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Create a Template for VMware Virtual Machines

Administrators create one or more templates so that users can make reservations.

Note: The addition of VM templates is performed in context to the vSphere Datacenter and the folder in which they are defined at the time they are added. If the VMware datacenter or folder is renamed or the VM templates are moved to a different folder, the templates defined in the Reservation Manager will no longer be usable. Thus, it is important to stabilize the vSphere structure before adding templates.

To create a template for VMware virtual machines

1. As administrator in Reservation Manager, under Administer Your Reservation Manager, click Manage your reservation templates.

   The Resource Pools page opens.

2. Select Create from the Actions menu in the upper right corner and follow the instructions in the wizard.