VMware ESX Server as a foundation for HA and DR for the Microsoft ...

Architectural Considerations: Virtual NetworkingAlways purchase the most Ethernet portsthat you can affordVI3 has a limit of 8 physical portsUse port groups if you have a limitedamount of ports or your server haslimited expandabilityIf limited expandability, consider 4-portIntel Pro/1000 adaptersTwo or more ports should be teamed orload balanced to provide redundancy forcritical virtual switchesAssign ports across separate physicaladapters if possible• Only if they’re the same typeof adapterService console only requires one portunless you are performing backups fromthe service consoleYou may wish to dedicate two ports ifservice console is considered criticalHaving a separate port for VMotion willguarantee the best performance