VM Migration between Resource Pools in vCD: An Overview

In vCloud Director (vCD), it is possible to move virtual machines (VMs) between different resource pools. This feature allows organizations to optimize their resource utilization and ensure that the right resources are allocated to the right workloads. In this article, we will explore how to migrate VMs between resource pools in vCD.

Prerequisites

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Before we begin, it is important to note that VM migration between resource pools is only possible if the provider has set up the necessary configurations for inter-resource pool VM migration. Additionally, the source and destination resource pools must be in the same organization and must have the same type of resources (e.g., both must be virtual CPU and memory).

Step 1: Select the Source Resource Pool

To start the VM migration process, we need to select the source resource pool that contains the VM we want to migrate. To do this, navigate to the vCD console and select the “Resource Pools” tab. Locate the source resource pool and click on it to open its details page.

Step 2: Select the Destination Resource Pool

Next, we need to select the destination resource pool where we want to migrate the VM. Follow the same steps as above to locate and select the destination resource pool.

Step 3: Select the VM to be Migrated

Once we have selected the source and destination resource pools, we need to select the VM that we want to migrate. To do this, navigate to the “VMs” tab in the vCD console and locate the VM we want to migrate. Click on the VM to open its details page.

Step 4: Migrate the VM

With the source and destination resource pools and the VM selected, we are now ready to start the migration process. To do this, click on the “Migrate” button on the VM’s details page. The system will then prompt us to confirm the migration.

Step 5: Confirm the Migration

Before proceeding with the migration, we need to confirm that we want to move the VM to the destination resource pool. To do this, click on the “Confirm” button to initiate the migration process.

API Documentation

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If you prefer to use the API to migrate VMs between resource pools, you can refer to the vCD API documentation for more information. Specifically, you can refer to the “MoveVM” endpoint, which allows you to move a VM from one resource pool to another.

Key Points to Note

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* VM migration between resource pools is only possible if the provider has set up the necessary configurations for inter-resource pool VM migration.

* The source and destination resource pools must be in the same organization and must have the same type of resources.

* To migrate a VM, we need to select the source and destination resource pools and the VM we want to migrate.

* We need to confirm the migration before proceeding with the process.

Conclusion

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In this article, we have explored how to migrate virtual machines between resource pools in vCloud Director (vCD). We have discussed the prerequisites for VM migration, the steps involved in the migration process, and provided some key points to note. By understanding how to migrate VMs between resource pools, organizations can optimize their resource utilization and ensure that the right resources are allocated to the right workloads.