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How to add NFS Datastore to ESXi Host?

Before we demonstrate how to add an NFS datastore to the ESXi host, it is important it understand that VMWare ESXi supports two types of datastores:

• VMFS
• NFS

NFS or Network File Systems datastore is file-level storage that is allocated by shared storage. Additionally, it helps keep virtual machines on the VMWare ESXi server. Besides being economical NFS datastores is also capable of running the Production environment smoothly.

According to our experts, the NFS protocol is based on existing IP TCP/IP-based network protocols, making it easy to design and deploy. Furthermore, NFS supports the following features as well:

• Virtual machine snapshots
• VMware DRS & VMware HA
• ISO images
• vMotion

Now, let’s take a look at how we can add NFS datastores to the ESXi host with these easy steps:

1. First, ensure that the columns and shares are configured at the storage end. For instance, we can use Openfiler open source solution to manage NFS storage.
2. Then, we have to log in to the Virtual Center of ESXi via vSphere Client.
3. Next, choose the Host on which we require the NFS datastore.
4. After that, select the Network File System as the storage type when the Storage Wizard appears.
5. Then, enter the following information:
   • NFS Server IP Address
   • Share Folder Name
   • Datastore Name
6. Finally, review the summary and select Finish.
7. Next, head to the Storage Section in the selected Host to see the new NFS datastore.

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Conclusion

To sum up, our Support Engineers demonstrated how to add NFS Datastore to ESXi Host like a pro.