Set default virtual datacenter networks

The platform always requires a default network for a virtual datacenter to ensure that if you deploy a VM without assigning a NIC, the platform will be able to add one from the default network.

Privileges: Manage virtual datacenter network elements, Access public network tab, Manage public network elements, Access external network tab, Manage external network elements

To set a new or existing network as the default:

When you create or edit the network, select the Default network checkbox. The new default network will apply to all VMs deployed after you set it.

In private cloud, if you set a public network as the default, remember to obtain IP addresses for your VMs before you deploy!