Cluster across box

[durjay]

I have a question regarding cluster across box in virtualization environment.

Configuration:

Node1 - ESX1 - VC1 -> GuestOS node1 is in esx server ESX1 which is managed by virtual centre VC1

Node2- ESX2- VC2 > -> GuestOS node2 is in esx server ESX2 which is managed by virtual centre VC2

Can I create a cluster by taking node1 and node2 both esx servers being managed by 2 virtual centres ?

Thanks

-Durjay

[vcpguy]

I think, this is possible. You dont do the cluster at VC level but you do that at OS level.

You will have to be sure that you are opting for RDM disks and not the vmfs.

Please read this pdf it will be helpfult to you. http://www.vmware.com/pdf/vi3_35/esx_3/r35u2/vi3_35_25_u2_mscs.pdf

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Thanks

[durjay]

Thanks..

Refered the document earlier.. but itis not mentioned anywhere in this document.

I want to kknow the best practice regarding this.

-Durjay

[Texiwill · Accepted solution]

Hello,

Can I create a cluster by taking node1 and node2 both esx servers being managed by 2 virtual centres ?

Yes. VIrtual Center has nothing really to do with clustering just configuration. Configuration of this will be interesting as you need to do things in both vCenter servers. The key is to make sure the STORAGE is shared properly.

Best regards,
Edward L. Haletky
VMware Communities User Moderator, VMware vExpert 2009, DABCC Analyst
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