Error loading configuration "/usr/lib/vmware/settings" in VMware Server

Problem:

The following error is appearing in the /var/log/vmware/hostd.log file when trying to start the VMware server:

[2010-10-19 20:44:07.384 'App' 1100933440 error] An error occurred while loading configuration "/usr/lib/vmware/settings",not all entries are being read. It is strongly encouraged that you manually inspect the file and fix any corruptions.

Solution:

1. Run the following command, and restart the server again:

ln -s /usr/lib/vmware/config /usr/lib/vmware/settings

Applicable Versions:

• VMware Server 2.x