1.2

VMware, Inc. 5
This book, the VMware vCenter AppSpeed Installation and Upgrade Guide, describes the procedures for installing
the VMware vCenter AppSpeed™ virtual appliance and plug-in, including how to configure the AppSpeed
Server and how to deploy the AppSpeed probes on the VMware host machines within the datacenter network.
Intended Audience
This guide is intended for anyone who wants to install the AppSpeed virtual appliance and plug-in on a
vSphere™ Server. The vSphere Server is an upgrade from vCenter Server 2.5. All the procedures described in
this guide are also relevant when AppSpeed is being installed on a vCenter Server, however some of the user
interface terminology and locations of user interface components might differ.
The information is written for experienced Windows or Linux system administrators who are familiar with
virtual appliance technology and datacenter operations.
Document Feedback
VMware welcomes your suggestions for improving our documentation. If you have comments, send your
feedback to [e-mail].
Technical Support and Education Resources
The following sections describe the technical support resources available to you. To access the current versions
of this book and other books, go to http://www.vmware.com/support/pubs.
Online and Telephone Support
Use online support to submit technical support requests, view your product and contract information, and
register your products. Go to http://www.vmware.com/support.
Customers with appropriate support contracts should use telephone support for the fastest response on
priority 1 issues. Go to http://www.vmware.com/support/phone_support.
Support Offerings
Find out how VMware support offerings can help meet your business needs. Go to
http://www.vmware.com/support/services.
VMware Professional Services
VMware Education Services courses offer extensive hands-on labs, case study examples, and course materials
designed to be used as on-the-job reference tools. Courses are available onsite, in the classroom, and live
online. For onsite pilot programs and implementation best practices, VMware Consulting Services provides
offerings to help you assess, plan, build, and manage your virtual environment. To access information about
education classes, certification programs, and consulting services, go to http://www.vmware.com/services/.
About This Book