Add ISO Image Storage to XenServer
XenServer is a popular virtualization platform that allows users to create and manage virtual machines. One of the key features of XenServer is the ability to install and run virtual machines from ISO images. However, in order to do this, you need to add ISO image storage to XenServer. In this article, we will show you how to easily add ISO image storage to XenServer.
Step 1: Create a New Storage Repository
The first step in adding ISO image storage to XenServer is to create a new storage repository. To do this, log in to the XenServer host and open XenCenter. Click on the ‘Storage’ tab and then select ‘New Storage Repository’ from the drop-down menu. Follow the on-screen instructions to create a new storage repository.
Step 2: Attach the ISO Image Storage
Once you have created a new storage repository, the next step is to attach the ISO image storage. To do this, click on the ‘Storage’ tab in XenCenter and select the storage repository you just created. Click on ‘Attach ISO’ and follow the on-screen instructions to attach the ISO image storage.
Step 3: Upload ISO Images
After attaching the ISO image storage, you can now upload ISO images to the storage repository. To do this, click on the ‘Storage’ tab in XenCenter and select the storage repository. Click on ‘Upload ISO’ and then select the ISO image files you want to upload. Follow the on-screen instructions to upload the ISO images.
Step 4: Use ISO Images to Install Virtual Machines
Now that you have added ISO image storage to XenServer and uploaded ISO images, you can use these images to install virtual machines. When creating a new virtual machine, simply select the ISO image from the storage repository as the installation source. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the virtual machine using the selected ISO image.
Conclusion
Adding ISO image storage to XenServer is simple and straightforward. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily add ISO image storage to XenServer and start installing virtual machines from ISO images. This will help you efficiently manage your virtualization environment and streamline your virtual machine deployment process.