Activating vSphere Update Manager in vCenter Server Appliance

vSphere Update Manager embedded with vCSA require fewer steps to get started. Typically, the vSphere Update Manager service is automatically started and uses the same PostgreSQL database that vCenter service uses but has a distinct database instance. In the following recipe, we ensure that the VUM service is started and activated to proceed with the subsequent patching/upgrade activities.

Getting ready

Ensure that you have the appropriate privileges to access the vCenter and update the objects.

How to do it...

 

1. Log in to the vCenter and navigate to the Home page. Click on System Configuration, as depicted in the following screenshot:

2. Click on Services and navigate to VMware vSphere Update Manager, as shown in the following screenshot:

3. Navigate to the Actions drop-down menu and click on Start.

How it works...

The VUM service starts and stops automatically with the vCenter. However, there may be situations that require the service to be...