HX Native Snapshots Overview
HX native snapshots are a backup feature that saves versions (states) of VMs. VMs can be reverted back to a prior saved version using an HX native snapshot. A native snapshot is a reproduction of a VM that includes the state of the data on all VM disks and the VM powerstate (on, off, or suspended) at the time the native snapshot is taken. Taking a native snapshot to save the current state of a VM gives you the ability to revert back to the saved state.
The following methodologies are used in the administration of HX native Snapshots:
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The vSphere “Manage Snapshots” function can revert to a specific HX native snapshot, or delete all snapshots.
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Cisco HyperFlex Connect can create on-demand and schedule HX native snapshots.
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The HyperFlex command line user interface can create HX native snapshots.
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HX REST APIs can create and delete HX native snapshots.
For additional information about VMware snapshots, see the VMware KB, Understanding virtual machine snapshots in VMware ESXi and ESX (1015180) at, http://kb.vmware.com/selfservice/microsites/search.do?language=en_US&cmd=displayKC&externalId=1015180