Finding Virtual Center Logs on Windows Server 2008

Well, if that wasn’t an SEO title, I’m not sure what is. Basically, I find myself often having to find this in either the VMware KB or via Google each time I need it.

Where are the logs?

C:\ProgramData\VMware\VMware VirtualCenter

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The problem you may run into however, is that the “ProgramData” folder is hidden by default. To get it visible, press “Alt + T” to get the tools menu, then select options:

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Select “View” and then make it look like this:

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Hope this helps someone other than me anyways.