How to import an OVA file
Importing the OVA Image into vCenter/ESXi
Follow these steps to deploy the OVA image for the VeridiumID Server:
Open the Administration Console of your vCenter/ESXi environment.
In the left-pane, right-click the host where you want to import the OVA file.
Select Deploy OVF Template.
In the upload dialog, choose Local File and then click Upload Files.
Navigate to and select the
VID.ovafile, then click Open.
Click Next to proceed.
Update the virtual machine’s name if desired, and select the target location for the VM; then click Next.
Choose the target resource pool or host (e.g.,
nuc.local) and click Next.
Review the details of the OVA import task, then click Next.
Select the storage location for the VM (e.g.,
NUC_SSD disk) then click Next.
Choose the destination network matching your architecture (e.g.,
VM Network) and click Next.
Click Finish to begin the deployment.
The import task will now appear in the vCenter/ESXi task list.
Wait for the task to complete.
Once the import is finished, the VeridiumID OVA instance is ready to use—start the virtual machine.
IMPORTANT: The first boot of the OVA may take up to 10 minutes. Please do not reboot the machine during this period.
Additional Tips
Ensure your host has adequate CPU, memory, and storage resources before beginning the import.
Confirm the network segment and storage selected match your infrastructure and architecture plans.
Monitor the task list for any errors during import—if a failure occurs, inspect the error logs and re-attempt the import.
After the first boot, validate connectivity and configuration (e.g., network settings, hostname, IP address) before putting the VM into production.
Document the VM name, location, and configuration as part of your asset inventory for future reference.
The initial boot of the OVA may take up to 10 mins. Please do not attempt to reboot the machine during this period