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How to Prepare Linux template for XenServer Provisioning

CA Virtual Assurance supports customized provisioning of new virtual machines (VM) running the following operating systems:

• Red Hat Enterprise Server 6.0
• SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11

Customization options include hostname, password, domain, or network configuration.

The following diagram illustrates how a system administrator prepares Linux template for VM provisioning.

Follow these steps:

Prerequisites for Customized VM Provisioning

Prepare a Linux Image (XenServer)

Install CA Customize Utility

Configure CA Customize Utility

Convert the VM to a Template

How the Customized Provisioning Works