Configure the VASA provider connection

VMware vVols enables data replication, snapshots, and encryption to be controlled at the VMDK level instead of the LUN level, where these data services are performed on a per VM (application level) basis from the storage array.

About this task

To configure the VASA provider connection:

Steps

  1. Select the storage system.
  2. Select Storage > vVols Dashboard.
  3. In the VASA Provider Status panel, do one of the following:
    • To create a connection, click Create Connection.
    • To edit an existing connection, click Edit Connection.
  4. Specify the IP address of the VASA provider.
  5. Click OK.