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Create a Resource Pool for VMware Virtual Machines

The following procedure describes how to use a VMware vCenter or vSphere resource pool to create a virtual resource pool for the Reservation Manager.

Note: The addition of resource pools is performed in the context of the vSphere Datacenter at the time they are added. If the VMware data center is renamed, the resource pools defined in the Reservation Manager will no longer be usable. Thus, it is important to stabilize the vSphere structure before adding resource pools.

To create a virtual resource pool for VMware

1. As administrator in Reservation Manager, under Administer Your Reservation Manager, click Manage your resource pools.

   The list of resource pools appears.

2. Select Add Virtual Pool from the Actions menu in the upper right corner of the Resource Pools list and follow the instructions in the wizard.