vCenter Server Storage Filters

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What are the vCenter Server Storage Filters?

They are filters provided by vCenter to help avoid device corruption or performance issues which could arise as a result of using an unsupported storage device.

Storage Filter Chart

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How to access the Storage Filters

If you want to change the filter behaviour, please do the following

  • Log into the vSphere client
  • Select Administration > vCenter Server Settings
  • Select Advanced Settings
  • In the Key box, type the key you want to change
  • To disable the key, type False
  • Click Add
  • Click OK
  • Note the pic below is from vSphere 4.1

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