How to use the command qm reset (with examples)
The qm reset command is used to reset a virtual machine on the QEMU/KVM Virtual Machine Manager. It allows users to restart a virtual machine without having to shut it down completely.
Use case 1: Reset a virtual machine
Code:
qm reset vm_id
Motivation:
This use case is helpful when you need to quickly restart a virtual machine to resolve any issues or to apply recent updates.
Explanation:
qm reset: This is the command to reset the virtual machine.vm_id: This is the ID of the virtual machine to be reset.
Example output:
Successfully reset virtual machine with ID vm_id.
Use case 2: Reset a virtual machine and skip lock (only root can use this option)
Code:
qm reset --skiplock true vm_id
Motivation:
This use case is useful when you want to reset a virtual machine even if it is locked by other processes. However, it requires root privileges.
Explanation:
qm reset: This is the command to reset the virtual machine.--skiplock true: This option allows the reset even if the virtual machine is locked. Only root can use this option.vm_id: This is the ID of the virtual machine to be reset.
Example output:
Successfully reset virtual machine with ID vm_id.
Conclusion:
The qm reset command is a useful tool for restarting virtual machines on the QEMU/KVM Virtual Machine Manager. Whether you need to quickly resolve issues or perform updates, this command provides an easy way to reset virtual machines. It also offers the option to skip locks, but only root users can utilize this feature.
