Course Outline
Course Introduction
- Training objectives and structure for government personnel
- Overview of learning materials and lab environment for government use
- Review of certification pathways relevant to public sector professionals
Overview of vSphere and Virtualization
- Key concepts of server virtualization in the context of government operations
- VMware vSphere architecture tailored for government IT environments
- vSphere components and capabilities designed to support public sector needs
Installation and Configuration of ESXi
- ESXi hardware requirements and compatibility for government systems
- Installing and configuring ESXi hosts in a government IT infrastructure
- Managing ESXi through DCUI and Host Client for efficient government operations
Deployment and Configuration of vCenter
- vCenter Server deployment models suitable for government agencies
- vCenter Server installation and initial setup for government IT environments
- Identity and access management in vCenter to ensure secure government operations
vSphere Networking Configuration
- Standard and distributed virtual switches for robust government networks
- Port groups and NIC teaming to enhance network reliability in government systems
- Monitoring and troubleshooting network connectivity to support government IT services
vSphere Storage Configuration
- VMFS and NFS datastore configuration for government data storage needs
- Storage multipathing and policies to ensure high availability in government environments
- vSAN essentials for efficient and scalable storage solutions for government agencies
Deployment of Virtual Machines
- Creating and provisioning virtual machines to support government applications
- Templates and cloning to streamline deployment processes in government IT
- VM hardware and compatibility settings for optimal performance in government systems
Virtual Machine Management
- Snapshots and lifecycle management to maintain efficient virtual machine operations in government
- Performance monitoring and resource allocation to optimize government IT resources
- Backup and recovery considerations to ensure data integrity and availability for government services
Deployment and Configuration of vSphere Clusters
- Creating and managing clusters to enhance scalability and reliability in government IT infrastructure
- High Availability (HA) configuration to ensure continuous operation of critical government services
- vSphere DRS and resource balancing to optimize performance and efficiency in government environments
vSphere Lifecycle Management
- vSphere Lifecycle Manager overview for managing government IT systems
- Patching and updating hosts to maintain security and compliance in government operations
- Image-based host management to streamline maintenance and updates for government IT infrastructure
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- An understanding of virtualization concepts for government environments
- Experience with system administration practices
- Familiarity with network and storage fundamentals
Audience
- Technical personnel responsible for deploying and managing VMware vSphere environments in government agencies
- Faculty members engaged in teaching computer science or systems engineering at educational institutions
- IT professionals preparing for VMware VCP certification to enhance their skills for government service
Testimonials (1)
The training session was highly intensive and exceptionally well-structured. Eric provided us with comprehensive materials and practical labs featuring real-world examples, greatly enhancing our learning experience. We adhered closely to the planned schedule and efficiently skipped sections irrelevant to our interests. Eric demonstrated a high level of professionalism and extensive expertise, addressing all our questions thoroughly and effectively. Thank you very much for organizing this valuable training.
