Tutorial
Esxi 4 Backup and Restore configuration
How do I backup and restore Esxi 4 settings or configuration
Use the vCLI and vicfg-cfgbackup.pl command
Download vCLI
Download vCLI and install ( I used the Windows version but there is a Linux version)
Launch vCLI
Windows – Start -> Vmware -> Vmware vSphere CLI
Command prompt box will open
Backup Esxi 4
C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware vSphere CLI>vicfg-cfgbackup.pl --server ip-address --username root --password your-password --save esxi4.bak
Restore Esxi 4
In order to restore you must place the new Esxi 4 into evaluation mode. If it is a fresh install then evaluation mode will already be set. If you have added your license key. Use vSphere Client and set evaluation mode.
Do not forget the -f and -q
C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware vSphere CLI>vicfg-cfgbackup.pl --server ip-address --username root --password your-password --load esxi4.bak -f -q
Troubleshooting Esxi 4 restore errors
Restore failed: fault.MismatchedBundle.summary
Make sure you are in evaluation mode in Esxi 4
Unable to enter maintenance mode: fault.RestrictedVersion.summary
Use the flags -f and -q
Fabio Milano has written 80 articles for us.
Fabio Milano is a certified RHCE, MCP, and CFOI. He runs an IT consulting and services company called RDS Support inc. Website:http://www.rdssupport.com
The information provided is for educational purposes only. All content including links and comments is provided "as is" with no warranty, expressed or implied. Use is at your own risk and you are solely responsible for what you do with it.
