This book describes how to configure and manage the VMware View 4.5 desktop virtualization platform. The topics include configuring View Connection Server, configuring role-based delegated administration, preparing unmanaged desktop sources, creating and preparing virtual machines, and creating desktop pools.
This guide covers the full lifecycle of VMware View, including installation of View Connection Server, configuration of vCenter Server and View Composer, and creation of desktop pools. It also explains how to set up authentication methods such as smart cards and RSA SecurID, and how to apply policies and group‑policy templates.
In addition, the manual details maintenance tasks like backing up View components, monitoring system health, and using the vdmadmin command‑line tool for advanced administration. Troubleshooting sections address common issues with desktop pools, linked‑clone desktops, USB redirection, and network connectivity. This manual is written in Chinese.
| View version | 4.5 |
|---|---|
| View Manager version | 4.5 |
| View Composer version | 2.5 |
Use the View Administrator to configure the View Connection Server as described in Chapter 1 of the guide.
Follow the Smart Card Authentication section (page 315) to configure Active Directory, enable redirection, and set up certificate revocation checking.
Run the vdmadmin command with the –I option to list and display View Manager health reports.
The backup and restore procedures are covered in the “Backup and Restore View Configuration Data” section (page 239).