Creating DRS VM or host groups

DRS provides an option to segregate VMs and ESXi hosts into their own groups. The groups are used with VM-host affinity rules. These rules do not address individual VMs/hosts. These groups are created using the DRS Groups Manager.

The creation of DRS hosts/VMs groups is a prerequisite for the creation of affinity rules. This recipe covers how to create DRS host groups.

Getting ready

This is done on a DRS-enabled ESXi cluster. Ensure that you have access to a vCenter managing the intended DRS cluster and the relevant privileges.

How to do it...

The following procedure will help you create DRS host groups:

1. From the vCenter's inventory home, navigate to the Hosts and Clusters view. Select a cluster, and navigate to Configure | VM/Host Groups.

 

2. Click on Add..., as depicted in the following screenshot:

3. Provide a name for the group. Select if the group is a VM or host group from the drop-down menu.
4. Add member VMs or hosts to the group and click OK, as depicted here:

5. On completion...