In this article, we will show the steps to add OVF to inventory vsphere. Bobcares, as a part of our Server Management Services, offers solutions to every query that comes our way.

Add OVF to inventory vsphere

Virtual appliances can deploy by deploying an open virtualization format template, which is typically distribute as an OVA package.

Today, let us see the steps followed by our support techs to deploy an OVF Template in VMware via the vSphere Desktop Client.

The template deploy is vCloud Networking and Security Manager, specifically for the deployment of vShield Endpoint in a VMware Horizon View environment.

1. To deploy an OVF template, open the vSphere Desktop Client. On the top-left, click File and select Deploy OVF Template.

2. In the next window, browse to the path containing the OVA file. In the example shown, I am deploying VMware vShield Manager 5.5.2 Build 1912200.

3. The OVF template details will appear in the next window.

4. Accept the agreement, then click Next.

5. In the next window, give the virtual machine a name and select the inventory location.

6. Next, specify the host to used.

7. Once the host has specified, you will prompted to select a volume.

8. Then, select the type of provisioning desired.

9. Select a network to manage the virtual appliance.

10. Depending on the OVA / OVF being deployed, the configuration may end here or the appliance may need some additional options configured.

11. Then, the next menu will summarize the options to apply for the deployment of the appliance.

12. Once Finish is selected, a window will appear and provide the status of the deployment.

13. Once complete, a window will appear and show that the deployment completed successfully.

14. Finally, after the deployment has completed, vShield Manager can configure

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Conclusion

The article provides the steps from our Tech team to add OVF to inventory vsphere.