How to Reset Root Password in vCenter 6

How to Reset Root Password in vCenter 6

If you have forgotten the root password for your vCenter 6 environment, don’t worry, you can reset it following these steps:

1. Access the vCenter server through the console or SSH.
2. Reboot the vCenter server.
3. When the GRUB bootloader screen appears, press 'e' to edit the boot configuration.
4. Locate the line starting with 'linux' and add 'init=/bin/bash' at the end of that line.
5. Press 'Ctrl + X' to boot with the modified configuration.
6. Once the server boots into a bash shell, type 'passwd root' to set a new root password.
7. Reboot the server and log in with the new root password.

By following these steps, you can successfully reset the root password in your vCenter 6 environment. Remember to keep your passwords secure and have a password management strategy in place.