No need for array-specific replication hardware.
Requires vCenter Server 8.0 Update 2 or later (vCenter 8.5 is highly recommended for full feature parity).
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Data protection and disaster recovery are critical components of modern enterprise IT infrastructure. VMware vSphere Replication 8.5 stands as a cornerstone technology for businesses seeking robust, hypervisor-based virtual machine (VM) replication. vmware vsphere replication 8.5 download
Log into the vSphere Client, right-click your target cluster, and select Deploy OVF Template . Source the downloaded 8.5 OVA file.
Select or vSphere from the product division dropdown menu. Click on My Downloads in the left-hand navigation panel. Step 4: Search for vSphere Replication
Provide valid NTP servers to ensure tight time synchronization with vCenter. No need for array-specific replication hardware
Recovery Point Objectives (RPOs) range from 5 minutes up to 24 hours.
Before downloading the software, ensure your environment meets the necessary prerequisites to avoid installation failures. Product Compatibility Matrix
Unlike storage-based replication, vSphere Replication operates at the virtual machine (VM) level, allowing you to replicate VMs across different storage types (vSAN, NAS, SAN) and different sites. Key Features of Version 8.5 VMware vSphere Replication 8
Enables replication between different types of storage, including vSAN , traditional SAN, and NAS.
Ports 8123 and 31031 must be open for replication traffic; port 5480 for appliance management.
Enhanced support for the Site Recovery and Config UIs.
Requires vCenter Server 8.0 Update 2 or later. ESXi Hosts: Requires ESXi 8.0 Update 2 or later.
Historically, VMware provided ISO images for vSphere Replication (VR) freely via the VMware Customer Connect portal. With the transition to Broadcom, the download model has shifted.