Recover Vmfs Datastore Esxi 6 5 May 2026
esxcli storage vmfs snapshot mount -u <uuid> --force For severe corruption, use vmfs-tools from a Linux environment.
partedUtil get /vmfs/devices/disks/naa.xxx If partition table lost, recreate the VMFS partition (data intact): recover vmfs datastore esxi 6 5
esxcli storage core device list | grep -A 10 "naa." Check VMFS partitions: esxcli storage vmfs snapshot mount -u <uuid> --force
partedUtil setptbl /vmfs/devices/disks/naa.xxx gpt \ "1 2048 123456789 AA31E02A400F11DB9590000C2911D1B8 0" Note: This is advanced; ensure correct start/end sectors. Then rescan and mount: --force For severe corruption