This course features intensive hands-on training that focuses on installing, configuring, and managing VMware vSphere® 7.0, which includes VMware ESXi™ 7.0 and VMware vCenter Server® 7.0. This course prepares you to administer a vSphere infrastructure for an organization of any size. It is the foundation for most other VMware technologies in the software-defined data center.

What you will learn  

• Describe the software-defined data center (SDDC)
• Explain the vSphere components and their function in the infrastructure
• Install and configure VMware ESXi hosts
• Deploy and configure VMware vCenter Server Appliance
• Use VMware vSphere Client to manage the vCenter Server inventory and the vCenter Server configuration
• Manage, monitor, back up, and protect vCenter Server Appliance
• Create virtual networks with vSphere standard switches
• Describe the storage technologies supported by vSphere
• Configure virtual storage using iSCSI and NFS storage
• Create and manage VMware vSphere VMFS datastores
• Use the vSphere Client to create virtual machines, templates, clones, and snapshots
• Create a content library and deploy virtual machines from templates in the library
• Manage virtual machine resource use
• Migrate virtual machines with VMware vSphere vMotion and VMware vSphere Storage vMotion
• Create and manage a vSphere cluster that is enabled with VMware vSphere High Availability
• Use the VMware vSphere Distributed Resource Scheduler
• Discuss solutions for managing the vSphere life cycle
• Use VMware vSphere Update Manager to apply patches and perform upgrades to ESXi hosts and virtual machines

How you will benefit  

• This course helps prepare you to administer a vSphere infrastructure for an organization of any size
• Complete in 3 months or less  

1. Introduction to Virtualization
   1. Intro to Virtualization
   2. Intro to VMware’s virtualization solutions
   3. Licensing
2. Installation of ESXi
   1. Installation
   2. DCUI configuration
   3. Host Client
3. vCenter Server Installation and Configuration
   1. vCenter Server Installation
   2. vCenter Server Management interface
   3. Backing up vCenter Server
   4. vCenter Server Administration tour
4. Virtual Machines
   1. Virtual Machine Introduction
   2. Virtual Machine Deployment
   3. Key Options of the VM
   4. VM Configuration Options
   5. Using Content Libraries
   6. Solutions Manager configurations
   7. Snapshot Management
   8. Using Limits, Shares, and Reservations
   9. Migrating Virtual Machines
   10. Installing VM Tools
   11. SR-IOV basics
5. Networking
   1. Networking Basics
   2. Understanding Portgroups
   3. Creating and Managing Distributed Switches
   4. Port Group Options
   5. Using Network Policies
   6. Traffic Filtering and Marking
   7. Monitoring Networking
   8. Paravirtualization and IPv6 deployment
6. Storage
   1. Storage Introduction
   2. Connecting to Storage
   3. Fibre Channel over Ethernet
   4. iSCSI
   5. NFS
   6. Intro to VMFS Datastores
7. Security
   1. Securing vSphere
   2. Using Single Sign On
   3. Applying certificates
   4. Using Permissions
   5. Hardening your vSphere environment
8. Resource Allocation
   1. Resource management
   2. Resource pools
   3. Understanding DRS
   4. Deploying a DRS cluster
   5. Understanding Distributed Power Management
   6. Storage DRS
9. Host Profiles
   1. An overview of Host Profiles
   2. Working with Host Profiles
10. Business Continuity
    1. Introduction to Business Continuity Solutions in VMware
    2. Using High Availability
    3. Troubleshooting HA
    4. Fault Tolerance explained
11. Upgrade Process<
    1. Upgrading vCenter Server
    2. Upgrading a Host
    3. Introduction to the lifecycle manager interface

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook device.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later operating systems.
• Mac: OS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word Online
• Adobe Acrobat Reader 
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
• Other: Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites for the course, but System administration experience on Microsoft Windows or Linux operating systems is highly recommended.

Does this course prepare for a certification?

No.

When can I start this course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

Can I register for courses if I am an international student?

Yes, ed2go courses are completely online. However, keep in mind that not all certifying bodies or industry-specific certifications are recognized internationally. Please review your country’s regulations prior to enrolling in courses that prepare for certification.

How long does it take to complete this course?

After you register, you will receive 3 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

What if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

The course instructor will be available by email to answer any questions and provide feedback on your performance. Occasionally, your course may be supported by a team of industry experts. You will also receive support from the student advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.

Am I guaranteed a job?

ed2go courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.

Can I get financial assistance?

ed2go courses are non-credit, so they do not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA, and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards may provide funding to take our courses. Additionally, you may qualify for financial assistance if you meet certain requirements. Learn more about financial assistance.

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