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Setting up XClarity One as a local VM

You can install and configure Lenovo XClarity One as a virtual machine in your local datacenter. It includes the same infrastructure and management functions that you have when using XClarity One in the cloud.

XClarity One hosted as a local VM requires Internet access, either directly or through a web proxy, to perform certain functions.

  • Send automatic problem notification through Call Home

  • Retrieve service ticket status and history

  • Retrieve device warranty

  • Update the firmware catalog and download firmware packages directly from the web (Note that firmware packages can be manually imported.)

  • Perform firmware CVE analysis

To get started using XClarity One locally in your data center, you need to download and install XClarity One as a virtual machine. A setup wizard guides you through the initial configuration.

Procedure

Complete the following to install and configure XClarity One as a virtual machine.

  1. Review the hardware and software prerequisites to ensure that you have what you need to get started.

  2. Install the XClarity One virtual appliance on a local system.

  3. Launch the setup wizard to configure essential settings.

  4. Sign in to the XClarity One portal and accept the end-user license agreement.

  5. Complete the portal configuration. For more information, see On-premises portal configuration and management).