VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage Training

• 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)

• 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

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).

• Understanding of TCP/IP services, routing, and switching
• Familiarity with VMware vSphere concepts
• Experience with network and security operations