TrueNAS VM Clone Tool

This Node.js script allows you to automate the creation of virtual machines (VMs) in TrueNAS SCALE by cloning a specified template VM. You can specify the number of VMs you want to create, the template to use, and the authentication details for your TrueNAS system.

Prerequisites

• Node.js (tested with version 14.x or higher)
• TrueNAS SCALE (ensure the API is accessible)

Installation

First, clone the repository or download the script. Then navigate to the directory containing the script and install the required dependencies:

yarn install

Usage

The script accepts the following command-line arguments:

• --url: The URL of your TrueNAS system.
• --username: Your TrueNAS username.
• --password: Your TrueNAS password.
• --template_vm_id: The ID of the template VM that you want to clone.
• --num_vms: The number of VMs you want to create.

Example command:

node clone_vms.js --url http://your-truenas-ip --username YOUR_USERNAME --password YOUR_PASSWORD --template_vm_id YOUR_TEMPLATE_VM_ID --num_vms 10

Replace the placeholders with your specific details.

Warning

Please use this script with caution, especially in a production environment. Ensure that you have the necessary resources available in your system for the number of VMs you want to create.

Support and Contribution

Feel free to open an issue if you find any problems or have suggestions. Contributions through pull requests are welcome.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.