Verify that VMware Aria Operations for Logs is integrated with vSphere and can collect events, tasks, and alarms from vCenter Server and ESXi hosts.

Validate the integration of VMware Aria Operations for Logs with vSphere by verifying the data collection status of vCenter Server instances and ESXi hosts.

Expected Outcome

Each vCenter Server instance has a Collecting collection status.

Procedure

  1. Log in to VMware Aria Operations for Logs at https://<aria_operations_for_logs_fqdn> with a user assigned the Super admin role.
  2. In the left navigation pane, select Integration > vSphere.
  3. Verify that for each vCenter Server instance, the VC Collection Status shows Collecting.

What to do next

If you encounter issues while performing this procedure, use the following troubleshooting tips.

Troubleshooting Tips

  • Ensure that VMware Aria Operations for Logs is configured with the correct target vCenter Server instances.

  • Ensure that there is network connectivity between VMware Aria Operations for Logs and vCenter Server.

  • Ensure that you are using the correct service account credentials.