In vSphere, you can create standard networks and distributed networks. Standard networks provide a method of communication among the virtual machines on a standalone host and consist of standard switches and port groups. Distributed networks aggregate the networking capabilities of multiple hosts and enable virtual machines to keep consistent network configuration as they migrate across hosts. Distributed networks consist of vSphere Distributed Switches, uplink port groups, and port groups.
Prerequisites
- Open a vSphere Client connection to a vCenter Server.
- Verify that you have sufficient permissions to create a distributed switch.
- Verify that a host exists in the inventory.
Procedure
Results
A vSphere Distributed Switch, with its associated uplink ports and port groups, is added to the inventory.
What to do next
- Add hosts to the switch.
- Add port groups to the switch.
- Edit switch properties.