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nutanix-cvm

Monitor and control Nutanix CVM clusters via CLI commands.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#virtualization#cluster management#cvm#hci#nutanix#ahv#hypervisor
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/NCLGISA/trellis-catalog --skill nutanix-cvm
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Skill: nutanix-cvm
Source: https://github.com/NCLGISA/trellis-catalog/tree/main/bridges/nutanix-cvm/skills/nutanix-cvm
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/NCLGISA/trellis-catalog --skill nutanix-cvm

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the management and monitoring of Nutanix Controller VMs (CVMs) and the underlying AHV hypervisor, providing essential operational insights and control for Nutanix HCI environments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Cluster Health Monitoring: Assess the overall health and status of your Nutanix cluster and individual hosts.
  • VM Lifecycle Management: Perform power operations, create, and manage snapshots for your virtual machines.
  • Storage and Network Visibility: Gain insights into storage capacity, disk health, and network configurations.
  • Alert Triage: Review and acknowledge critical alerts to maintain system stability.
  • Use Case: Before performing a planned maintenance on your Nutanix cluster, use this Skill to quickly run a pre-maintenance checklist, ensuring all systems are healthy and no critical alerts are present.

Quick Start

Run the pre-maintenance checklist for the Nutanix cluster.

Frequently Asked Questions about nutanix-cvm

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I run a pre-maintenance health check on a Nutanix AHV cluster?▼

To run a pre-maintenance health check on a Nutanix AHV cluster, use this Skill to assess cluster health, verify host status, and ensure no critical alerts are present before proceeding.

What is needed to manage Nutanix CVMs via command line tools?▼

Managing Nutanix CVMs requires passwordless SSH access configured on the target Controller VMs to execute ncli and acli commands directly for cluster operations.

Can I manage virtual machine lifecycles and snapshots on a Nutanix hyper-converged infrastructure?▼

Yes, you can manage virtual machine lifecycles on a Nutanix hyper-converged infrastructure by executing power operations, creating VMs, and managing snapshots through AHV hypervisor controls.

How do I triage storage capacity and disk health alerts in Nutanix HCI?▼

Triage storage capacity and disk health alerts in Nutanix HCI by monitoring storage visibility, tracking disk status, and reviewing critical system alerts to maintain stability.

Does this Skill require direct hypervisor access to check Nutanix cluster status?▼

Yes, checking Nutanix cluster status requires direct hypervisor access via SSH to the Controller VM, enabling the execution of necessary CLI commands for operational control.

What is the best way to monitor AHV hypervisor and CVM health together?▼

The best way to monitor AHV hypervisor and CVM health together is by utilizing integrated cluster health checks that assess individual hosts and Controller VMs simultaneously.

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