Connecting ESXi 7.0.3 VM to Physical Network using VMware Workstation Pro 16.2.5
VMware Workstation Pro is a powerful desktop virtualization solution that allows users to run multiple virtual machines on a single physical machine. With version 16.2.5, users can create and run virtual machines that can be connected to a physical network, enabling communication between virtual machines and other devices on the network. In this article, we will explain how to connect an ESXi 7.0.3 VM to a physical network using VMware Workstation Pro 16.2.5.
Prerequisites
Before we begin, ensure that you have the following:
- A physical machine with VMware Workstation Pro 16.2.5 installed
- An ESXi 7.0.3 VM created in VMware Workstation Pro
- A physical network to connect the ESXi VM to (bridged, replicates physical network connection state)
Connecting the ESXi VM to the Physical Network
To connect the ESXi VM to the physical network, follow these steps:
- Power on the ESXi VM in VMware Workstation Pro.
- Open the VM settings by right-clicking on the VM and selecting "Settings".
- In the settings window, select the "Network Adapter" option.
- Under "Network Adapter", select "Bridged: Replicate physical network connection state" from the dropdown menu.
- Click "OK" to save the changes and close the settings window.
The ESXi VM is now connected to the physical network through VMware Workstation Pro.
Verifying the Connection
To verify that the ESXi VM is connected to the physical network, follow these steps:
- Log in to the ESXi VM using the vSphere Client.
- Click on the "Networking" option in the left-hand menu.
- Verify that the physical network adapter is listed and has a link status of "Up".
If the physical network adapter is listed and has a link status of "Up", the ESXi VM is successfully connected to the physical network.
In this article, we have explained how to connect an ESXi 7.0.3 VM to a physical network using VMware Workstation Pro 16.2.5. By following the steps in this article, users can create a virtual machine that can communicate with other devices on the network.
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