Resetting your VMware account typically refers to recovering access, most commonly by resetting your password. The specific process can vary depending on the type of VMware account you are trying to reset.
While "VMware account" can sometimes refer to your main VMware Customer Connect account (used for licensing, downloads, and support), the provided information specifically details how to reset a password for a local user within the VMware Data Services Manager product.
Resetting a Local User Password in VMware Data Services Manager
If you have a local user account within VMware Data Services Manager (DSM) and need to reset your password, the process is straightforward:
- Method: Utilize the "Forgot Password" feature available on the DSM login screen.
- Process: Clicking this button initiates a password reset workflow that is completed via email.
According to the documentation:
The VMware Data Services Manager password for a local user can be reset in two ways: The user clicks the Forgot Password button on the VMware Data Services Manager login screen to initiate password reset via email. See Recovering the DSM Use Password.
Steps for DSM Local User Password Reset
Here's a breakdown of the process based on the reference:
- Navigate to the VMware Data Services Manager login screen.
- Locate and click the "Forgot Password" button or link.
- Follow the prompts which will initiate the password reset process through the email associated with the local user account.
- Check your email for instructions to complete the password reset.
This method specifically applies to local user accounts within the VMware Data Services Manager product. Procedures for resetting passwords or accounts in other VMware products or the main Customer Connect account may differ.
