VMware vSphere PowerCLI Reference: Automating vSphere Administration, 2nd Edition

Master vSphere automation with this comprehensive reference

VMware vSphere PowerCLI Reference, Automating vSphere Administration, 2^nd Edition is a one-stop solution for vSphere automation. Fully updated to align with the latest vSphere and PowerCLI release, this detailed guide shows you how to get the most out of PowerCLI’s handy cmdlets using real-world examples and a practical, task-based approach. You’ll learn how to store, access, update, back up, and secure massive amounts of data quickly through the power of virtualization automation, and you’ll get acquainted with PowerCLI as you learn how to automate management, monitoring, and life-cycle operations for vSphere. Coverage includes areas like the PowerCLI SDK, SRM, vCOPS, and vCloud Air. Plus guidance toward scheduling and viewing automation, using DevOps methodology and structured testing and source control of your PowerCLI scripts. Clear language and detailed explanations make this reference the manual you’ve been looking for.

This book is your complete reference for managing vSphere in a Windows environment, with expert instruction and real-world application.

• Automate vCenter Server deployment and configuration
• Create and configure virtual machines, and utilize vApps
• Monitor, audit, and report the status of your vSphere environment
• Secure, back up, and restore your virtual machines
• Work with other vSphere components from your PowerCLI scripts
• Take control of your PowerCLI scripts through versioning and structured testing

Don’t spend another day slogging through routine systems management — automate it, with this invaluable guide.

Table of Contents

Part I: Install, Configure, and Manage the vSphere Environment
Chapter 1: Automating vCenter Server Deployment and Configuration
Chapter 2: Automating vSphere Hypervisor Deployment and Configuration
Chapter 3: Automating Networking
Chapter 4: Automating Storage
Chapter 5: Using Advanced vSphere Features

Part II: Managing the Virtual Machine
Chapter 6: Creating Virtual Machines
Chapter 7: Using Templates and Customization Specifications
Chapter 8: Configuring Virtual Machine Hardware
Chapter 9: Advanced Virtual
Chapter 10: Using vApps

Part III: Securing Your vSphere Environment
Chapter 11: Backing Up and Restoring
Chapter 12: Organize Your Disaster Recovery
Chapter 13: Hardening the vSphere Environment
Chapter 14: Maintain Security in Your vSphere Environment

Part IV: Monitoring and Reporting
Chapter 15: Reporting and Auditing
Chapter 16: Using Statistical Data
Chapter 17: Alarms

Part V: Integration
Chapter 18: The SDK
Chapter 19:vCloud Director
Chapter 20: vCloud Air
Chapter 21: vRealize Orchestrator
Chapter 22: Site Recovery Manager
Chapter 23: PowerActions

Part VI: PowerCLI and DevOps
Chapter 24: Source Control
Chapter 25: Running Scripts