Table Of Contents - Dell VMware ESX Server 3i Solution Manual

Contents
Introduction
VMware ESX Server 3i Features
Ease of Deployment
Integrated Management and Health Monitoring
Enhanced security
Reduced Patch Management
Improved Reliability
Rapid Deployment and Provisioning
Dell Supported Configurations
VMware Infrastructure Architecture
Diagram Components:
Dell-Supported VMware Infrastructure 3.5
Configurations
Solution Deployment
First Boot Experience (Simple Setup)
Configuring the ESX Server 3i Software
Management Software Installation
Install Virtual Infrastructure Client (VI Client)
Solution Licensing
Licensing Methods
Serial Number Registration and Exchange
Image Recovery
Appendix A: Deployment Best Practices Check List
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