VMware ESXi Host Configuration Backup Script with PowerCLI

Keeping a copy of ESXi host configurations is a practical safeguard before maintenance, upgrades, or hardware changes. A PowerShell script based on VMware PowerCLI can automate this task by connecting to each host, exporting the firmware configuration, and storing the backup in a structured folder layout. The script described here is self-contained. All settings are … Weiterlesen

VirtualBox: Set DmiSystemVendor Installation for ROK Windows Server

I wanted to migrate a physical server, including its application, to a virtual server and reinstall everything from scratch (not a P2V migration). For this, I had to use the manufacturer’s original installation media because it involved ROK licenses. During the installation in a VM under VirtualBox, we received a message stating that the installation … Weiterlesen

Windows cannot find Microsoft Software License Terms error at Installation in VMWare

When installing a Windows operating system under VMware or VMware Workstation, the following error occurs: Windows cannot find the Microsoft Software License Terms. Make sure the installation source are valid and restart the installation Solution: The solution is as simple. Windows seems to be having a problem with the floppy drive.Remove the floppy drive from … Weiterlesen