HOW TO: Rollback VMware vSphere Hypervisor 7.0 U2a using VMware Hypervisor Recovery Mode
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Andrew Hancock (VMware vExpert PRO / EE Fellow/British Beekeeper)
EE Fellow, MVE, Expert of the Year 2021,2017-11, Scribe 2016-2012, Author of the Year 2018-6,2013-2012 VMware vExpert Pro, vExpert 2025-2011
In this video, we are going to show you HOW TO: Rollback VMware vSphere Hypervisor 7.0 U2a (ESXi 7.0.2a) using VMware Hypervisor Recovery Mode.
You may need to complete this procedure if you find that a recent update to a later version of ESXi causes you production issues e.g. storage controller or network interface compatibility issues.
You may need to complete this procedure if you find that a recent update to a later version of ESXi causes you production issues e.g. storage controller or network interface compatibility issues.
Video Steps
1. Power on
Power on or shutdown and restart your ESXi server2. Wait for the VMware Hypervisor Recovery screen
Quickly press Shift and R together at the same time3. Rollback
To rollback to the previous version enter Y4. Wait
Wait for the ESXi server to select the previous bootbank to start the rollback version
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Great video perfect for beginners to VMware like me Andy.
Very well done and explained. Endorsed!
BTW... You have a great voice for narration.
Best, Andrew
Very well done and explained. Endorsed!
BTW... You have a great voice for narration.
Best, Andrew
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Andrew
I'm glad you like the voice!, it does have a certain twang!
Thanks for Pub.
I've got many more, post-edit ready to upload.
Andy
I'm glad you like the voice!, it does have a certain twang!
Thanks for Pub.
I've got many more, post-edit ready to upload.
Andy
Active 2 days ago
I never revert it to the previous version. Great video. I can upgrade my ESXi host without fear and revert it if necessary.
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