PowerCLI Script: Take VM Snapshot and Track Elapsed Time for the task

This PowerCLI script automates the process of taking a VM snapshot in VMware and tracks the time taken for this task. It simplifies snapshot management and ensures efficient tracking of snapshot creation for better VM management.

Changelog

1. Supports vCenter 6.7, 7.x & 8.x

Prerequisites

1. VMware PowerCLI must be installed on your machine.
2. Ensure you have the necessary credentials to connect to your vCenter Server.

How to Use

1. Clone or download the script.
2. Open a PowerShell window and navigate to the script's location.
3. Modify the script: Replace 'vm_name' with the name of the VM you want to take a snapshot of.
4. Run the script using the following command: .\Take-VM-Snapshot.ps1

Script Flow

1. Connects to the vCenter Server.
2. Selects the specified VM and initiates snapshot creation.
3. Records the start time.
4. Waits for the snapshot process to complete.
5. Captures the end time and calculates the duration.
6. Displays the VM name and the time taken to create the snapshot.

Benefits

• Easy VM snapshot management.
• Track snapshot creation time for efficient VM monitoring.
• Simplified backup and testing processes.

Note: Ensure proper VM snapshot usage to avoid storage overhead and impact on VM performance.

Disclaimer: Use the script at your own risk. Review and understand the code before running it in a production environment.