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vmware-checkvm

The command line tool "vmware-checkvm" is a utility that is primarily used in VMware virtualization environments. It is designed to provide information about the virtual machine (VM) running on a VMware hypervisor.

This tool can help you determine if you are running inside a VMware virtual machine or not by checking specific indicators. It checks for the presence of VMware-related devices, processes, and files, which are typically found in a virtualized environment.

In addition to identifying if the system is running in a VM, it can also display information such as the VM name, its UUID, and the version of VMware tools installed on the VM.

The tool offers a straightforward command-line interface, making it easy to incorporate its functionality into scripts or automation tasks that require VMware-specific knowledge.

By using the "vmware-checkvm" command, administrators can quickly validate if their system is a virtual machine, allowing them to efficiently troubleshoot and diagnose issues specific to VMware environments.

Overall, "vmware-checkvm" is a handy tool for VMware administrators and users who need to verify the virtualization environment and perform accurate troubleshooting.

List of commands for vmware-checkvm:

  • vmware-checkvm:tldr:303cd vmware-checkvm: Return the current VMware software version (exit status determines whether the system is a VM or not).
    $ vmware-checkvm
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  • vmware-checkvm:tldr:4da50 vmware-checkvm: Return the VMware hardware version.
    $ vmware-checkvm -h
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