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DSM 9.0.1 – MySQL Database deployments through VCF Automation
In Data Services Manager 9.0.1, we decided to remove the ability to create MySQL Data Service Policies (DSP) from VCF Automation (VCFA) UI until we can also provision MySQL databases end-to-end. Even though you could create a Data Service Policy via the UI in VCFA 9.0/DSM 9.0, you still had to […]
Broadcom is announcing End of General Support (EOGS) for the following VCF Operations Management Packs. Consequently, Broadcom will no longer provide General Support, including Bug Fixes, Security Patches, or any updates for these Management Packs, effective September 30, 30th 2025. Alternative [..]
DSM 9.0.1 – New Microsoft SQL Server enhancements Part 2
In my most recent post, we saw how to setup a privileged user which would write SPNs for database users to enable Windows Authentication. We also saw how this user could update DNS entries automatically when a database is created. We followed these steps and provisioned a SQL Server instance. Once the instance was provisioned, we create a login for the owner and saw how the user could successfully login to the instance using Windows Auth. This is all great, but really one of the key points of…Read More
Good news: The VMware Explore 2025 in Las Vegas Video Library is now open for all! Tap into a discovery powerhouse with on-demand sessions anytime, on-demand.
The VMware Explore 2025 in Las Vegas Video Library is now open for all! Watch breakout sessions + more, on demand.
Feeling the pressure on your infrastructure? You’re not alone. On October 1, join our webinar to learn 5 key reasons to upgrade from VVF to VCF — automation, hybrid flexibility, container support, stronger security, and more. 🔗 Sign up here:
IT teams are under pressure to modernize infrastructure, support new workloads, and do more with leaner resources. VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) builds on vSphere Foundation (VVF) with a full-stack, automated platform that simplifies operations and unlocks powerful new capabilities. Join us to learn how upgrading to VCF helps your organization. Automate lifecycle management and reduce Day 2 ops overhead Improve storage economics with 4x vSAN capacity Run VMs, containers, and AI workloads on one platform Strengthen security with built-in zero trust and compliance controls Enable hybrid cloud flexibility with consistent infrastructure and license portability This session will highlight why now is the right time to move beyond VVF—and how…Read More
Automating VCF Operations Active Directory over LDAP Sync for VCF SSO
When VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Single-Sign On (SSO) is configured with the Active Directory over LDAP Identity Provider, VCF Operations will periodically synchronize the users and groups from your identity source. By default, the sync frequency will default to once per week but it is user configurable to daily, hourly and even down to every […]
21 October 2025 — one day before Explore on Tour! Join experts and policymakers to explore how sovereign cloud, AI, and cybersecurity are reshaping compliance, security, and innovation.
🌏 Sovereign Cloud Day is coming to Sydney, 21 October 2025 — one day before Explore on Tour! Join experts and policymakers to explore how sovereign cloud, AI, and cybersecurity are reshaping compliance, security, and innovation.
In this technical video, we showcase how VMware Cloud Foundation delivers a powerful set of cloud services for runtimes, infrastructure, and advanced capabilities providing a consistent consumer experience, while maintaining the governance and policies configured by the admins.
As organizations prepare to upgrade to VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.0, understanding Day 2 operational changes becomes critical for a successful transition. In previous versions such as VCF 5.2, many administrative tasks—such as network pool creation, host commissioning, and workload domain […]
In this live webinar, we’ll walk you through everything that’s new with your upgraded NFR license, what’s included, and how you can use these tools to test, showcase, and optimize your IT workflows. We’ll also give you a quick demo of each product in the Starter Pack, including: […]
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