PowerProtect Data Manager 19.9 Administration and User Guide

vCenter server appliance fails

1. Perform an image-level restore of the lost vCenter server by using one of the following methods, and then power ON the vCenter.
   • Restore to original — This method is valid only when the vCenter server appliance is intact and running, but corrupted.
   • Recover as a new virtual machine to a managed ESXi server — Use this method if you have completely lost your vCenter server appliance. Note that this vCenter must be registered with PowerProtect Data Manager.
   • Emergency recovery to an ESXi server.
2. After a successful boot, verify that all vCenter services have started.
3. Perform a log in test.
4. If the log in test fails, then this vCenter server appliance is pointing to an inactive PSC. Repoint to an active node.