Generate a Shared Secret

You can generate and import the VMware Aria Operations for Networks collector virtual appliance.

Generate a shared secret and import the VMware Aria Operations for Networks collector virtual appliance:

Procedure

1. Log into the VMware Aria Operations for Networks UI.
2. Expand Infrastructure and Support and click Overview and Updates.
3. Scroll down and click Add Collector VM.
   The Add a new Operations for Networks Data Collector virtual appliance dialog appears.
4. Click Copy to copy the shared secret from the dialog and click Done.
   You will require this during the deployment of VMware Aria Operations for Networks Collector OVA.