ESXi 6.5 Enterprise License

Before deploying GitHub Enterprise Server on your VMware infrastructure, you'll need to ensure that you have the necessary ESXi licenses in place. In this article, we'll provide a step-by-step guide to help you understand how to license your ESXi hosts and take advantage of the full set of vSphere features.

Prerequisites

To begin with, you'll need access to a vSphere Client to manage your ESXi hosts. For more information on getting started with vSphere, refer to the VMware ESXi documentation. Additionally, make sure that you have a bare metal machine running your GitHub Enterprise Server instances and a VMware vSphere ESXi Hypervisor applied.

Understanding ESXi Licensing

ESXi hosts are licensed using vSphere licenses that have per-CPU capacity. When you install ESXi, it comes with a 60-day evaluation period during which you can explore the full set of vSphere features provided with a vSphere Enterprise Plus license.

Recording the License Key

To avoid any disruptions or downtime, it's essential to record your ESXi host's license key and store it in a secure location. You can access the license key through the direct console user interface or the vSphere Web Client. Make sure to write down the license key and keep it safe for future reference.

Assigning a License Key

Before the evaluation mode expires, you'll need to assign a license that supports all the features in use. You can do this by following these steps:

1. Connect to your ESXi host using the VMware Host Client.

2. Navigate to the 'License' section and click on 'Add License'.

3. Enter the license key and follow the prompts to complete the licensing process.

Bulk Licensing

If you have multiple ESXi hosts, bulk licensing is a convenient way to manage your licenses. You can use PowerCLI commands or the vSphere Web Client to assign licenses to multiple hosts at once. Make sure that all hosts are connected to a vCenter Server system and have enough CPU capacity to cover all CPUs.

In this article, we've covered the essential steps for licensing your ESXi 6.5 hosts with an enterprise license key. By following these guidelines, you'll be able to take advantage of the full set of vSphere features and ensure that your GitHub Enterprise Server instances run smoothly. Remember to record your license key and store it in a secure location to avoid any disruptions or downtime.

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