Scripted Installation

Scripted Install: Part I

Scripted Install: Part I is designed to show the reader how to implement a fully functional ks.cfg so that there is no manual work to perform after the scripted install is complete.

VMware ESX 3.x Backup Comparison

Edward L. Haletky explores the options available to backup VMware ESX 3.x hosts, and compares the available options to eachother. A must read for any System Administrator exploring backups in a virtual environment.

Quick image creation tutorial

Create .iso and .flp images from an ESX host

A simple and quick way to create cdrom .iso images and floppy .flp images.

Extend boot volume on Windows Server 2000/2003

Using a helper VM, you can extend the boot volume of any Windows 2000/2003/XP VM with no other tools. This is a detailed guide to help you through the process.

Kickstart Creation Guide [ESX 2.5]

VMware ESX 2.5 Kickstart Guide

Learn the basics of creating a cusom kickstart configuration file to script deployments of VMware ESX 2.5

Create a bootable ESX cdrom with integrated kickstarts [ESX 2.5/ESX3.X]

Create .iso image with integrated kickstarts

A tutorial on creating a VMware ESX installation .iso that can be used to automatically deploy ESX hosts.