VMware Consulting

Running into VMware issues? Need help optimizing your virtual infrastructure? I work with small and medium businesses to troubleshoot problems, implement best practices, and make VMware environments more reliable.

What I Can Help With

I've been working with VMware for years, mainly with ESXi and vSphere environments. Here's what I typically help with:

• Troubleshooting — When something's not working right, I dig in to find the root cause and fix it
• Performance optimization — Making your VMs run faster and more efficiently
• Configuration issues — Networking, storage, resource allocation problems
• Upgrades and migrations — Moving to newer versions or different hardware
• Backup and recovery — Setting up reliable backup strategies
• Monitoring setup — Getting alerts working properly (like vROps, NSX-ALB)
• Documentation — Creating clear documentation of your environment

How It Works

I keep things simple and straightforward:

• Initial consultation — We discuss what you're dealing with (no charge for the first conversation)
• Assessment — I review your environment and identify the issues
• Clear plan — I explain what needs to be done and provide a time estimate
• Implementation — I make the changes, test everything, and document what was done
• Follow-up — I make sure everything's working as expected

My Approach

I'm not here to oversell you on enterprise solutions you don't need. My goal is to solve the actual problem you're facing in a practical, cost-effective way. I explain things in plain language, not vendor jargon, and I make sure you understand what's being done and why.

Most of my work is remote, which keeps costs down. For local clients in Klang/Selangor area, on-site visits are available when needed.

Pricing

Consulting is billed hourly:

• Hourly rate: $ 200/hour
• Minimum engagement: 2 hours
• Project estimates: Available for larger projects

Most troubleshooting sessions take 2-4 hours. Larger projects (migrations, upgrades) are estimated upfront.

Common Projects

Here are some typical projects I've worked on:

• Fixing vROps adapter issues after upgrades
• Resolving ESXi host connectivity problems
• Optimizing VM performance for databases and applications
• Setting up proper backup solutions
• Troubleshooting networking issues in vSphere
• Implementing monitoring and alerting
• Creating disaster recovery plans

Who This Is For

This service is ideal if you:

• Run a small or medium business with VMware infrastructure
• Don't have a full-time VMware admin on staff
• Need help with a specific problem or project
• Want someone who explains things clearly without the corporate speak
• Prefer working with someone who understands practical constraints

Ready to Get Started?

Let's talk about what you're dealing with. The first conversation is free — we'll discuss your situation and see if I can help.