# VMware Virtual Appliance

* Log in to VMware vCenter/ESXi then click on "Create/Register VM".

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* Select "Deploy a virtual machine from an OVF/OVA file".

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* Enter a name for the virtual machine, and select the ova file.

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* Select the storage.

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The detailed deployment process is described on the VMware site: <https://docs.vmware.com/en/VMware-vSphere/6.5/com.vmware.vsphere.vm_admin.doc/GUID-AFEDC48B-C96F-4088-9C1F-4F0A30E965DE.html>

After importing the image to the environment, set the IP address and run "nmtui" > "Edit a connection". Select the network interface and edit the network settings.

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**Note:** You can find the login credentials [here](https://docs.storware.eu/backup-and-recovery-7.3/deployment/installation/virtual-appliance).
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