Accessing Direct Console User Interface (DCUI) from an SSH session

Products

• VMware vSphere ESXi

Issue/Introduction

This article provides information on how to access Direct Console User Interface (DCUI) from an SSH session.

 

You must access the DCUI to troubleshoot issues and if there are no remote management tools available, such as DRAC, iLo, or RSA, to access the ESXi host.

Environment

VMware vSphere ESXi 7.x

VMware vSphere ESXi 8.x

 

 

Resolution

Warning: Before accessing the DCUI from an SSH session, it is important to note that making any changes to network settings may lead to management issues through vCenter Server, vSphere Client or SSH. Networking changes should only be made through a console session (for example through DRAC, iLO, KVM) to avoid host management issues. Changing network settings using this command may make the host unusable and can necessitate a reboot to recover.

• Run this command to access the DCUI from an SSH session:
  
  dcui
   
• To exit the DCUI, press Ctrl+C.

Additional Information

SSH セッションからダイレクト コンソール ユーザー インターフェイス （DCUI） へのアクセス
从 SSH 会话访问直接控制台用户界面 (DCUI)

Impact/Risks:

Changing network settings using this command may make the host unusable and can necessitate a reboot to recover.