Automated Virtualization Host Installation via Software Bridge
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Solution Overview
Problem
The manual process of configuring and installing virtualization hosts is cumbersome and error-prone, especially for large-scale deployments, as it requires manual setup of parameters for bridge configurations in remote hosts.
Innovation Solution
An automated method for remote installation of virtualization hosts, where a software bridge is automatically configured using network parameters, allowing virtual machines to communicate and access networks through a physical network interface, simplifying the management and installation process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If manual bridge configuration is performed for each host, then configuration accuracy can be controlled, but installation time and labor complexity increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables self-service through automatic bridge configuration where the virtualization manager autonomously creates and configures software bridges without requiring manual administrator intervention. The manager automatically associates bridges with network interfaces and VMs, allowing the system to configure itself rather than requiring human operators to perform repetitive manual tasks for each host installation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements preliminary action by pre-configuring bridge parameters and network associations before host installation. The virtualization manager stores bridge configuration data in advance and automatically applies it during installation, eliminating the need for administrators to manually configure bridges after each host is deployed. This pre-prepared configuration data enables rapid, error-free installation.
2Reliability
If manual bridge configuration is performed for each host, then configuration control is maintained, but operational complexity and error rates increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables self-service through automatic bridge configuration where the virtualization manager autonomously creates and configures software bridges without requiring manual administrator intervention. The manager automatically associates bridges with network interfaces and VMs, allowing the system to configure itself rather than requiring human operators to perform repetitive manual tasks for each host installation.
Solution Approach 2:
The virtualization manager implements feedback mechanisms to monitor and verify bridge configuration status. The system tracks which bridges are associated with which network interfaces and VMs, providing real-time feedback on configuration state. This feedback loop ensures that bridges are correctly configured and allows the manager to detect and correct configuration errors automatically, maintaining reliability while reducing operational complexity.
3Productivity
If automated bridge configuration is implemented, then installation speed increases, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The virtualization manager serves multiple functions within a single unified system. It manages not only bridge configuration but also network interface association, VM deployment, and resource allocation. By consolidating these diverse functions into one multi-functional manager, the system achieves automated high-speed installation without proportionally increasing overall system complexity, as the manager leverages existing virtualization infrastructure components.
4Ease of operation
If centralized management is implemented, then manageability improves, but infrastructure alteration requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The virtualization manager acts as an intermediary layer between administrators and the underlying infrastructure. Rather than requiring direct modification of host operating systems or network hardware, the manager mediates bridge configuration through software-based virtualization. This intermediary approach enables centralized management and automation while avoiding the need to alter existing physical infrastructure, as all configuration occurs through the virtualization layer.
Data Source
AI summary
Techniques for automatic remote installation of a virtualization host are described herein. A logical network is configured at a management server to be associated with a network interface card (NIC) of a remote host, where the logical network is identified by a network identifier. The management server installs a software bridge within the remote host, where the software bridge is associated with a bridge identifier that is identical to the network identifier. The software bridge is configured to allow a plurality of virtual machines (VMs) hosted by the remote host to access the logical network via the NIC of the remote host.