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VMware ESX Server 3.5, ESX Server 3i 3.5, VirtualCenter 2.5 Resource Management Guide
This guide introduces the basics of resource management in VMware ESX Server and VirtualCenter, explaining how to view host resources, allocate CPU and memory, and configure resource pools.
It also details cluster concepts, HA and DRS configuration, NUMA optimization, and performance monitoring tools such as resxtop and esxtop, providing best‑practice recommendations throughout. This manual is written in Chinese.
VMware ESX Server 3i specifications
| Product version | 3.5 |
|---|---|
| Update level | Update 2 |
| Revision date | 2008‑07‑25 |
All VMware ESX Server 3i documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
- VMware ESX Server 3.5, ESX Server 3i and VirtualCenter 2.5 Resource Management Guide 184 p
- VMware ESX Server 3.5 & ESX Server 3i 3.5 VirtualCenter 2.5 Reference Manual 88 p
- VMware ESX Server 3i Configuration Guide 188 p
- VMware ESX Server 3.5 / ESX Server 3i / VirtualCenter 2.5 iSCSI SAN Configuration Guide 116 p
- VMware ESX Server 3.5, ESX Server 3i 3.5, VirtualCenter 2.5 Resource Management Guide 190 p
- VMware ESX Server 3.5, ESX Server 3i and VirtualCenter 2.5 Reference Manual 88 p
Disassembly, diagnostics and part numbers, for repair.
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
- vmware optical fiber channel SAN service manual ESX Server 3.5 ESX Server 3i 3.5 VirtualCenter 2.5 Manual 122 p
- VMware ESX Server 3i Embedded Setup Guide 116 p
- VMware ESX Server 3i Embedded Installation Guide 104 p
- VMware ESX Server 3i Installation Guide 118 p
- VMware ESX Server 3 Installation Guide 114 p
- vmware VMware Infrastructure Service Manual ESX Server 3.5 ESX Server 3i 3.5 VirtualCenter 2.5 Update 2 Manual
- vmware Reference ManualESX Server 3.5 ESX Server 3i 3.5 VirtualCenter 2.5 Update 2
- vmware VMware Infrastructure Service Manual ESX Server 3.5 ESX Server 3i 3.5 VirtualCenter 2.5
- vmware basic system manage ESX Server 3.5 ESX Server 3i 3.5 VirtualCenter 2.5 Update 2 Manual
Questions answered in these manuals
Who is the intended audience for this guide?
The manual is intended for system administrators who need to understand how the system manages resources and customize default behavior.
From: VMware ESX Server 3.5, ESX Server 3i and VirtualCenter 2.5 Resource Management Guide
Which utilities are recommended for performance monitoring?
The guide recommends using the resxtop and esxtop utilities for performance monitoring.
From: VMware ESX Server 3.5, ESX Server 3i and VirtualCenter 2.5 Resource Management Guide
Where can I find the latest VMware technical documents?
The latest technical documents are available at http://www.vmware.com/cn/support/.
How can I submit feedback on this document?
Feedback can be submitted by emailing [email protected].
Where can I configure the MAC address for a virtual NIC?
The MAC address can be set in the "设置 MAC 地址" section of the manual.
What command is used to manage NFS storage from the command line?
Use the "vicfg‑nas" command to manage NFS storage, as shown in the Remote CLI reference.