VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage Training
The VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.2] course provides participants with the skills to deploy and manage the NSX-T Data Center environment. This training focuses on implementing logical switching, routing, distributed firewalls, and load balancing in both private and multi-cloud environments. Learners will also gain hands-on experience with installation, configuration, operations, and troubleshooting to effectively manage and secure network virtualization infrastructure.
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.2]
Course Overview
- Describe the NSX-T Data Center architecture and its components
- Install and configure NSX-T Data Center infrastructure and management tools
- Implement logical switching, routing, and network segmentation
- Configure and manage NSX-T Distributed and Gateway Firewalls
- Deploy and manage load balancing services
- Integrate NSX-T with VMware vRealize Automation and Kubernetes environments
- Perform monitoring, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management tasks
- Prepare for the VMware Certified Professional – Network Virtualization (VCP-NV) certification exam (view certification details)
Course Outline
- Module 1: Course Introduction and Overview
- Course objectives and structure
- Overview of NSX-T Data Center 3.2 features and enhancements
- NSX-T architecture, components, and use cases
- Module 2: NSX-T Architecture and Infrastructure
- NSX-T Data Center management and control planes
- NSX Manager, NSX Edge, and transport nodes
- Transport zones and N-VDS configuration
- Overlay and VLAN transport modes
- Module 3: NSX-T Installation and Configuration
- Deploying NSX Manager and NSX Edge nodes
- Configuring IP pools and transport zones
- Adding ESXi and KVM hosts as transport nodes
- Establishing host and edge connectivity
- Module 4: Logical Switching
- Overview of logical switches and segments
- VLAN-backed and overlay segments
- Segment security and MAC management
- Verifying switch operations and connectivity
- Module 5: Logical Routing
- Tier-0 and Tier-1 gateways
- Route advertisement and redistribution
- Dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, BGP)
- Route filtering and high availability configurations
- Module 6: NSX-T Security
- NSX Distributed Firewall architecture
- Layer 3, 4, and 7 firewall rules
- Identity-based and context-aware security policies
- Gateway Firewall configuration and monitoring
- Module 7: Load Balancing
- Overview of NSX-T load balancing services
- Configuring Layer 4 and Layer 7 virtual servers
- Application profiles and health checks
- Managing load balancer pools and persistence
- Module 8: Operations and Monitoring
- NSX-T Manager interface and dashboards
- Using Traceflow and Port Connection tools
- Syslog, SNMP, and IPFIX integration
- Monitoring distributed firewalls and routing performance
- Module 9: NSX-T Integration and Automation
- Integration with VMware vRealize Automation
- NSX-T in Kubernetes and container environments
- Automation using PowerCLI and REST APIs
- Role-based access control and NSX-T Federation
- Module 10: Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Troubleshooting tools and logs
- Validating transport nodes and routing
- Common issues and resolution steps
- Performing backup and restore operations
- Module 11: Course Summary and Exam Preparation
- Review of key NSX-T concepts
- Best practices for design and deployment
- Sample scenarios and exam readiness guidance
Intended Audience
VMware vSphere Proficiency: You should have a working knowledge of VMware vSphere environments, including installation, configuration, and management of ESXi hosts and vCenter Server. This is foundational, as NSX-T integrates directly into vSphere.
Virtual Networking Fundamentals: Experience managing the vSphere Distributed Switch (vDS) and configuring basic virtual networking components (VLANs, port groups).
Prerequisites
- Understanding of TCP/IP services, routing, and switching
- Familiarity with VMware vSphere concepts
- Experience with network and security operations
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Subject: Request for IT Infrastructure & Virtualization training from Applied Technology Academy
[Decision Maker Name],
I'm writing to request time and budget approval to complete Applied Technology Academy's course, VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage Training. The information below outlines how this training benefits our organization, the tasks I'll be able to perform after completing it, and relevant cost and funding details.
Course Description
The VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.2] course provides participants with the skills to deploy and manage the NSX-T Data Center environment. This training focuses on implementing logical switching, routing, distributed firewalls, and load balancing in both private and multi-cloud environments. Learners will also gain hands-on experience with installation, configuration, operations, and troubleshooting to effectively manage and secure network virtualization infrastructure. Applied Technology Academy is an award-winning, SBA-certified woman-owned training provider (est. 2008) whose instructors are active practitioners; the course is hands-on with virtual labs and a learn-by-doing methodology.
Course Objectives
Once I've completed the course, I'll have hands-on, job-ready skills in it infrastructure & virtualization that I can apply immediately to our work.
Expected Organizational Benefits
After completing this course, I will be better equipped to apply these skills directly to our projects, reduce our reliance on outside expertise, strengthen our team's capabilities, and share what I learn with colleagues.
Expected Cost & Funding
Course fee: [request an itemized quote at the link below]. Applied Technology Academy supports multiple funding paths that may reduce or cover this cost: GSA MAS purchasing and government purchase orders, military credentialing funding (Army CA, AF COOL, CG COOL), VA GI Bill and VR&E, ATA Flexible Spending, and student financing. Private team cohorts are available if colleagues should attend with me.
Conclusion
This training provides practical, hands-on experience I can apply immediately to strengthen our work in it infrastructure & virtualization. Additional course information is available at https://appliedtechnologyacademy.com/vmware-training/vmware-nsx-t-data-center-install-configure-manage-training/.
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