: The OVA format allows for a "plug-and-play" setup where networking and storage parameters are pre-configured. How to Acquire the Appliance
with your VMware account credentials (must have an active vSphere license associated). download vsan witness appliance
| vSAN Data Node Version | Witness Appliance Version Required | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | vSAN 8.x (U1, U2, U3) | vSAN 8.x Witness | 8.0 Witness works with all 8.x patch levels | | vSAN 7.0 U3 | vSAN 7.0 U3 Witness | Not compatible with vSAN 8.x clusters | | vSAN 6.7 U3 | vSAN 6.7 U3 Witness | End of Support—upgrade is highly recommended | | vSAN 6.6 | vSAN 6.6 Witness | Legacy; only for maintenance | : The OVA format allows for a "plug-and-play"
: After deployment, power on the VM. Use the DCUI (F2) to set a static IP if you aren't using DHCP. Add to vCenter Use the DCUI (F2) to set a static
: The OVA format allows for a "plug-and-play" setup where networking and storage parameters are pre-configured. How to Acquire the Appliance
with your VMware account credentials (must have an active vSphere license associated).
| vSAN Data Node Version | Witness Appliance Version Required | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | vSAN 8.x (U1, U2, U3) | vSAN 8.x Witness | 8.0 Witness works with all 8.x patch levels | | vSAN 7.0 U3 | vSAN 7.0 U3 Witness | Not compatible with vSAN 8.x clusters | | vSAN 6.7 U3 | vSAN 6.7 U3 Witness | End of Support—upgrade is highly recommended | | vSAN 6.6 | vSAN 6.6 Witness | Legacy; only for maintenance |
: After deployment, power on the VM. Use the DCUI (F2) to set a static IP if you aren't using DHCP. Add to vCenter