Deploying Virtual Server Images

Use OVF image files (.vmdk, .ovf, .mf) acquired from a IaaS environment to deploy a virtual server in your virtual environment.

About this task

For more information about how to deploy a virtual server, refer to the VMware manuals.

Example: Deploying a virtual machine by using VMware VSphere Client

  1. Select [File] > [Deploy OVF Template] from the menu.
  2. Specify the acquired OVF image files, and click the [OK] button.

The setting status for the deployed virtual server is as indicated below.

Table 1. Setting Status for a Virtual Server Deployed to a VMware Environment
Settings Status
Account The account that was set during virtual server import can be used (including the root user).
Network DHCP enabled, MAC address not set
Firewall Disabled
Tip: The above items are set automatically when importing. Adjust these settings as required when exporting.