Copy ESXI host configuration to New ESXI host

[oliver_g]

Hello Members,

I am going to migrate/upgrade as esxi host running Esxi 6.0 U3., VMware Essentials

I will have new hardware that supports Esxi 6.7 U3 (do not have license yet, not sure which version we can buy)

I see where it is possible to use powerCLI or some other method to copy a host's configuration.

I would like ot copy the configuration from old host to new host. The old host as a somewhat extensive

network configuration - it would be nice to not have to edit new host from scratch.

Are there methods that will allow me to do this? Templating, etc.

This would not be a host that is hosting a vCenter Server appliance.

Thanks

Oliver G

[batuhandemirdal]

Hi,

İs for the transition to enterprise and enterprise plus products. You can also link to link apps that help you.

Licensing for Products in vSphere

Best Regards

[NathanosBlightc · Accepted solution]

Hi Oliver

Run the following commands in SSH/Shell access:

To synchronize last changes: vim-cmd hostsvc/firmware/sync_config

For backup generating:vim-cmd hostsvc/firmware/backup_config

For restore the backup: vim-cmd hostsvc/firmware/restore_config /scratch/downloads/configBundle.tgz (default path for the config backup)

you should put the host into the maintenance mode before running the restore operation: vim-cmd hostsvc/maintenance_mode_enter

However it's nice to check the following link (all other possible methods like PowerCLI are described there)

VMware Knowledge Base

[oliver_g]

Hello Guys,

Thanks, both replies were helpful and correct.

I will check the link for more information, and test the command line samples

as well.

Thanks,

Oliver G