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Unprotected Application
An application that is not monitored or its data replicated by vCenter Server Heartbeat.
V VMware Channel
The IP communications link used by vCenter Server Heartbeat for heartbeat and replication traffic.
VMware vCenter Server Heartbeat
The core replication and system monitoring component.
VMware vCenter Server Heartbeat Packet Filter
The network component installed on both servers that controls network visibility.
VMware vCenter Server Heartbeat Switchover and Failover Process
A vCenter Server Heartbeat unique process whereby the passive server gracefully (Switchover) or
unexpectedly (Failover) assumes the role of the active server providing application services to connected
clients.
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
A private data network that uses the public telecommunication infrastructure, maintaining privacy
through the use of a tunneling protocol and security procedures.
VMware Web Site
The VMware web site dedicated to support partners and customers providing technical information,
software updates, and license key generation.
W Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI)
A management technology using scripts to monitor and control managed resources throughout the
network. Resources include hard drives, file systems, operating system settings, processes, services,
shares, registry settings, networking components, event logs, users, and groups.