware View Patches

Frequently asked questions

What versions of VMware View does this guide support for upgrades?

This guide supports upgrades from VMware View 4.6.x or 5.0.x to View 5.1.

Can this guide be used for maintenance and patch releases?

Yes, you can use this guide when you upgrade to View 5.1 maintenance and patch releases.

Who is the intended audience for this upgrade guide?

The guide is intended for experienced Microsoft Windows or Linux system administrators familiar with virtual machine technology and datacenter operations.

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