Vmware #RVTools

Today I would like to discuss regarding RVTools that it can be downloaded here.

Thi is a lightweight but powerful Windows application used by VMware administrators to collect, analyze, and export detailed information about their vSphere environments. It connects to vCenter Server or directly to ESX/ESXi hosts and provides a comprehensive inventory of virtual machines, hosts, datastores, networks, snapshots, VMware Tools status, and much more. 

It has become something of an industry standard for quick audits, health checks, and documentation of VMware infrastructures. 

What RV Tools can do

RVTools gathers and displays a wide range of information, including:

• VM inventory (CPU, memory, disk usage, network configuration)

• Snapshots (including old or orphaned snapshots)

• Datastore usage

• VMware Tools and VM hardware versions

• ESXi host details

• vNIC and vDisk information

• Zombie objects (disconnected NICs, stale CD-ROMs, etc.)

It’s especially useful for:

• Audits and compliance checks

• Capacity planning

• Identifying misconfigurations

• Exporting reports to Excel for documentation or management review

https://www.dacos.net/rvtools.php

How it Works (High Level)

RVTools connects to vCenter or ESXi using read‑only credentials, making it safe for environments where you want visibility without risk. Typical workflow:

• Install RVTools on a Windows machine.
• Connect to vCenter/ESXi using a read‑only account.
• RVTools collects data across dozens of categories.
• Export results to Excel for reporting or analysis.

Download & Security Notes

RVTools is now maintained by Dell Technologies, and the only supported download location is Dell’s official site. This is important because older third‑party sites (like robware.net) are no longer updated.

Why It’s Popular

• Extremely easy to use
• No impact on production systems
• Fast, comprehensive reporting
• Ideal for troubleshooting and audits
• Free to download and use