Proxmox has recently introduced a new import wizard for Proxmox Virtual Environment (VE) in order to simplify the process of migrating VMware ESXi VMs. This addition comes at a significant time in the industry, providing assistance to organizations seeking to move away from VMware’s vSphere due to high renewal costs. The import wizard is seamlessly integrated into Proxmox VE’s storage plugin system, allowing for direct integration into the platform’s API and web-based user interface. It enables users to import VMware ESXi VMs with minimal downtime by translating most of the original VM’s configuration settings to Proxmox VE’s configuration model. Currently in a technical preview state, the wizard has shown stability and potential for future enhancements, such as support for other import sources like OVF/OVA files. This tool reflects Proxmox’s dedication to offering accessible, open-source virtualization solutions. Leveraging the official ESXi API and implementing a user space filesystem with optimized read-ahead caching in Rust, Proxmox ensures a smooth integration of this new feature into its broader ecosystem.
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