The VMware Mirage Getting Started Guide provides an overview of the features of VMware Mirage and details the most common procedures for Mirage.

With the Mirage system, you have centralized control of a full desktop instance in a distributed infrastructure.

You can update a single base layer in the data center, and automatically synchronize the full image with all associated endpoints when they connect to the network.

You can enforce all layers without overwriting user-installed applications, data, or preferences.

With Mirage, you can migrate operating systems while preserving user profile and data.

Intended Audience

This information is intended for IT decision makers, architects, administrators, and others who need to familiarize themselves with the components and capabilities of Mirage.