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Fixing MTU Mismatch: When Jumbo Frames Backfire in vSphere Infrastructure

By IT From Zero September 15, 2026

Is your vSphere system lagging or is vMotion stuck at 14%? It might be an MTU Mismatch. Learn how to use vmkping and PowerCLI to diagnose and sync Jumbo Frames 9000 quickly.

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Backing Up VMware ESXi VMs to Synology NAS with Active Backup for Business: A 3-2-1 Data Protection Strategy

By IT From Zero September 14, 2026

A guide to configuring Active Backup for Business on Synology NAS to back up VMware ESXi virtual machines, drawing from six months of real-world production experience. Implement a complete 3-2-1 data protection strategy without expensive backup software.

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Automating VMware Inventory with Python: Don’t Let Excel Be a Pain

By IT From Zero September 13, 2026

Stop clicking through every virtual machine on vSphere. Use a Python script and pyVmomi to scan 300+ VMs and export configuration reports in seconds.

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Guide to Configuring SSO for VMware vCenter with Microsoft Entra ID via OIDC

By IT From Zero September 12, 2026

Managing vCenter accounts becomes simpler and more secure with SSO via Microsoft Entra ID. Detailed guide on OIDC configuration, Group permissions, and troubleshooting common DNS/NTP issues.

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Managing vCenter via Smartphone: ‘Rescuing’ VMware Systems Without Leaving Your Bed

By IT From Zero September 7, 2026

Manage vCenter right on your phone with vSphere Mobile Client. Quick setup guide, security via VPN, and practical troubleshooting tips for system administrators.

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Optimize Windows Virtual Machines to Run ‘Silky Smooth’ with VMware OS Optimization Tool (OSOT)

By IT From Zero September 2, 2026

Instantly speed up your Windows virtual machines with VMware OSOT. A detailed guide on reducing RAM and CPU usage while cleaning bloatware for a smooth experience.

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VMware vSphere 8 Live Patching: Update ESXi Hosts Without Maintenance Mode or vMotion

By IT From Zero September 1, 2026

VMware vSphere 8 Live Patching lets you update ESXi hosts without Maintenance Mode or VM migration, cutting patch time from hours down to minutes. This guide walks through the full process using PowerCLI and esxcli, with practical insights from a real 8-host cluster.

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GPU Sharing over the Network with VMware vSphere Bitfusion: Optimizing Performance and Maximizing Resource Utilization

By IT From Zero August 31, 2026

No more idle GPUs. A detailed guide on installing VMware vSphere Bitfusion to share and partition GPU resources over the network for AI/Deep Learning teams.

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Mastering pktcap-uw on VMware ESXi: The Ultimate Network Debugging Trick for Every Packet

By IT From Zero August 31, 2026

Forget tcpdump-uw; pktcap-uw is the most powerful tool for network troubleshooting on VMware ESXi. A detailed guide on capturing packets at vSwitch and Uplinks and exporting expert-level pcap files.

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Server Optimization with VMware vSphere Distributed Services Engine: Stop Making the CPU Carry the Load Alone

By IT From Zero August 30, 2026

Don't let your CPU waste 30% of its power on networking tasks. A detailed guide on deploying vSphere DSE to offload security and networking to DPUs for optimal server performance.