1. Introduction to vcenter-plugin-6.0.1g.tgz Software
This compressed archive contains VMware vCenter Server 6.0 integration modules for extending management capabilities to partner hardware ecosystems. Designed for enterprises using mixed infrastructure environments, the plugin enables centralized monitoring of storage arrays and network devices through vSphere Client interfaces.
The package supports vCenter Server Appliance 6.0 instances running on ESXi 6.0 U2 hosts. Released in Q4 2021 as part of VMware’s technology alliance program updates, version 6.0.1g addresses critical API authentication vulnerabilities identified in previous builds.
2. Key Features and Improvements
Security Enhancements
- Implements SHA-256 certificate validation for partner API handshakes
- Removes deprecated TLS 1.0 support for plugin-to-device communication
- Fixes session token leakage in HPE 3PAR storage integration module
Functional Upgrades
- Adds NetApp ONTAP 9.7 cluster mode support
- Enables Dell EMC PowerStore alert synchronization thresholds
- Improves Cisco UCS chassis health metric refresh intervals by 40%
Management Optimization
- Reduces plugin memory footprint by 18% through code optimization
- Introduces bulk configuration import/export for Huawei OceanStor arrays
3. Compatibility and Requirements
| Supported Platform | Minimum Version | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| VMware vCenter Server Appliance | 6.0 U2 | Requires 8GB free disk space |
| ESXi Host | 6.0 EP8 | NFS 4.1 mandatory for storage plugins |
| Partner Hardware | See Compatibility Matrix | Cisco UCS 3.1+, HPE 3PAR OS 3.3.1+ |
Critical Limitations
- Incompatible with vCenter 6.5+ environments without manual configuration overrides
- Requires manual certificate renewal when upgrading from v6.0.1d or earlier
For verified access to vcenter-plugin-6.0.1g.tgz, visit https://www.ioshub.net and contact our licensing team for entitlement validation. Third-party hardware vendor contracts may apply for full functionality activation.
