Upload your bootable to an ESXi datastore. Edit the settings of the newly created CUCM 14 VM. Under CD/DVD Drive 1 , select Datastore ISO file . Browse to and select your CUCM 14 installation ISO. Check the box for Connect at power on . Phase 3: Executing the CUCM 14 OS Installer Power on the Virtual Machine and launch the Web Console .

Map the virtual network defined in the OVA to your specific voice production port group.

Before powering on your new Virtual Machine, right-click it and select Edit Settings . In the CD/DVD drive settings, map the datastore ISO file to your CUCM 14 Bootable Installation ISO. Make sure the "Connect at power on" box is checked.

: Choosing a robust security password to bind the cluster nodes together.

A minimized resource footprint strictly meant for non-production environments. Template Capacity Disk Space (GB) 7,500 Users 2,500 Users 1,000 Users Lab / Demo 2. Step-by-Step CUCM 14 OVA Download Process

: Ensure the network adapter is set to connect at power on.

He thought about the 500 desk phones currently "Unregistered" in the lobby, waiting for this virtual heart to start beating.

VMware ESXi host running a supported version (e.g., ESXi 6.7, 7.0, or 8.0 depending on the specific CUCM 14 release notes).

Are you planning a or an upgrade from an older version like 11.5 or 12.5?