Configuring a SCSI Controller

Use VI Web Access to edit a SCSI controller in a virtual machine.

To edit the SCSI controller configuration

1. Make sure the virtual machine is powered off.
2. From the VI Web Access client, select the virtual machine.
3. On the Summary tab, under Hardware, click SCSI.
4. Click Edit.
5. Select the SCSI controller type in the list.

   Caution: Changing the SCSI controller type might result in a virtual machine boot failure.

6. Select the type of sharing in the SCSI Bus Sharing section:
   • None - Virtual disks cannot be shared by other virtual machines.
   • Virtual - Virtual disks can be shared by virtual machines on the same server.
   • Physical - Virtual disks can be shared by virtual machines on any server.
7. Click OK.