The error "an error occurred while starting service 'VMwareDirectoryService'" during the stage 2 installation of vCenter 8 can occur due to several reasons, such as incorrect configurations, network issues, or corrupted files. Here are some steps to troubleshoot and potentially fix the issue: 1. Verify Network Configuration Ensure that your network configuration is correct. Misconfigured DNS settings, IP address issues, or network connectivity problems can prevent services from starting properly. - Check that the vCenter Server has a static IP address. - Ensure that DNS is configured correctly and that the vCenter Server can resolve its own hostname and the hostname of the ESXi hosts. - Verify that there are no network connectivity issues between the vCenter Server and other network components. 2. Check System Resources Ensure that the system has enough resources (CPU, RAM, disk space) allocated to the vCenter Server appliance. 3. Review Logs Review the installation and service logs to get more details on why the `VMwareDirectoryService` failed to start. The logs are typically located at: - `/var/log/vmware/vmdird/vmdird-syslog.log` - `/var/log/firstboot/vmdir_bootstrap.log` Look for any specific error messages or indications of what might be causing the failure. 4. Time Synchronization Ensure that the time is synchronized between the vCenter Server and the ESXi hosts. Time discrepancies can cause various issues. - Check the NTP settings on both the vCenter Server and the ESXi hosts. - Ensure that the date and time are correct. 5. Database Issues If you are using an external database, ensure that it is correctly configured and accessible. - Verify the database connection details. - Check the database logs for any errors or issues. 6. Restart Services Sometimes, simply restarting the services can resolve the issue. You can try restarting the VMware services using the following commands: service-control --stop --all service-control --start --all 7. Reconfigure VMware Directory Service If the issue persists, you might need to reconfigure the VMware Directory Service. /opt/likewise/bin/lwsm restart vmdird 8. Re-run the Installation If none of the above steps work, you may need to re-run the installation of vCenter Server: - Ensure that you have taken a backup of any important data. - Re-run the installer and carefully follow the steps, ensuring that all configurations are correct. ============================== Some Scenarios Stage 2 error - Solution: Convert the VCSA OVA to an OVF using OVFTool. Delete the Original VCSA OVF manifest(mf) file So that validation will not fail due to our changes. Edit the VCSA OVF file and locate the following section and change the value to "true" and then save.
Give it a retry. It will work and below are the steps. Solution: Convert the VCSA OVA to an OVF using OVFTool. Delete the Original VCSA OVF manifest(mf) file So that validation will not fail due to our changes. Edit the VCSA OVF file and locate the following section and change the value to "true" and then save.
Hi, If the deployment is stuck at 0%, there are a few possible causes to check: 1. DNS and Network Configuration: Although you mentioned DNS works fine, double-check that the ESXi host can resolve both the FQDN and IP of the vCenter server. Also, ensure there are no network connectivity issues, like firewall blocks, between ESXi and the vCenter deployment. 2. NTP Synchronization: Sometimes deployment can hang if there's a time sync issue. Make sure both ESXi and vCenter are synchronized with a reliable NTP server. 3. Resource Allocation: Verify that the ESXi host has enough available CPU, memory, and storage for the vCenter installation. Insufficient resources can cause deployment issues. 4. Use the FQDN during Setup: If you haven’t already, use the FQDN instead of the IP address when setting up vCenter. Some configurations require FQDNs for proper registration. If these don't help, try rebooting the ESXi host and restarting the deployment.
hi, i notice my ad01 didnt show at Reverse Lookup Zone but at Forward Lookup Zone my ad01 is show, please tell me how to make ad01 show at Reverse Lookup Zone
Hi, When creating a DNS record, we need to enable the PTR option, which will automatically create a record in the reverse lookup zone. For more details, you can watch this video: th-cam.com/video/5huDJfARJYc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=k36RGetHXbiNsfSQ
@@gnancloudgarage in my installation stage 2, i got error An error occurred while starting service 'vc-ws1a-broker' Resolution This is an unrecoverable error, please retry install. If you encounter this error again, please search for these symptoms in the VMware Knowledge Base for any known issues and possible resolutions. If none can be found, collect a support bundle and open a support request. can you tell me the reason why?
Hi Yes, VMware vCenter 8 can technically be installed without DNS and a domain, but it is highly recommended to configure proper DNS and a domain before installation for a smoother and more reliable deployment. 1. Without DNS: - vCenter can be installed using IP addresses instead of DNS names, but this is not ideal. Many VMware services rely on DNS for communication. Without it, you might experience issues with management, certificate handling, and scalability in larger environments. 2. Without a Domain: - You can install vCenter without integrating into a domain, but using a domain (such as Active Directory) simplifies user management, centralizes permissions, and enhances security. Without a domain, you'd need to rely on local users, which can be cumbersome in larger environments. While it's possible, setting up DNS and domain integration is best practice to ensure stability, scalability, and ease of management for VMware vCenter installations.
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Hi Sir, Thank you for your inquiry! You can create an account on the Broadcom website, which allows you to download ESXi and VCSA ISO files directly. Unfortunately, due to the large file sizes, sharing them here is not feasible. Thank you for your understanding
Yes, you can install vCenter Server Appliance (VCSA) 8.0 directly on VMware ESXi 7.0. VCSA is a preconfigured virtual machine that includes the vCenter Server software and runs on top of an ESXi host. It is designed to be deployed as a virtual appliance and can be deployed directly on an ESXi host using the vSphere Client or vSphere Web Client. To install VCSA 8.0 directly on ESXi 7.0, you must download the VCSA 8.0 ISO image from VMware's website, mount it to a virtual machine, and then follow the installation wizard to configure the appliance. During the installation process, you will need to provide configuration details such as networking settings, SSO domain details, and database settings. Once VCSA 8.0 is installed, you can then use it to manage your ESXi 7.0 hosts and virtual machines.
Hi, That's a great question, and it covers the following concepts: Agenda: - How to Install vCenter 8.0 on VMware ESXi 8.0? - vCenter Server 8.0: Resource Requirements - vCenter 8.0 Pre-Installation Steps - vCenter 8.0 Implementation Procedure - vCenter 8.0 Post-Installation Steps - vCenter Appliance Deployment - Home Lab
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Agenda
How to Install vCenter 8.0 on VMware ESXi 8.0?
vCenter Server 8.0: Resource Requirements
vCenter 8.0 Pre-Installation Steps
vCenter 8.0 Implementation Procedure
vCenter 8.0 Post-Installation Steps
vCenter Appliance Deployment - Home Lab
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I have an error in stage 2, "an error occurred while starting service 'VMwareDirectoryService', how can i fix this? thank you
The error "an error occurred while starting service 'VMwareDirectoryService'" during the stage 2 installation of vCenter 8 can occur due to several reasons, such as incorrect configurations, network issues, or corrupted files. Here are some steps to troubleshoot and potentially fix the issue:
1. Verify Network Configuration
Ensure that your network configuration is correct. Misconfigured DNS settings, IP address issues, or network connectivity problems can prevent services from starting properly.
- Check that the vCenter Server has a static IP address.
- Ensure that DNS is configured correctly and that the vCenter Server can resolve its own hostname and the hostname of the ESXi hosts.
- Verify that there are no network connectivity issues between the vCenter Server and other network components.
2. Check System Resources
Ensure that the system has enough resources (CPU, RAM, disk space) allocated to the vCenter Server appliance.
3. Review Logs
Review the installation and service logs to get more details on why the `VMwareDirectoryService` failed to start. The logs are typically located at:
- `/var/log/vmware/vmdird/vmdird-syslog.log`
- `/var/log/firstboot/vmdir_bootstrap.log`
Look for any specific error messages or indications of what might be causing the failure.
4. Time Synchronization
Ensure that the time is synchronized between the vCenter Server and the ESXi hosts. Time discrepancies can cause various issues.
- Check the NTP settings on both the vCenter Server and the ESXi hosts.
- Ensure that the date and time are correct.
5. Database Issues
If you are using an external database, ensure that it is correctly configured and accessible.
- Verify the database connection details.
- Check the database logs for any errors or issues.
6. Restart Services
Sometimes, simply restarting the services can resolve the issue. You can try restarting the VMware services using the following commands:
service-control --stop --all
service-control --start --all
7. Reconfigure VMware Directory Service
If the issue persists, you might need to reconfigure the VMware Directory Service.
/opt/likewise/bin/lwsm restart vmdird
8. Re-run the Installation
If none of the above steps work, you may need to re-run the installation of vCenter Server:
- Ensure that you have taken a backup of any important data.
- Re-run the installer and carefully follow the steps, ensuring that all configurations are correct.
==============================
Some Scenarios Stage 2 error - Solution:
Convert the VCSA OVA to an OVF using OVFTool.
Delete the Original VCSA OVF manifest(mf) file So that validation will not fail due to our changes.
Edit the VCSA OVF file and locate the following section and change the value to "true" and then save.
VMware vCenter 8.0.2 Stage 2 install failure An error occurred while starting service 'vc-ws1a-broker'
Give it a retry. It will work and below are the steps.
Solution:
Convert the VCSA OVA to an OVF using OVFTool.
Delete the Original VCSA OVF manifest(mf) file So that validation will not fail due to our changes.
Edit the VCSA OVF file and locate the following section and change the value to "true" and then save.
hanks for the video
I'm always stuck at 0% - Deploying....any idea why?
DNS works perfect....
Hi,
If the deployment is stuck at 0%, there are a few possible causes to check:
1. DNS and Network Configuration:
Although you mentioned DNS works fine, double-check that the ESXi host can resolve both the FQDN and IP of the vCenter server. Also, ensure there are no network connectivity issues, like firewall blocks, between ESXi and the vCenter deployment.
2. NTP Synchronization:
Sometimes deployment can hang if there's a time sync issue. Make sure both ESXi and vCenter are synchronized with a reliable NTP server.
3. Resource Allocation:
Verify that the ESXi host has enough available CPU, memory, and storage for the vCenter installation. Insufficient resources can cause deployment issues.
4. Use the FQDN during Setup:
If you haven’t already, use the FQDN instead of the IP address when setting up vCenter. Some configurations require FQDNs for proper registration.
If these don't help, try rebooting the ESXi host and restarting the deployment.
hi, i notice my ad01 didnt show at Reverse Lookup Zone but at Forward Lookup Zone my ad01 is show, please tell me how to make ad01 show at Reverse Lookup Zone
Hi,
When creating a DNS record, we need to enable the PTR option, which will automatically create a record in the reverse lookup zone.
For more details, you can watch this video:
th-cam.com/video/5huDJfARJYc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=k36RGetHXbiNsfSQ
@@gnancloudgarage thank you sir, appreciate it
@@gnancloudgarage in my installation stage 2, i got error
An error occurred while starting service 'vc-ws1a-broker'
Resolution
This is an unrecoverable error, please retry install. If you encounter this error again, please search for these symptoms in the VMware Knowledge Base for any known issues and possible resolutions. If none can be found, collect a support bundle and open a support request.
can you tell me the reason why?
Hello, VMware vCENTER v8 can be installed without DNS, Domain?
Hi
Yes, VMware vCenter 8 can technically be installed without DNS and a domain, but it is highly recommended to configure proper DNS and a domain before installation for a smoother and more reliable deployment.
1. Without DNS:
- vCenter can be installed using IP addresses instead of DNS names, but this is not ideal. Many VMware services rely on DNS for communication. Without it, you might experience issues with management, certificate handling, and scalability in larger environments.
2. Without a Domain:
- You can install vCenter without integrating into a domain, but using a domain (such as Active Directory) simplifies user management, centralizes permissions, and enhances security. Without a domain, you'd need to rely on local users, which can be cumbersome in larger environments.
While it's possible, setting up DNS and domain integration is best practice to ensure stability, scalability, and ease of management for VMware vCenter installations.
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hi sir please share Vcsa all iso files Esxi7 iso vseneter server and Workstation 16 it will helpful to all student..thank you
Hi Sir,
Thank you for your inquiry! You can create an account on the Broadcom website, which allows you to download ESXi and VCSA ISO files directly. Unfortunately, due to the large file sizes, sharing them here is not feasible.
Thank you for your understanding
It is nice video. The IP address is wrong in the last stage, it is 192.xx. not 10.92.xx.
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can you install vCenter 8.0 on VMware ESXi 7.0?
Yes, you can install vCenter Server Appliance (VCSA) 8.0 directly on VMware ESXi 7.0.
VCSA is a preconfigured virtual machine that includes the vCenter Server software and runs on top of an ESXi host. It is designed to be deployed as a virtual appliance and can be deployed directly on an ESXi host using the vSphere Client or vSphere Web Client.
To install VCSA 8.0 directly on ESXi 7.0, you must download the VCSA 8.0 ISO image from VMware's website, mount it to a virtual machine, and then follow the installation wizard to configure the appliance. During the installation process, you will need to provide configuration details such as networking settings, SSO domain details, and database settings.
Once VCSA 8.0 is installed, you can then use it to manage your ESXi 7.0 hosts and virtual machines.
46min?
Hi,
That's a great question, and it covers the following concepts:
Agenda:
- How to Install vCenter 8.0 on VMware ESXi 8.0?
- vCenter Server 8.0: Resource Requirements
- vCenter 8.0 Pre-Installation Steps
- vCenter 8.0 Implementation Procedure
- vCenter 8.0 Post-Installation Steps
- vCenter Appliance Deployment - Home Lab