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VMware vSphere 4.0 System Management User Manual
This manual covers the core components of vSphere 4.0, including the vSphere Client, vCenter Server modules, and the ESX/ESXi hosts. It provides step‑by‑step procedures for starting, stopping, and configuring these components, as well as guidance on using linked mode and the web client.
Additional sections describe how to create and manage virtual machines, templates, and vApps, handle snapshots, configure storage and networking, monitor performance, and manage users, groups, roles, and permissions. The document also includes troubleshooting tips and reference tables for quick lookup. This manual is written in Chinese.
VMware ESXi 4.0 specifications
| CPU share value – High | 2000 per virtual CPU |
|---|---|
| CPU share value – Normal | 1000 per virtual CPU |
| Memory share value – Normal | 10 per MB of VM memory |
Source: VMware vSphere 4.0 Resource Management Guide (ESX, ESXi, vCenter Server)
All VMware ESXi 4.0 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
- VMware ESXi 4.0 Embedded and vCenter Server 4.0 Installation Guide 96 p
- VMware ESXi Installable Installation Guide 28 p
- VMware ESXi Embedded and vCenter Server 4.0 Installation Guide 108 p
- VMware ESXi 4.0 Installable and vCenter Server 4.0 Installation Guide 110 p
- VMware ESX 4.0 / ESXi 4.0 / vCenter Server 4.0 iSCSI SAN Configuration Guide 88 p
- vmware ESXiInstallableAndvCenterServer installation Service Manual Update 1 ESXi 4.0 Installable vCenter Server 4.0 Manual
- vmware optical fiber channel SAN service manual Update 1 ESX 4.0 ESXi 4.0 vCenter Server 4.0 Manual
- vmware ESXi Embedded Introduction Update 1 ESXi 4.0 Embedded vCenter Server 4.0 Manual
- vmware ESXi Installable Introduction Update 1 ESXi 4.0 Installable vCenter Server 4.0
- vmware VMware vSphere Service Manual Update 1 ESX 4.0 ESXi 4.0 vCenter Server 4.0 Manual
Questions answered in these manuals
What is resource management in vSphere?
Resource management is the process of allocating resources from providers to users, allowing dynamic redistribution to use capacity efficiently.
From: VMware vSphere 4.0 Resource Management Guide (ESX, ESXi, vCenter Server)
Where can I download the vCenter Server installation program?
The vCenter Server installer can be downloaded from the VMware website as described in the guide.
From: VMware ESXi 4.0 Embedded and vCenter Server 4.0 Installation Guide
How do I reset the ESXi system configuration?
Use the Reset System Configuration option in the Direct Console User Interface to reset ESXi settings.
From: VMware ESXi 4.0 Embedded and vCenter Server 4.0 Installation Guide
Where can I download the latest version of this ESXi configuration guide?
Visit the VMware support publications site at http://www.vmware.com/cn/support/pubs.
How do I configure a virtual switch in ESXi 4.0?
Use the vNetwork Standard Switch settings in the vSphere Client to create and manage virtual switches and port groups.
How do I set the root password for ESXi?
From the Direct Console User Interface, select "Configure Password", enter the new password, confirm it, and press Enter.