Introduction
Welcome to the VMware NSX-T Training Program! In this comprehensive 5-day course, participants will delve into the intricacies of VMware NSX-T, VMware's leading network virtualization and security platform. NSX-T enables organizations to create dynamic, scalable, and secure networking and security architectures for modern data centers, cloud environments, and edge deployments. Through a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on labs, participants will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to design, deploy, and manage NSX-T environments effectively.
Objectives
By the end of this training program, participants will:
- Understand the fundamentals of VMware NSX-T, including its architecture, components, and deployment options.
- Learn how to configure and manage NSX-T networking components, including logical switches, routers, and transport zones.
- Explore advanced networking features in NSX-T, such as NSX-T Edge Services Gateway (ESG), distributed firewall (DFW), and load balancing.
- Gain insights into NSX-T security capabilities, including micro-segmentation, security policies, and intrusion detection and prevention.
- Develop proficiency in automating NSX-T deployments and integrating NSX-T with automation and orchestration tools such as VMware vRealize Automation.
- Acquire troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve common issues in NSX-T environments.
Target Audience
This training program is ideal for:
- Network administrators and engineers seeking to enhance their skills in network virtualization and software-defined networking (SDN).
- System administrators responsible for deploying and managing virtualized infrastructure.
- Security professionals interested in leveraging NSX-T for micro-segmentation and advanced security features.
- Cloud architects and engineers involved in designing and implementing cloud-native applications and hybrid cloud environments.
- IT professionals preparing for VMware NSX-T certification exams, such as the VMware Certified Professional - Network Virtualization (VCP-NV) certification.
Training Program Outline
Day 1: Introduction and Installation
- Overview of VMware NSX-T
- Benefits and Use Cases
- Deployment Options
- NSX-T Installation
Day 2: Networking Basics with NSX-T
- Introduction to NSX-T Networking
- Logical Switching
- Logical Routing
- Transport Zones and Profiles
Day 3: Advanced Networking Features
- NSX-T Edge Services Gateway (ESG)
- Distributed Firewall (DFW)
- NAT and Load Balancing
- VPNs and SSL VPNs
Day 4: Security and Micro-Segmentation
- Security Challenges in Modern Data Centers
- Micro-Segmentation Concepts
- NSX-T Security Policies
- IDS/IPS Integration
Day 5: Automation and Orchestration
- Introduction to Automation with NSX-T
- NSX-T API and Automation Tools
- Integrating NSX-T with VMware vRealize Automation
- Troubleshooting NSX-T Deployments