NFS Storage Configuration for vSphere using Windows 2008

Windows 2008 introduced the ability to use NFS shares, enabling the server to be used as a storage target.
This Xtravirt white paper is a step by step guide of the process to setup and host NFS shares on a Windows 2008 server and connection to an ESXi 4 host. This can be used with a VI in a Boxsolution.The scenario described assumes that this is being setup on a single server which includes Domain Controller functions. It is designed for personal testing only and not an advocation as a production solution.
Key Concepts:
·         Install and configuration of Service for Network File System
·         Install and configuration of Identity Management for UNIX
·         Adding NFS storage to an ESX host
References
1. Mastering VMware vSphere 4 (Computer/Tech)Description: http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=professi00-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=0470481382

2. VMware vSphere 4 Administration Instant ReferenceDescription: http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=professi00-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=0470520728

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