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Purpose of the manual
This document supports you in commissioning and configuring the virtualization system.

Core content
The following core issues are covered in this document:
What is SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service?
Which services are included?
How is the virtualization system commissioned?
How is the virtualization system configured in a PCS 7 environment?
How can the virtualization system be extended?
How does remote log in work on virtual machines (VMs)?
How is the data backed up?

Required basic knowledge

General knowledge in the area of automation engineering and process control engineering is
required to understand this documentation.

Validity
This document is valid for the following components of the "SIMATIC Virtualization as a
Service V1.0" virtualization system:
SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.0 SP1
VMware vSphere 5.1
HP Proliant DL380P GEN8
HP T510 ThinClient

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Preface ................................................................................................................................................... 3
1

Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 7
1.1

Introduction to virtualization ........................................................................................................... 7

1.2
1.2.1
1.2.2

Description ..................................................................................................................................... 8
The virtualization system ............................................................................................................... 8
Service ........................................................................................................................................... 9

1.3

Function principle ........................................................................................................................... 9

1.4

Advantages ..................................................................................................................................11

1.5
1.5.1
1.5.2

Scope of delivery..........................................................................................................................12
Hardware and software components ...........................................................................................12
Services .......................................................................................................................................15

Commissioning ..................................................................................................................................... 17
2.1
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.1.3

Preparation...................................................................................................................................17
Unpack and check delivery unit ...................................................................................................17
Assemble devices ........................................................................................................................17
Additional components required ..................................................................................................18

2.2
2.2.1
2.2.2
2.2.3
2.2.4
2.2.5
2.2.6

Connecting the hardware components ........................................................................................19

Overview of the hardware components .......................................................................................19
Description of the network connections .......................................................................................20
Connect the virtualization server and management console .......................................................22
Connecting the thin client .............................................................................................................24
Connection of automation systems ..............................................................................................25
Connect a second virtualization server for redundant virtual OS servers....................................26

2.3

Configuring the virtualization server.............................................................................................27

2.4

Configuration of the management console ..................................................................................33

2.5
2.5.1
2.5.2

Thin client configuration ...............................................................................................................37

Thin clients with Windows operating system ...............................................................................37
Thin clients with HP ThinPro operating system ...........................................................................39

Configuration of the virtual machines ..................................................................................................... 41

3.1

Start the "VMware vSphere Client" application ............................................................................41

3.2

Start the virtual machines ............................................................................................................43

3.3

Setting the network connections ..................................................................................................47

3.4

Using SOFTNET-IE .....................................................................................................................50

3.5

Activating the automatic start of the virtual machines..................................................................52

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3.6
3.6.1
3.6.2

Licensing the SIMATIC software ................................................................................................. 55

Connecting USB devices ............................................................................................................ 55
Transfer the SIMATIC licenses ................................................................................................... 56

3.7

Creating and managing PCS 7 projects ...................................................................................... 56

Access to the virtual machines .............................................................................................................. 59

4.1

Access to virtual PCS 7 ES, PCS 7 OS server, and PCS 7 web server ..................................... 59

4.2
4.2.1
4.2.2

Access to virtual PCS 7 OS clients ............................................................................................. 61

Creating a remote desktop connection (RDP) ............................................................................ 61
Log off and separate the connection ........................................................................................... 72

Switch off and start the whole system.................................................................................................... 73

5.1

Start the whole virtualization system ........................................................................................... 73

5.2

Shut down the whole virtualization system ................................................................................. 74

Data backup and restoring the delivery status ....................................................................................... 77

6.1

Backing up the virtual machines ................................................................................................. 77

6.2
6.2.1
6.2.2

Restoring the delivery status of the virtual machines ................................................................. 78

Remove the virtual machines ...................................................................................................... 78
Restore delivery status of the virtual machines by importing OVF templates ............................ 79

6.3
6.3.1
6.3.2
6.3.3

Restoring the delivery status of the virtualization server ............................................................ 88

Installing the "VMware vSphere ESXi" software ......................................................................... 89
Configuration of the IP address and network adapter ................................................................ 91
Import additional configuration data ............................................................................................ 96

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1.1

Introduction to virtualization
Virtualization is a method of dividing up physical hardware resources on one computer into
several logical (virtual) environments.

As a result of the virtualization the operating system and user software on a computer is
detached from its hardware and provided in the form of a virtual machine (VM).
A virtual machine refers to software that depicts a real computer and can itself execute
applications. Virtual machines have virtual hardware (e.g. graphics card, CPU, memory
(RAM), network cards, and hard disks on SCSI or IDE controllers) and standardized virtual
device drivers.
Several virtual machines can be implemented separately from each other on a real, physical
computer (host system). Isolation prevents conflicts from software dependencies and offers
the opportunity to start and stop virtual machines independently of each other. If there is a
crash only the relevant virtual machine is affected.
The physical computer (host system) can also be upgraded without affecting or modifying
the virtual machines.

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1.2

Description
SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service is a pre-configured immediately usable virtualization
system for realizing efficient automation solutions for SIMATIC PCS 7 systems.

1.2.1

The virtualization system

The virtualization system is comprised of software and hardware components that are ideally
matched to each other and thus offer high performance. They include:
Hardware
Virtualization server (HP ProLiant DL380P GEN8)
Thin client (HP t510 Thin Client)
Software
VMware vSphere Hypervisor
VMware vSphere Client
Virtual machines with the Microsoft Windows operating system and SIMATIC PCS 7
V8.0 SP1
The virtualization system can be extended easily and efficiently using pre-configured
templates and is therefore scalable to various system sizes. A highly available system with
redundant OS servers can be implemented by connecting another virtualization server with
the relevant PCS 7 software.

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1.2.2

Service
With the purchase of "SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service" the following product groups are
supported as part of the "Product service & support" module:
SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.0 SP1
Hardware platform: HP ProLiant DL380P GEN8
Virtualization software: VMware vSphere Standard 5.1
HP ThinClient T510
The support is provided by a contact from Siemens Industry. The service and support
package offers advice and support for quickly resolved tasks (up to 2 hrs per case) by
telephone, support request, or fax. For requests that last longer than 2 hours Siemens will
submit a quotation for "extended support". The number of cases is not limited.
You can send your support requests via the Siemens Industry Online Portal
(https://support.automation.siemens.com).

1.3

Function principle
A hypervisor is installed on a high-performance server (HP Proliant DL380P GEN8) as an
additional software layer that manages the hardware resources and is dynamically
distributed across the virtual machines.
The central management, configuration, and maintenance of the virtual machines and the
virtualization server is undertaken via a management console and using the "VMware
vSphere Client" software. You can use the following hardware as a management console:
The supplied thin client if this is equipped with a Windows operating system. In this case
the thin client must be connected with the management bus.
Any computer that meets the requirements for the "VMware vSphere Client 5.1" software.
For additional information refer to
http://kb.vmware.com/selfservice/microsites/search.do?language=en_US&cmd=displayK
C&externalId=2005083.
The virtual machines are equipped with SIMATIC PCS 7 installations and pre-configured
depending on the automation task (e.g. engineering station, OS server, OS client, and web
server). The access to the virtual machines is provided via the "VMware vSphere Client"
software or a remote connection. The remote access by RDP is only permitted for virtual
PCS 7 OS clients and takes place via the thin client.
The communication between the virtual machines takes place via the communication buses
(management, terminal, redundancy buses) planned for this purpose.
The communication between the virtual machines and the available automation systems
takes place via the plant bus.

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The following figure shows schematically a configuration of the virtualization system for
which an additional computer is used as a management console. The thin clients are used to
operate and observe the virtual PCS 7 OS clients.

A highly available configuration can be realized via a second virtualization server. The virtual
redundant OS servers require the redundancy bus for the synchronization.

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1.4

Advantages
SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service offers the following advantages:
Solution from a single source
Life cycle services from a single source for all supplied hardware and software
components
Perfectly matched software and hardware components
Quick and safe integration of the system using pre-finished, configured, and tested
components
Reduction in costs
Reduction in life cycle costs by increasing energy efficiency
Reduction in investment and operating costs
Savings through the use of energy-saving and low-cost thin clients for operating and
observing the process
Higher performance
Optimal use and utilization of the hardware resources supplied
Increased flexibility and system availability
Cost-effective and quick expansion of system components using ready-to-run
templates
Simple transfer of a virtual machine to a new hardware environment
Lower cost for system modernization
Reduction in time required for maintenance and support
Reduction in the administrative costs by merging several systems onto one
virtualization server
Reduced maintenance costs and times using centralized administration
Increasing security
More security using remote access with centralized rights management and reduced
attack options for thin clients
Simple system management and extended support in cooperation with SIMATIC
remote services

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1.5

Scope of delivery

1.5.1

Hardware and software components

The system components supplied may vary:
Selected host system
Number of thin clients ordered
Number and type of ordered virtual machines
Link for delivery approval.

Hardware
The following variants of hardware components may be supplied:
Term

Host system/configuration

HP ProLiant DL380p Gen8 8 6Cx1P HP Host:

(Technical data and hardware
HP DL380p Gen8 Intel Xeon E5-2630
configuration depending on
(2.3 GHz/6-core/15 MB/95 W) FIO
ordered host system)
Processor Kit

24 GB (3x8 GB) Dual Rank PC3L

10600R (DDR-1333)

1.2 TB 6G SAS 15K (2.5 inch) RAID 5

2x Ethernet 1 GB 4-port

2x Power Supply Kit

iLo Advanced

Number

Comment

Virtualization server

6Cx2P HP Host

HP DL380p Gen8 Intel Xeon E5-2630 (2x2.3

GHz/6-core/15 MB/95 W) FIO

Processor Kit

48 GB (6x8 GB) Dual Rank PC3L

10600R (DDR-1333)

1.8 TB 6G SAS 15K (2.5 inch) RAID 5

2x Ethernet 1 GB 4-port

2x Power Supply Kit

iLo Advanced

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Term

Host system/configuration

Number

Comment

Thin client

8Cx1P HP Host:

HP DL380p Gen8 Intel Xeon E5-2660 (2.2

GHz/8-core/15 MB/95 W) FIO

Processor Kit

32 GB (4x8 GB) Dual Rank PC3L

10600R (DDR-1333)

1.5 TB 6G SAS 15K (2.5 inch) RAID 5

2x Ethernet 1 GB 4-port

2x Power Supply Kit

iLo Advanced

8Cx2P HP Host

HP t510 Flexible Thin Client

HP DL380p Gen8 Intel Xeon E5-2680 (2.7

GHz/8-core/15 MB/95 W) FIO

Processor Kit

64 GB (8x8 GB) Dual Rank PC3L

10600R (DDR-1333)

4.7 TB 6G SAS 15K (2.5 inch) RAID 5

3x Ethernet 1 GB 4-port

2x Power Supply Kit

iLo Advanced

You can find information on the HP t510 Flexible

Thin Client under
http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/quickspecs/1
4256_div/14256_div.pdf

VMware Software
The following VMware software is supplied:
Term

Host system

Number

Comment

VMware vSphere 5.1

Standard for 1 Processor

6Cx1P HP Host,
8Cx1P HP Host

VMware Hypervisor incl.

licenses

6Cx2P HP Host,
8Cx2P HP Host

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Virtual machines with SIMATIC PCS 7

The following variants of virtual machines may be supplied:
SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.0 SP1 ES/OS-Client
Term

Number

Comment

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2

Standard x64 Embedded System

Operating system incl. licenses

SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.0 SP1 ES/OS-Client

SIMATIC PCS 7 excl. licenses

Term

Number

Comment

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2

Standard x64 Embedded System

Operating system incl. licenses

SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.0 SP1 OS-Server

SIMATIC PCS 7 excl. licenses

Term

Number

Comment

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2

Standard x64 Embedded System

Operating system incl. licenses

SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.0 SP1 OS-Client

SIMATIC PCS 7 excl. licenses

Term

Number

Comment

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2

Standard x64 Embedded System

Operating system incl. licenses

SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.0 SP1 Web Server

SIMATIC PCS 7 excl. licenses

SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.0 SP1 OS-Server

SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.0 SP1 OS-Client

SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.0 SP1 Web Server

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Data backup hardware

The following data backup hardware is supplied:
Term

Number

USB hard disk, 500 GB memory

The USB hard disk contains the following data:

Data

Description

Licenses & agreements

VMware software license key

SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service - Service agreement

Product documentation

"SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service" manual

Backup of host system configuration

Hypervisor (VMware vSphere ESXi)

Networks

HP Thin Client

VMware

Open Source software report

PDF

Backup of virtual machines

Backing up the delivery status of the ordered virtual machines as OVF files

SIMATIC software

Update: SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.0 SP1 Update 1

Backup of MAC addresses of supplied virtual

machines

List of MAC addresses of ordered virtual machines

Open Source Code

1.5.2

Services
A service agreement for at least 2 years is supplied as standard. You can find detailed
information on the services it includes in the supplied service agreement.

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2.1

Preparation

2.1.1

Unpack and check delivery unit

Please particularly note the following points when unpacking:

We recommend that you do not throw away the original packaging. Store this for any new
transport.
Store the documents provided. They are required for initial commissioning and are part of
the product.
Check the packaging and contents for visible transport damage.
Ensure that the delivery is complete (see section "Items Supplied").
If you find transport damage or discrepancies please inform your sales contact.
Also observe the device-specific information and safety instructions from the manufacturer:
HP ProLiant DL380p Gen 8-Server
http://h20565.www2.hp.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/psi/manualsResults/?sp4ts.oid=5177957
HP t510 Flexible Thin Client
(http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/DocumentIndex.jsp?contentType=Sup
portManual&lang=de&cc=de&docIndexId=65042&taskId=135&prodTypeId=12454&prodSeri
esId=5226831)

2.1.2

Assemble devices
You will find information and safety instructions for assembling the devices supplied in the
manufacturer's product documentation:
HP ProLiant DL380p Gen 8-Server
(http://h20565.www2.hp.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/psi/manualsResults/?sp4ts.oid=5177
957)
HP t510 Flexible Thin Client
(http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/DocumentIndex.jsp?contentType=
SupportManual&lang=de&cc=de&docIndexId=65042&taskId=135&prodTypeId=12454&pr
odSeriesId=5226831)

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2.1.3

Additional components required

To commission the virtualization system, in addition to the delivery unit, the following
components are required:
Hardware
Optional: PC for use as a management console. Any PC that meets the requirements
for the "VMware vSphere Client 5.1" software can be used as a management console.
For additional information refer to
http://kb.vmware.com/selfservice/microsites/search.do?language=en_US&cmd=displa
yKC&externalId=2005083. Alternatively the supplied thin client can be used as the
management console if it is equipped with a Windows operating system.
Optional: Switches depending on system configuration; you can find information on
the switches for the SCALANCE product range at http://www.automation.siemens.com
Monitor for operating the virtualization server and thin client. Note the manufacturer's
information.
Software
The SIMATIC PCS 7 components pre-installed on the virtual machines must be licensed.
The scope and type of the required licenses depend on the PCS 7 options and the
number of virtual machines. You can find information on licensing SIMATIC PCS 7 at
http://www.siemens.com/simatic-pcs7.

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2.2

Connecting the hardware components

2.2.1

Overview of the hardware components

The following figure shows the hardware components schematically and their network
connections:

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2.2.2

Description of the network connections

The virtualization server has 8 ports. Each port is assigned to one of the following bus
systems:
Terminal bus
Plant bus
Redundancy bus
Management bus
The following figure shows the assignment of the bus systems to the ports on the
virtualization server:

Note
The redundancy bus is required if an additional virtualization server is used to set up a
redundant OS server pair. With a simple system configuration with one virtualization server,
the redundancy bus is not required.

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The assignment of the bus systems to the ports on the virtualization server is displayed in
the "Configuration" tab in the "VMware vSphere Client" software:

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The virtual machines use virtual network cards. The network connections are configured as
follows:

Information on the configuration of the network connections of the virtual machines can be
found in section "Setting the network connections (Page 47)".

2.2.3

Connect the virtualization server and management console

Introduction
The virtualization server and management console are linked via the management bus. You
can connect the following hardware as a management console:
The supplied thin client if this is equipped with a Windows operating system.
A computer that meets the requirements for the "VMware vSphere Client 5.1" software.

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Procedure
To connect the virtualization server and management console, follow these steps:
1. Insert the bus connection plug on the network cable into the following port on the
virtualization server:

2. Connect the virtualization server and management console via the relevant interface on
the management console.
3. If you want the management bus to be redundant connect a second network cable to the
following port on the virtualization server and connect it (e.g. via a switch) to the
management bus.

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2.2.4

Connecting the thin client

Introduction
If the thin client is used exclusively to operate and observe the virtual PCS 7 OS client this is
connected with the virtualization server via the terminal bus. In contrast when being used as
the management console the thin client must be connected with
the management bus.

Procedure
To connect the thin client supplied, follow these steps:
1. Insert the bus connection plug on the network cable into the following port on the
virtualization server:

2. Connect the virtualization server and thin client with the terminal bus. Use the following
interface on the thin client to do so:

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3. If you want the terminal bus to be redundant connect a second network cable to the
following port on the virtualization server and connect it (e.g. via a switch) to the terminal
bus:

2.2.5

Connection of automation systems

Introduction
Automation systems are connected with the virtualization server via the plant bus.

Procedure
To connect an automation system, follow these steps:
1. Insert the bus connection plug on the network cable into the following port on the
virtualization server:

2. Connect the automation system.

Observe the information and safety instructions on the relevant automation system in the
documentation. You can find information on the Siemens automation systems at
https://support.automation.siemens.com.

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3. If you want the plant bus to be redundant connect a second network cable to the following
port on the virtualization server and connect it (e.g. via a switch) to the plant bus.

2.2.6

Connect a second virtualization server for redundant virtual OS servers

Introduction
When operating a redundant OS server pair that is distributed over two virtualization servers,
the redundancy bus must be connected.

Procedure
To connect a virtualization server to the redundancy bus, follow these steps:
1. Insert the bus connection plug on the network cable into the following port on the
virtualization server:

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2. Connect the virtualization server with the network cable on the redundancy bus.

3. If you want the redundancy bus to be double, connect a second network cable to the
following port on the virtualization server and connect it (e.g. via a switch) to the
redundancy bus:

2.3

Configuring the virtualization server

Introduction
The virtualization server (HP ProLiant DL380p Gen8) is supplied with a password and a preconfigured IP address. The password and IP address must be modified for each user. The
data set on the virtualization server must be noted and treated in confidence. It is required
for additional configuration steps.
Note
Also observe the device-specific information and safety instructions from the manufacturer:
HP ProLiant DL380p Gen 8-Server
(http://h20565.www2.hp.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/psi/manualsResults/?sp4ts.oid=5177
957)
HP Integrated Lights-Out 4 (iLO 4)
(http://h20565.www2.hp.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/psi/manualsResults/?sp4ts.oid=5219
994)

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Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The virtualization server is assembled and commissioned according to the manufacturer's
regulations.
A monitor and keyboard are connected on the virtualization server.

Procedure
follow these steps to configure the virtualization server:
1. Switch the virtualization server on via the mains/standby switch.
The server's start-up application is displayed.

2. Press the F2 button.

The dialog for logging in to the virtualization server is opened.

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3. Enter the following log in data:
Login Name: root
Password: Siemens1234

4. Press Enter.
The options for modifying the system characteristics of the virtualization server are
displayed.
5. Navigate to the "Configure password" entry and press Enter.
Note
Use the <Arrow down> and <Arrow up> buttons to navigate between the individual
entries.

The password change dialog opens.

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6. Enter the default password "Siemens1234" for the virtualization server in the "Old
Password" line.

7. Enter a new password for the virtualization server into the "New Password" and "Confirm
Password" lines.

8. Press Enter to save the change.

Note
Using the "Esc" button you can reject the changes and leave the dialog.

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9. Navigate to the "Configure Management Network" entry and press Enter.

The options to change the network settings are displayed.

10.Navigate to the "IP Configuration" entry and press Enter.

The dialog to modify the IP address is opened.

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11.Enter the desired IP address.

12.Enter the desired subnet mask.

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13.Press Enter to save the change.
A summary of the settings is shown under the "IP Configuration" entry.

14.Press the <Esc> button to reach the initial dialog.

15.Press <Esc> again to log off from the system.

2.4

Configuration of the management console

Introduction
If you use a computer as a management console you must install the "VMware vSphere
Client 5.1" software on it.
You configure and manage the virtual machines that are pre-installed with the PCS 7
components and available on the virtualization server using the "VMware vSphere Client"
software.
If you want to use the supplied thin client as the management console, it is not necessary to
execute the steps described in this section. The "VMware vSphere Client 5.1" software is
pre-installed on the supplied thin clients with the Windows operating system. Thin clients
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Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The management console is operational.
The installation application for the "VMware vSphere Client 5.1" software is available.
You can find the installation application at https://www.vmware.com.

Procedure
To install the "VMware vSphere Client" software, follow these steps:
1. Start the management console.
2. Start the installation application of the "VMware vSphere Client" software.
3. Select the desired installation language.

4. Click "Next" in the first dialog.

5. Note the patent agreements and click "Next".

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6. Agree to the license agreement and click "Next".

7. Enter the installation path and click "Next".

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8. Click the "Install" button.

The installation is started. The successful implementation of the installation is confirmed

by a notification.
9. Click "Finish" to complete the installation.

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Thin client configuration

2.5.1

Thin clients with Windows operating system

Introduction
When commissioning the thin client, configure the thin client to your requirements with the
aid of the "HP Easy Tools" configuration wizard.

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The thin client is assembled and commissioned according to the manufacturer's
regulations.
The thin client is connected with the management bus (for use as a management
console) or with the terminal bus (for use as an operating and observation station).
A monitor, keyboard, and mouse are connected to the thin client.

Procedure
To configure the thin client, follow these steps:
1. Switch on the thin client.
The thin client is started in the restricted user mode. To configure the thin client, you must
switch to the administrator mode.
2. Log into the thin client as administrator. To do so use the following log in data:
User name: Administrator
Password: Administrator

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3. Start the "HP Easy Tools" configuration wizard via the "Start > Control Panel > HP Easy
Tools" command.
The configuration wizard opens.

4. In the left navigation area click on the "Easy Config" button.

5. Use the "Next" button to navigate to the individual configuration options and make the
desired settings.
Detailed information on the configuration options can be found in the manufacturer's "HP
Easy Tools"
(http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/DocumentIndex.jsp?contentType=
SupportManual&lang=de&cc=de&docIndexId=65042&taskId=135&prodTypeId=12454&pr
odSeriesId=5226831) administrator manual.
6. Click Exit in the "Thank You" section to close the configuration wizard.

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7. To save the configuration settings right click on the "lock" icon in the Windows task bar
and select the "Commit EWF(C)" command:

NOTICE
If you do not explicitly save the configuration settings these are lost when the thin client
starts next.
8. Switch to the thin client's user mode.
The default log in data are:
User name: User
Password: User

2.5.2

Thin clients with HP ThinPro operating system

Introduction
When commissioning the thin client for the first time, the "HP Easy Tools" wizard is started
automatically. Use this wizard to configure the thin client to your requirements.

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The thin client is assembled and commissioned according to the manufacturer's
regulations.
The thin client is connected with the terminal bus.
A monitor, keyboard, and mouse are connected to the thin client.

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Procedure
To configure the thin client, follow these steps:
1. Switch on the thin client.
The configuration wizard starts.

2. Select a language for executing the wizard.

3. In the left navigation area click on the "Easy Config" button.
4. Use the "Next" button to navigate to the individual configuration options and make the
desired settings.
Detailed information on the configuration options can be found in the manufacturer's "HP
Easy Tools"
(http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/DocumentIndex.jsp?contentType=
SupportManual&lang=en&cc=de&docIndexId=65042&taskId=135&prodTypeId=12454&pr
odSeriesId=5226831) administrator manual.
5. Click Exit in the "Thank You" section to complete the configuration of the thin client.

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3.1

Start the "VMware vSphere Client" application

Introduction
In this section, you will learn how to start the "VMware vSphere Client" application and how
to access the virtual machines that are available on the virtualization server.

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The virtualization server and management console are operational.
The password and IP address for the virtualization server have been set and are
available.
See section "Configuring the virtualization server (Page 27)".
The server and management console are linked via the management bus.
The "VMware vSphere Client" application is installed on the management console.

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Procedure
To start a virtual machine, follow these steps:
1. Start the management console.
2. Double-click the desktop icon for the "VMware vSphere Client" software or select "Start >
All Programs > VMware > VMware vSphere Client".

3. Enter the log in data for the virtualization server.

(See the section "Configuring the virtualization server (Page 27)".

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The "VMware vSphere Client" application is opened. The virtual machines available on
the virtualization server are displayed in the left-hand navigation area.

3.2

Start the virtual machines

Introduction
When you start one of the virtual machines for the first time after commissioning an
installation setup executes automatically. The setup installs SIMATIC PCS 7 depending on
the automation task of the virtual machine (e.g. engineering station, OS server, OS client).
The setup must be executed for each virtual machine.

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The "VMware vSphere Client" application is started on the management console.
The connection to the virtualization server is established and the available virtual
machines are displayed in the left-hand navigation area of the "VMware vSphere Client"
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Procedure
To start a virtual machine and execute installation setup, follow these steps:
1. Select the virtual machine and click the "Power On" button.

The virtual machine starts.

2. Click the "Launch Virtual Machine Console" button to open the virtual machine in a
separate window.

The virtual machine is displayed. The installation setup opens.

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3. Select the language for the installation setup.

4. Enter the computer name for the virtual machine in the "Computer name" field.
5. Select the desired language to install SIMATIC PCS 7.

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6. Click the "Save settings and reboot" button.
The virtual machine restarts. After the restart the installation of the SIMATIC PCS 7
components is started automatically.

7. Wait until the installation process is complete.

After the installation the computer restarts automatically.
8. Repeat steps 1 to 7 for each virtual machine.
Note
You can also install other SIMATIC PCS 7 components on the virtual machines. The
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3.3

Setting the network connections

Introduction
Depending on the automation task the individual virtual machines have the following network
connections:
PCS 7 ES/OS-Client
Terminal bus
Plant bus
Management bus
PCS 7 OS-Server
Terminal bus
Plant bus
Redundancy bus
Management bus
PCS 7 OS-Client
Terminal bus
Management bus
PCS 7 Web Server
Terminal bus
Management bus
So that the communication between the individual virtual machines can be implemented an
IP address must be set for each network connection. The configuration of the network
connections must be implemented individually for each virtual machine and network
connection.

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The "VMware vSphere Client" application is started on the management console.
The installation of the SIMATIC software was conducted without errors on all virtual
machines (see section "Start the virtual machines (Page 43)").

Procedure
To set the network connections, follow these steps:
1. Start the virtual machine.
2. Open the network connections via "Start > Control panel > Network and Internet >
Network Connections".

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3. Select one of the network connections (e.g. terminal bus) and open the "Properties"
dialog via the context menu.

4. Select the "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" element and click the "Properties"
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5. Activate the "Use the following IP address" option and enter the desired IP address.
Note
Assign the IP addresses corresponding to your plant configuration. Select the same
number range, e.g.:
192.168.1.11
192.168.1.12
192.168.1.13
192.168.1.14

6. Confirm the changes with "OK".

7. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for each network connection for the virtual machine currently open.
8. Configure the network connections of all available virtual machines as per Steps 1 to 7.
Note
Further information can be found in the "PCS 7 PC Configuration and Authorization"
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/68157327) manual.

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3.4

Using SOFTNET-IE

Introduction
The "SOFTNET-IE S7 REDCONNECT VM V8.2" software offers the option of realizing a
highly available connection to an automation system in the virtual environment. The
"SOFTNET-IE S7 REDCONNECT VM V8.2" software is part of the "SIMATIC NET V8.2"
software package. You can find information on the installation in the "PG/PC - Industrial
Ethernet / PROFIBUS SIMATIC NET PC Software V8.2
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/61630923)" manual.

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The license package for highly available connections (MLFB: 6GK1704-0HB08-2AA0) is
available. One license package per virtual machine is required.
CPU firmware version is V6.0.0 or higher

Configuration in SIMATIC PCS 7

Configuring the highly available connection takes place in SIMATIC PCS 7 with the "NetPro"
engineering tool. You can find detailed information about configuration in the "PCS 7
Engineering System" (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/57270203)
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"IE General" must be set as the communication interface for configuring the highly available
connection in the virtual environment. The following figure shows a sample configuration:

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3.5

Activating the automatic start of the virtual machines

Introduction
The virtual machines can be set such that they are executed automatically after the system
starts.

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The "VMware vSphere Client" application is started on the management console.
The connection to the virtualization server is established and the available virtual
machines are displayed in the left-hand navigation area of the "VMware vSphere Client"
application.

Procedure
To activate the automatic execution of a virtual machine, follow these steps:
1. Click the "Configuration" tab on the "VMware vSphere Client" application.
2. In the "Software" area click on "Virtual Machine Startup/Shutdown".

The available virtual machines are displayed in the "Startup order" area.

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3. Click on "Properties".

The "Virtual Machine Startup and Shutdown" dialog is opened.

4. Activate the "Allow virtual machines to start and stop automatically with the system"
option box.
5. Set the delay for starting and stopping the virtual machines.

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6. In the "Manual Startup" area select the virtual machine for which you want to activate the
automatic start.
7. Move the virtual machine to the "Automatic Startup" area using the "Move Up" button.

The virtual machine is positioned in the "Automatic Startup" area.

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8. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for all virtual machines for which you want to activate the automatic
start. You can change the start order using the "Move Up" and "Move Down" buttons.
9. Click "OK" to save the changes.

3.6

Licensing the SIMATIC software

For licensing the SIMATIC components that are installed on the virtual machines, the
licenses must be transferred from a license USB stick to the virtual machines so that these
are available for the SIMATIC License Manager (ALM). To do so, execute the following
steps:
Configuration of the connections between a license USB stick and the virtual machines
Transfer the licenses using the SIMATIC License Manager (ALM)

3.6.1

Connecting USB devices

Introduction
To transfer the license to a virtual machine the use of USB devices must be configured for
each virtual machine.

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The "VMware vSphere Client" application is started on the management console.
The license USB stick for licensing the SIMATIC components is connected to the
management console.

Procedure
To connect a USB device with a virtual machine, follow these steps:
1. Start the virtual machine.
2. Click on the USB icon in the toolbar of the virtual machine and select the "Connect to
USB device" command.

3. Select the USB device that contains the necessary SIMATIC licenses.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 for all available virtual machines.

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3.6.2

Transfer the SIMATIC licenses

Introduction
The transfer of SIMATIC licenses from a license USB stick to a drive on a virtual machine
takes place with the aid of the SIMATIC Automation License Manager (ALM). The SIMATIC
Automation License Manager is pre-installed on all virtual machines.

Requirement
The following requirements must be met:
The "VMware vSphere Client" application is started on the management console.
The license USB stick for licensing the SIMATIC components is connected to the
management console.
The connection to USB devices is configured on the virtual machines
(See section "Connecting USB devices (Page 55)")

Procedure
To transfer the licenses to the drive, follow these steps:
1. Start one of the virtual machines.
2. Start the SIMATIC Automation License Manager via the following desktop icon:

The SIMATIC Automation License Manager is opened.

3. Transfer all required licenses to the drive on the virtual machine.
Information on transferring licenses is found in the "SIMATIC Automation License
Manager" (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/56956174) manual.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 for all available virtual machines.

3.7

Creating and managing PCS 7 projects

Projecting and configuring PCS 7 projects is conducted in the same way as for traditional
systems. You will find detailed information on this in the following documentation "PCS 7
V8.0 SP 1 Manual Collection"
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4.1

Access to virtual PCS 7 ES, PCS 7 OS server, and PCS 7 web

server

Introduction
Access to the virtual PCS 7 ES, PCS 7 OS server, and PCS 7 web server is provided via the
"VMware vSphere Client" software. Access using RDP is not permitted.

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The virtual machines are configured.
(See section "Configuration of the virtual machines (Page 41)".)
The virtual machine that you want to access is activated.
The "VMware vSphere Client" software is started.

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Procedure
To access a virtual machine, follow these steps:
1. Select the virtual machine that you want to access.

2. Click the "Launch Virtual Machine Console" button to display the virtual machine.

The virtual machine is shown in a separate window.

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4.2

Access to virtual PCS 7 OS clients

You have the following options for accessing virtual PCS 7 OS clients:
Access via the "VMware vSphere Client" software
Access is provided from the thin client (Windows operating system) or the management
console and is recommended for configuring, maintaining, and managing the virtual PCS
7 OS clients. The procedure is the same as in section "Access to virtual PCS 7 ES, PCS
7 OS server, and PCS 7 web server (Page 59)".
Access via an RDP connection
Access is from the thin client and is recommended for operating and observing the virtual
PCS 7 OS clients.

4.2.1

Creating a remote desktop connection (RDP)

Introduction
You create and configure an RDP connection on the thin client for remote access to a virtual
PCS 7 OS client.

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The virtual PCS 7 OS client that you want to access is configured and activated.
(See section "Configuration of the virtual machines (Page 41)".)
The thin client is switched on.

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Procedure (Windows operating system)

In order to set up remote access on a PCS 7 OS client, follow these steps:
1. Enter the search term "Remote Desktop Connection" in the search field in the Windows
start menu.
2. Execute the "Remote Desktop Connection" application as administrator.

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3. Click the "Options" button.

4. Enter the following network data for the connection:

Computer: <IP address of the virtual OS client> : <Port:3389> (e.g.
192.168.126.131:3389)
User name: Username for logging in to the PCS 7 OS client

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5. Click the "Save As" button and save the connection.
Ensure that the access to the connection is possible for all desired users after quitting the
administrator mode.
6. Select the "Display" tab and set the display properties for the connection.
7. Select the "Local Resources" tab and set the desired settings for playing the acoustic
signals.

Note
Via the "Settings" button in the "Remote audio" area you can set the device on which the
acoustic signals are played for messages and alarms from the PCS 7 notification system.
8. Activate the desired options under the "Programs", "Experience", and "Advanced" tab.
9. Click the "Connect" button to establish the connection to the PCS 7 OS client.

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10.To save the settings right click on the "lock" icon in the Windows task bar and select the
"Commit EWF(C)" command:

NOTICE
If you do not explicitly save the configuration settings, these are lost when the thin client
starts next.
11.Switch to the thin client's user mode.

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Procedure (HP ThinPro operating system)

In order to set up remote access on a PCS 7 OS client, follow these steps:
1. Switch on the administrator mode for the thin client.

2. Open the "ThinPro Control Center" application.

The application dialog opens.

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3. Click on "Connections" in the left navigation area of the dialog.

4. Add a new connection.

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5. Enter the following network data for the connection:
Name: Name of connection, e.g. OSClient1
Address: IP address of the virtual OS client
Port: 3389
Username: Username for logging in to the PCS 7 OS client
Password: Password for logging in to the PCS 7 OS client

6. Click "Next".

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7. Set the desired display properties for the connection and click on the "Next" button.

8. Activate the desired options and click "Next".

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9. Set the desired settings for playing the acoustic signals and click on the "Next" button.
Note
Via the "Remote computer sound" option you can set the device on which the acoustic
signals are played for messages and alarms from the PCS 7 notification system.

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11.Set the desired options for activating and deactivating the connection.

12.Click "Finish" to create the new connection.

The connection is created and displayed in the "ThinPro Control Center" dialog.
13.Click the connection and click the "Connect" button to establish the connection to the
virtual PCS 7 OS client.

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4.2.2

Log off and separate the connection

Introduction
The remote connection is logged off and separated from the relevant virtual machine (e.g.
PCS 7 ES, PCS 7 OS client).

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The virtual machine is switched on.
There is a remote connection

Procedure
To disconnect a remote connection, follow these steps:
1. In the start menu of the virtual machine click on "Log off > Disconnect".

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5.1

Start the whole virtualization system

After the initial commissioning and configuration, you can start the virtualization system as
follows:
1. Switch on the virtualization server. Please note the manufacturer's information and safety
instructions.
2. Switch on the thin client. Please note the manufacturer's information and safety
instructions.
3. Switch on the management console.
4. Start the "VMware vSphere Client" software on the management console.
You can find information on this in section "Start the "VMware vSphere Client" application
(Page 41)".
5. Close the maintenance mode on the virtualization server if this is activated. Select the
virtualization server in the "VMware vSphere Client" software and select the "Exit
Maintenance Mode" command in the context menu.

6. Start the desired virtual machines.

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5.2

Shut down the whole virtualization system

To close the whole virtualization system, follow these steps:
1. Deactivate all PCS 7 projects that are in process operation (runtime).
You can find information on this in the "WinCC V7.2: Working with WinCC"
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/73506085) manual.
2. Close all virtual machines.
To do so select the desired virtual machine and click on the "Shut down the guest" button
in the "VMware vSphere Client" application toolbar.

3. End the virtualization server via the "VMware vSphere Client" application.
Select the virtualization server and select the "Enter Maintenance Mode" command in
the context menu.

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Confirm the switch to the maintenance mode.

Note
Ensure that the maintenance mode of the virtualization server is not ended automatically
when closing down. After restarting the virtualization server, the maintenance mode must
be ended manually. Select the virtualization server in the "VMware vSphere Client"
software and select the "Exit Maintenance Mode" command in the context menu.
Select the virtualization server and select the "Shut Down" command in the context
menu.

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Enter a reason for closing the virtualization server and click on the "OK" button.

In the following dialog click on the "No" button to end the "VMware vSphere Client"
software.

4. Switch off the management console.

5. Switch off the thin client. Please note the manufacturer's information and safety
instructions.

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6.1

Backing up the virtual machines

Introduction
You can back up the working status of a virtual machine by exporting an OVF template. You
export the OVF template with the aid of the "VMware vSphere Client" application.

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The "VMware vSphere Client" application is opened.
The process operation of the PCS 7 projects is ended (runtime is deactivated).
The virtual machines that you want to back up are switched off.
You can find information on this in section "Shut down the whole virtualization system
(Page 74)".

Procedure
To back up a virtual machine, follow these steps:
1. Select the virtual machine for which you want to back up the working status in the
"VMware vSphere Client" application.
2. Select the "File >Export > Export OVF Template" command in the menu bar.
The "Export OVF Template" dialog box opens.
3. In the "Name" field, type a name for the backup file.
4. In the "Directory" field, enter the desired storage location for the backup file.
5. Select the "Folder of files (OVF)" option in the drop-down list in the "Format" area.
6. In the "Description" field, enter a description for the virtual machine.
7. Click "OK".
The virtual machine is exported as an OVF file.

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6.2

Restoring the delivery status of the virtual machines

To restore the delivery status of the virtual machines do the following:
Remove existing virtual machines from the hard disk of the virtualization server
NOTICE
Remove the virtual machines
Note that when deleting the virtual machines, all data on the virtual machines is
irrevocably deleted.
Restore delivery status of the virtual machines by importing OVF templates.

6.2.1

Remove the virtual machines

Procedure
To delete a virtual machine, follow these steps:
1. Open the "VMware vSphere Client" application.
2. Select the desired virtual machine and the "Delete from Disk" command in the context
menu.

The virtual machine is deleted.

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6.2.2

Restore delivery status of the virtual machines by importing OVF templates

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The "VMware vSphere Client" application is opened.
The virtual machines that are restored are removed from the hard disk of the virtualization
server.
The USB hard disk supplied with the backup data and the MAC addresses to restore the
virtual machines is at hand.
See the section titled "Scope of delivery (Page 12)" for more information.

Procedure
To restore the delivery status of a virtual machine, follow these steps:
1. Connect the supplied USB hard disk to the management console.
2. In the "VMware vSphere Client" application menu bar select the "File > Deploy OVF
Template" command.

The "Deploy OVF Template" dialog opens.

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3. Click the "Browse" button and select the OVF template for the desired virtual machine.

4. Click "Next".

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5. Check the properties of the OVF template and click "Next".

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6. Enter a name for the virtual machine and click "Next".

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7. Make the settings for the hard disk format and click "Next".

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8. Check the network assignment and click "Next".

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9. Check the import settings and click "Finish".

The OVF template for the selected virtual machine is imported.

The successful execution is confirmed by a message.

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10.Select the imported virtual machine in the "VMware vSphere Client" application and
select the "Edit settings" command in the shortcut menu.

11.Select the "Network adapter" property in the "Hardware" tab.

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12.Activate the "Manual" option in the "MAC address" area of the dialog.

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13.Enter the MAC address of the virtual machine. The MAC addresses are listed on the
supplied USB hard disk (see section "Scope of delivery (Page 12)").

6.3

Restoring the delivery status of the virtualization server

To restore the delivery status of the virtualization server do the following:
Installation of the "VMware vSphere ESXi 5.1" software on the virtualization server
NOTICE
New installation of the virtualization server
Please note that on installation of the "VMware vSphere ESXi" software, all data and
settings on the virtualization server are irrevocably deleted.
Setting the IP address and network adapter of the virtualization server
Import additional configuration data

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6.3.1

Installing the "VMware vSphere ESXi" software

Introduction
By installing the "VMware vSphere ESXi" software all data on the virtualization server is
deleted and a new hypervisor is installed (see section "Function principle (Page 9)").

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The virtualization server is assembled and commissioned according to the manufacturer's
regulations.
A monitor, keyboard, and mouse are connected to the virtualization server.
The supplied CD with the installation of the "VMware vSphere ESXi 5.1" software is
available (see section "Scope of delivery (Page 12)").

Procedure
To install the "VMware vSphere ESXi" software and set the virtualization server, follow these
steps:
1. Switch the virtualization server on via the mains/standby switch. The server's start-up
application is displayed.
2. Insert the installation CD for the "VMware vSphere ESXi 5.1" software into the CD drive
of the virtualization server.
3. Open the boot menu via the F11 button

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4. Make the setting to start from the CD device.

5. Select the target drive for installing the SD memory card for the virtualization server and
press Enter.

6. Select a keyboard type.

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7. Enter a password for access to the virtualization server.
Note
The data set on the virtualization server must be noted and treated in confidence. It is
required for additional configuration steps.
8. Press Enter to start the installation.
9. After completing the installation remove the installation CD from the CD drive of the
virtualization server.
10.Press Enter to restart the virtualization server.

6.3.2

Configuration of the IP address and network adapter

Introduction
After installing the "VMware vSphere ESXi 5.1" software you set the IP address and network
adapter of the virtualization server.

Requirement
The following requirements must be met:
The virtualization server is assembled and commissioned according to the manufacturer's
regulations.
The "VMware vSphere ESXi 5.1" software is installed.

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Procedure
Proceed as follows to configure the virtualization server:
1. Switch the virtualization server on via the mains/standby switch. The server's start-up
application is displayed.

2. Press the F2 button.

The dialog for logging in to the virtualization server is opened.
3. Enter the following log in data:
Login Name: root
Password: See section "Installing the "VMware vSphere ESXi" software (Page 89)".

4. Press Enter.
The options for configuring the system properties of the virtualization server are
displayed.

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5. Navigate to the "Configure Management Network" entry and press Enter.
Note
Use the <Arrow down> and <Arrow up> buttons to navigate between the individual
entries.

The options to change the network settings are displayed.

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6. Navigate to the "IP Configuration" entry and press Enter.

The dialog to modify the IP address is opened.

7. Enter the desired IP address.

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8. Enter the desired subnet mask.

9. Press Enter to save the change.

Note
Using the "Esc" button you can reject the changes and leave the dialog.
A summary of the settings is shown under the "IP Configuration" entry.

10.Press the <Esc> button to reach the "Configure Management Network" initial dialog.
11.Navigate to the "Network Adapters" entry and press Enter.

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12.Select the "vmnic0" and "vmnic7" interfaces.

13.Press Enter to save the settings.

14.Press the <Esc> button to reach the "System Customization" dialog.
15.Press the <Esc> button to activate the configuration.

6.3.3

Import additional configuration data

Introduction
On the supplied USB hard disk you will find additional configuration data (incl. licenses,
network settings) that you can transfer to the virtualization server with the aid of the "VMware
vSphere Command-Line Interface" software.

Requirements
The following requirements must be met:
The instructions described in the sections "Installing the "VMware vSphere ESXi"
software (Page 89)" and "Configuration of the IP address and network adapter (Page 91)"
have been executed.
The supplied USB hard disk is available.
The installation application of the "VMware vSphere Command-Line Interface 5.1 Update
1" software is available.
You can find the installation application at
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Procedure
In order to transfer the configuration data on the supplied USB hard disk to the virtualization
server, proceed as follows:
1. Install the "VMware vSphere Command-Line Interface 5.1 Update 1" software on the
management console.
Additional information on this is provided in the manufacturer's documentation
(http://www.vmware.com/support/developer/vcli/).
2. Connect the supplied USB hard disk to the management console.
3. Open the Windows command line.
4. Enter the path to the installation folder for the "VMware vSphere Command-Line Interface
V5.1 Update1" software.

5. Enter the following command:

vicfg-cfgbackup server <server_ip> -l <device> :\

<backup>.tgz
<server_ip>: IP address of the virtualization server (see section "Configuration of the
IP address and network adapter (Page 91)")
<device>: Drive for the supplied USB hard disk

6. Press Enter.

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7. Enter the following data:
User name: root
Password: Password for the virtualization server (see section "Installing the "VMware
vSphere ESXi" software (Page 89)").

8. Press Enter.
The configuration data is transferred to the virtualization server.
9. Restart the virtualization server.

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