Which command can be used to check the status of a VM within an ESXi host?

The command "esxcli" is a powerful command-line interface tool that is specifically designed for managing various aspects of an ESXi host, including the management of virtual machines. When you want to check the status of a virtual machine (VM), esxcli provides various subcommands under the "vm" namespace that allow you to query information about VMs. This includes their power state, resource utilization, and more.

Using esxcli, you can issue commands such as "esxcli vm process list" to list all registered VMs and their current states. This makes esxcli an essential tool for ESXi administrators who need to manage and monitor VMs remotely from the command line.

Other options might have specific uses but do not serve this particular function effectively within an ESXi environment.