Cisco VMware vCenter Server v.6.0 Standard - License - 1 License

Discover a centralized, scalable management solution for virtual environments with Cisco VMware vCenter Server v.6.0 Standard. This OEM-packaged license delivers the core capabilities of VMware vCenter Server 6.0, thoughtfully priced for Cisco customers who require predictable terms and seamless integration within the Cisco ecosystem. With a single license, IT teams gain a robust control plane to manage multiple ESXi hosts and virtual machines, enabling clearer visibility, streamlined operations, and smarter resource allocation across the data center. Designed for organizations pursuing reliable virtualization governance, this edition helps you consolidate administration, improve response times, and align your virtualization strategy with business objectives. Whether you’re provisioning new workloads, optimizing existing assets, or preparing for future growth, vCenter Server 6.0 Standard provides the essential foundation to run a modern, efficient virtual infrastructure.

• Centralized management for VMware vSphere environments: Oversee hosts, clusters, virtual machines, storage, and networks from a single, unified console. This consolidated view reduces admin overhead, accelerates troubleshooting, and improves capacity planning by delivering consistent configuration, policy enforcement, and real-time performance data across your entire virtual estate.
• Lifecycle automation and governance: Streamline provisioning, configuration drift prevention, patching, and maintenance windows with built‑in automation capabilities. By standardizing workflows and policies, you accelerate time‑to‑value for new projects while maintaining compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. This reduces manual errors and helps ensure repeatable, auditable deployments.
• OEM licensing and Cisco integration: This package is available under OEM pricing with a single license, crafted to fit Cisco’s technology stack and procurement processes. The OEM terms simplify licensing administration and align with Cisco support workflows, making it easier to manage virtualization alongside other Cisco solutions in your data center.
• Scalability and reliability: Built to grow with your virtual environment, vCenter Server 6.0 Standard supports expanding numbers of hosts and virtual machines without sacrificing performance or control. The management plane remains responsive as you scale, delivering stable monitoring, reporting, and governance to keep your virtualized workloads operating smoothly as demands rise.
• Security, access control, and auditability: Implement role-based access control with granular permissions, comprehensive event logging, and auditable activity trails. This foundation helps protect sensitive workloads, supports compliance initiatives, and provides clear oversight for administrators and auditors alike.

Technical Details of Cisco VMware vCenter Server v.6.0 Standard - License - 1 License

• Product family: VMware vCenter Server
• Version: 6.0
• Licensing model: OEM
• License quantity: 1 license
• Deployment type: On-premises (software license for vCenter Server Standard)
• Compatibility: Designed to manage VMware vSphere environments (ESXi hosts and clusters)
• Scope: Centralized management and governance for virtual infrastructure

How to install Cisco VMware vCenter Server v.6.0 Standard - License - 1 License

• Step 1 — Prepare your environment: Confirm hardware and storage readiness, verify network configuration, and ensure you have the OEM license key and any Cisco-related prerequisites needed for deployment. Document your vSphere cluster topology and plan for vCenter connectivity to existing hosts.
• Step 2 — Obtain installation media and start the deployment: Access the installation package provided with the OEM license and launch the vCenter Server deployment wizard. Choose the deployment type that matches your data center needs (such as a centralized management instance for multiple ESXi hosts) and follow the guided prompts to configure basic network settings, SSO configuration if applicable, and inventory parameters.
• Step 3 — Connect to ESXi hosts and apply licensing: After the vCenter Server instance is provisioned, add your ESXi hosts to the inventory and apply the appropriate license keys to both the vCenter Server and the hosts in accordance with your licensing plan. Confirm connectivity and license status to ensure proper operation.
• Step 4 — Configure management and security settings: Define user roles and permissions, set up access controls, and configure initial security hardening and alerting preferences. Establish baseline monitoring and maintenance policies to help maintain reliability and avoid drift from desired configurations.
• Step 5 — Validate deployment and perform post‑install checks: Verify that all hosts appear in the vCenter inventory, verify service health, and perform a basic test such as provisioning a test VM or moving a workload between datastores. Review performance dashboards and event logs to confirm the environment is functioning as expected and that the license is properly recognized by the system.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does the license include? A: It includes one license for Cisco VMware vCenter Server v.6.0 Standard (OEM package), enabling centralized management of VMware environments as described in the product listing.
• Q: Is this a perpetual license? A: OEM terms apply, and licensing terms are defined by the OEM agreement. Please refer to your Cisco OEM contract for exact duration and renewal details.
• Q: Can I use this with other Cisco products? A: Yes. The OEM vCenter Server edition is designed to integrate with Cisco’s ecosystem, helping you manage virtualization alongside Cisco infrastructure and software in a cohesive environment.
• Q: What VMware components does it manage? A: It is designed to manage VMware vSphere environments, including ESXi hosts and clusters, under the vCenter Server 6.0 Standard edition, providing centralized administration and visibility for virtual resources.
• Q: How do I install? A: Follow the steps in the "How to install" section above, ensuring prerequisites are met and the license key is applied during deployment for proper activation and operation.