The VMware vExpert Cloud Management 2019 announcement has been released, and I am humbled to be recognised for community contributions in the cloud management space. I can't wait to see what cool stuff this new sub-designation brings to the #vCommunity!
Out of the blue this week, I had a query from a colleague about being able to update the vCenter License key programmatically via PowerShell/PowerCLI. This is something I have done before so luckily I had a script. The main license update component is here: $LicenseManager = get-view($vCenter.ExtensionData.content.LicenseManager) $LicenseManager.AddLicense($vCenter6License,$null) $LicenseAssignmentManager = get-view($LicenseManager.licenseAssignmentManager) $LicenseAssignmentManager.UpdateAssignedLicense($vCenter.InstanceUuid,$vCenter6License,$Null) Note: This... Continue Reading →
Introduction In this really short blog post we're going to be showing the step by step process of upgrading your existing deploy of VMware vRealize Suite Lifecycle Manager (vRSLCM) to the latest version (which at the time of writing is v2.1). Why upgrade to vRSLCM 2.1? You can now manage the lifecycle of a VMware... Continue Reading →
This is the sixth post in a series of posts covering the replacement of vRealize Automation SSL Certificates. In this post, we will tackle the replacement of the vRealize Automation Appliance VAMI Site Certificate. This post is based on the VMware procedure and this is documented here. Prerequisites The following are expected prerequisites for this walkthrough: A... Continue Reading →
It has been nearly 20 years since I was last in Bristol, but on Wednesday 20th March I attended and presented at the UK 's South West VMUG to a small but engaging crowd of IT professionals with a shared interest in VMware products. Who are the UK South West VMUG? The South West VMUG... Continue Reading →
Introduction I truly believe there is a not-so-exact science behind taking exams. In this post I'm going to share with you the tips and strategies I use to ensure maximum success when taking multiple-choice exams. Note: This post is NOT about minimising study effort, it is about maximising effectiveness on the day of the exam.... Continue Reading →
TL;DR Yesterday morning (Monday 25th) I took the VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) 6.5 - Data Center Virtualization (DCV) Design Exam (3V0-624) at my local approved Pearson Vue Exam Centre. I'm disappointed with the score but I managed a pass. What this pass does mean, is that I also get the shiny new VMware Certified... Continue Reading →
#WreckingCrewReunited Today I was lucky enough to be able to present to a capacity crowd at the North East VMUG. There was an #EPIC line up that included the #WreckingCrewReunited Duncan Epping, Frank Denneman and Rawlinson Rivera #NoPressure. Presenting other community sessions along with me were Gareth Edwards (on Terraform) and Jorge del la Cruz... Continue Reading →
Reflecting on 2018... Family The highest of highs this year was the arrival of son 2.0 in May. The little one was 2 weeks early but arrived (relatively) safe and sound! Health Anyone who follows me on social media channels will probably know the end of 2017 and the start of 2018 wasn't very good... Continue Reading →
In the beginning there was Code.. Like the previous 2 years, the first thing in my calendar, once I had registered and it was available on the Schedule Builder for VMworld Europe. was the VMware {Code} #Hackathon. This year was a little different because the organising team (which didn't seem to include Alan Renouf or... Continue Reading →
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