Download Vmware Vsphere 6 Client

4/6/2019
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This is part 2 of the vSphere 6.0 Basics, detailing the installation of the vSphere Client. The vSphere Client can now only be used for ESXi 6.0 direct connect (RC version), however, the GA version will support vCenter Server 6.0 (courtesy of Derek Seaman via PEX). Be aware that vSphere Update Manager now uses a separate vSphere Update Manager Client, not the vSphere Client as in previous versions.

This is a 6 part series, describing the installation basics of vSphere 6.0: Ben 10 omniverse games download all games on laptop.

This post has been constructed using the vSphere 6.0 Release Candidate (RC – Build 2172336)

Prerequisites

  • You have the vSphere Infrastructure Management Release Candidate (RC – Build 2172336) or the General Availability (GA – March 2015) ISO image.
  • You are the administrator of a Microsoft Windows Server 2008/2012 or Windows 7/8/8.1 system.
  • You have an ESXi 6.0 host to connect to (detailed in Part 1).

Install vSphere Client 6.0

  1. Mount or extract the VIM 6.0 ISO image to the Microsoft Windows system.
  2. Execute the “autorun.exe” file.
  3. In the “VMware vCenter Installer” window, select the “vSphere Client” object under the “VMware vCenter Desktop Client” option. Press the “Install” button.
  4. Select your language (default “English (United States)”) and press “OK”.
  5. In the “Welcome to the installation wizard for VMware vSphere Client 6.0” window, press the “Next” button.
  6. In the “End User License Agreement” window, accept the EULA and press “Next”.
  7. In the “Destination Folder” window, set the destination directory (if necessary) and press “Next”.
  8. In the “Ready to Install the Program” window, press “Install”.
  9. When the “Restart?” message appears, press “Yes”.
  10. The “VMware vSphere Client” icon will appear on the your desktop and in your “Start” Menu.

Connect to ESXi 6.0 and try connecting to vCenter 6.0

  1. Double click on the “VMware vSphere Client” desktop icon.
  2. Enter the IP address and root credentials for the ESXi 6.0 host you built in Step 1 and press “Login”.
  3. The vSphere Client will connect to ESXi 6.0 and the “Summary” screen will appear.
  4. Try connecting to vCenter Server 6.0 (after Step 3) and a “Error Connecting” message will appear (RC version only). GA version will connect to vCenter Server 6.0.

Installation

Easily install vSphere Hypervisor on your own or with some guided help. If you’re looking for a do-it-yourself approach, just download the installer, accept the end-user license agreement, and select which local drive you want to install it on.

Creating Virtual Machines

Once you’ve installed vSphere Hypervisor, there are three ways to create virtual machines:

  • Use VMware vCenter Converter to transfer existing servers into virtual machines or import existing VMware and third-party virtual machine images.
  • Create virtual machines from scratch by specifying the number of CPUs, the amount of memory, and the disks and network interfaces you need. Then load the operating system from ISO images or a boot disk.
  • Import a virtual appliance. There are hundreds to choose from on the VMware Solution Exchange.

Configuration

Once you’ve installed or imported your virtual machines, you’ll need to configure them. Refer to the installation and configuration video within resources to get started.

  • Need support? You can now purchase Per Incident Support for VMware vSphere Hypervisor.

Upgrading to VMware vSphere

Moving up to a paid vSphere lets you further optimize your IT infrastructure. You'll be able to:

  • Pool computing and storage resources across multiple physical hosts.
  • Have centralized management of multiple hosts through VMware vCenter Server.
  • Deliver improved service levels and operational efficiency.
  • Perform live migration of virtual machines.
  • Take advantage of automatic load balancing, business continuity, and advanced backup and restore capabilities for your virtual machines.