View the Location of the Virtual Machine Configuration File in the VMware Host Client

You can view the location of the configuration files and the working files of a virtual machine by using the VMware Host Client.

This information is useful when you configure backup systems.

Prerequisites

Power off the virtual machine.

Procedure

1. Click Virtual Machines in the VMware Host Client inventory.
2. Right-click the virtual machine and click Edit Settings.
3. Click the VM Options tab and expand General Options.
4. Record the location of the configuration files and the working files.
5. Click Cancel to exit the screen.