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There are two main methods for migrating VMs from VMware to Proxmox: using the Proxmox VE Import Wizard (available in Proxmox VE version 8 or above) and manual conversion. Here’s a breakdown of both methods:

Method 1: Using Proxmox VE Import Wizard (Recommended)

This is the simpler method and works best for recent versions of VMware. Here’s what you’ll need to do:

Prepare Proxmox

• Ensure your Proxmox VE is on version 8 (or above) and updated.
• Add an “ESXi” import source storage in Datacenter -> Storage -> Add.

Import VMs

• Select the newly added ESXi storage in the resource tree.
• The import panel will display available VMs. Choose the VM you want to migrate.
• Click “Import” and configure settings like target storage and network bridge.
• The wizard will import the VM.

Method 2: Manual Conversion

This method involves more steps but offers more control.

Prepare VMs

• Shut down the VMs in VMware.
• Consider removing VMware Tools and Bitlocker/disk encryption (if used).
• Export the VMs as OVF files (optional, but recommended).

Transfer VM Files

• Use tools like rsync or scp to transfer the VM disk files (vmdk) to your Proxmox host.

Create VM in Proxmox:

• Create a new VM in Proxmox without hard disks.

Import Disks:

• Use the qm importdisk command to import the vmdk files into the new VM.

Configure VM:

• Set the virtual NIC type (ideally compatible with VMware).
• Ensure the boot order is set to use the imported disk for booting.

Additional Resources:

• Proxmox VE Wiki on Migration: https://pve.proxmox.com/wiki/Migrate_to_Proxmox_VE
• Video tutorial on New Proxmox Import Wizard: [YouTube new proxmox import wizard for migrating vmware esxi vms ON youtube.com]

Important Notes:

• Always back up your VMs before any migration process.
• The complexity of migration can vary depending on your VM configuration.
• Consider testing the migration process on a non-critical VM first.

By following these steps and considering the resources, you can successfully migrate your VMs from VMware to Proxmox.

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