Managing VMware vSphere Virtual Volumes

The system supports VMware Virtual Volumes, which are referred to as vVols, which allow VMware vCenter to automate the management of system objects like volumes and pools.

The system administrator can assign ownership of Virtual Volumes to IBM Spectrum Connect by creating a user with the VASA Provider security role. IBM Spectrum Connect provides communication between the VMware vSphere infrastructure and the system. Although the system administrator can complete certain actions on volumes and pools that are owned by the VASA Provider security role, IBM Spectrum Connect retains management responsibility for Virtual Volumes. For information about IBM Spectrum Connect, refer to the IBM Spectrum Connect documentation.