[轉綠] How to Backup VMware ESX Servers
原文: http://vmetc.com/2008/10/11/how-to-backup-vmware-esx-servers/ VMware ESX Server Host Backups Backing up the VMware ESX Server host is not a recommended practice since a typical ESX build takes minutes from start to finish. Since all critical data is stored on the SAN, it is not necessary to backup the Service Console. In the event that VMware ESX Server host has a large amount of customization, backups may be conducted of the files and directories. Within the environment there should not be extensive changes to the default environment to warrant the backups. ESX Files and Directories to Back Up File Description /etc/passwd The password file containing the local users for the VMware ESX Server host service console. /etc/shadow The shadow password file containing local users and encrypted passwords for the VMware ESX Server host service console. /etc/group The group file for containing local security groups for the VMware ESX Server host service console. /etc/grub.conf ...