VMware ESX Server 3.5 and VirtualCenter 2.5 Installation Guide

About this manual

This guide explains how to install VMware® VirtualCenter and ESX Server 3.5, including new configuration options and update 2 details. It is intended for experienced Windows or Linux system administrators who manage data‑center operations.

The document provides system and hardware requirements, licensing models, database setup, firewall configuration, and step‑by‑step installation procedures for both ESX Server and VirtualCenter, along with troubleshooting and support information. This manual is written in Chinese.

What's inside

• VMware Infrastructure 简介
• 系统要求
• 硬件要求
• VirtualCenter Server 软件要求
• ESX Server 3 要求
• 许可概述
• 安装 ESX Server 软件
• 安装 VirtualCenter Server

Frequently asked questions

Which product versions does this installation guide cover?

It covers ESX Server 3.5 and VirtualCenter 2.5 Update 2.

Where can I find the latest version of this guide?

The latest version is available on VMware’s support website at http://www.vmware.com/cn/support/.