ESXi MCP Server
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ESXi MCP Server is a VMware ESXi/vCenter management server based on MCP, providing simple REST API interfaces for virtual machine management. It offers real-time communication and complete virtual machine lifecycle management.
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What is ESXi MCP Server?
ESXi MCP Server is a management server that simplifies the management of VMware ESXi and vCenter environments using the Model Control Protocol (MCP). It exposes a REST API for managing virtual machines.
How to use ESXi MCP Server?
To use the ESXi MCP Server, first install the required dependencies. Then, configure the server using a YAML or JSON configuration file or environment variables, specifying connection details for your ESXi or vCenter server. Finally, run the server and use the provided REST API endpoints to manage your virtual machines.
Key features of ESXi MCP Server
ESXi and vCenter Server support
Real-time communication with SSE
RESTful API with JSON-RPC
API key authentication
Complete VM lifecycle management
Real-time performance monitoring
SSL/TLS secure connection
Flexible configuration
Use cases of ESXi MCP Server
Automating virtual machine deployment
Centralized management of ESXi/vCenter resources
Real-time monitoring of VM performance
Integrating VM management into existing workflows
Programmatic control of virtual infrastructure
FAQ from ESXi MCP Server
What is MCP?
What is MCP?
MCP stands for Model Control Protocol, a protocol used for managing and controlling virtual machines.
What versions of Python are supported?
What versions of Python are supported?
Python 3.7 and above are supported.
How do I authenticate with the API?
How do I authenticate with the API?
Authentication is done using an API key, which must be included in the Authorization header of your requests.
Can I use environment variables for configuration?
Can I use environment variables for configuration?
Yes, all configuration items support environment variable settings.
How do I monitor VM performance?
How do I monitor VM performance?
Use the /vmstats/{vm_name} endpoint to retrieve real-time performance data for a specific VM.