Dell Storage Compellent Integration Tools for VMware Administrator’s Guide Version 3.1

Make sure the time on the ESXi host is correct and then configure the CITV virtual appliance to synchronize its time with the ESXi host.

1. Start the vSphere Client and connect to the VMware vCenter Server.
2. Select View > Inventory > Hosts and Cluster . The Hosts and Clusters view opens.
3. Select the ESXi host and click the Configuration tab.
4. Click Time Configuration. The Time Configuration page opens.
5. Click Properties. The Time Configuration dialog box opens.
6. If the time or date is incorrect, enter the correct time or date in the appropriate field.
7. Click OK.
8. Select View > Inventory > VMs and Templates . The Virtual Machines & Templates view opens.
9. Right-click the CITV virtual appliance and select Edit Settings. The Virtual Machine Properties dialog box opens.
10. Click the Options tab and select the VMware Tools option.
11. Make sure the Synchronize guest time with host checkbox is selected.
12. Click OK.