Execute Script Action
To troubleshoot particular processes, you can upload a script or run a command to
receive specific information. You can view the standard output or standard error as
applicable.
Where You Run the Action
For supported objects and object levels,
in the main menu, select the
Environment
tab and then select
the relevant VM from the Inventory tree. This action is available from the
Actions
menu just below the top menu in VMware Aria
Operations
. Prerequisites
- VMware Tools must be installed and running on the VM. For details see KB 75122
- Service discovery is activated with the successful discovery of VMs.
- The VM must be powered on and connected.
Action Options
Enter the VM credentials to authenticate
even when the VM guest OS authentication status is "Success". You can run a script
by entering it directly or by uploading a script file by optionally providing
arguments.
Option | Description |
|---|---|
Upload File | Use this option to browse and upload the script that you want to
run. |
File | Browse and upload the script file. |
Args | List the arguments in the script. |
Command | Select the option and enter a command in the text box. |
Timeout | Script execution timeout on VMs. Script execution continues even if the
dialog box is closed. You can verify the status from . |
Execute | Runs the script or command. |
stdout | Displays the standard output. |
stderr | Displays errors, if any. |