vSphere 7: Deploying and Administering Virtual Machines and vApps from Pluralsight

Do you want to learn how to administer and deploy vSphere virtual machines? This course will teach you how to create, configure, administer, and protect new virtual machines, templates, clones, vApps, and virtual appliances.

Learning to create and protect virtual machines and other appliances doesn't have to be intimidating. In this course, vSphere 7: Deploying and Administering Virtual Machines and vApps, you will learn how to create, configure, administer, and protect new virtual machines, templates, clones, vApps, and virtual appliances. First, you will discover that administration of vSphere virtual machines can be easy and fun! Next, you will learn how to rapidly deploy new virtual machines from templates and content libraries. Finally, you will explore how to protect your virtual machines with Veeam Backup and vSphere Replication. When you are finished with this course, you will have the skills and knowledge of vSphere 7 virtual machine administration needed to confidently manage and protect your vSphere virtual machines.

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Syllabus

Course Overview

Introduction

Creating and Deploying Virtual Machines

Creating and Deploying vApps

Managing Virtual Machine Clones and Templates

Administering Virtual Machines and vApps

Consolidating Physical Workloads Using VMware Converter

Configuring Advanced vSphere Virtual Machine Settings

Creating and Managing a Multi-site Content Library

Backing Up and Restoring Virtual Machines

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Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Focuses on industry-standard tools and techniques

Taught by David Davis, a recognized expert in VMware vSphere

Covers core concepts and advanced techniques for administering vSphere virtual machines

Offers a comprehensive overview of vSphere virtual machine management

Includes hands-on labs and interactive materials, providing practical experience

Requires some prior knowledge of vSphere or virtualization concepts

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in vSphere 7: Deploying and Administering Virtual Machines and vApps with these activities:

Review vSphere documentation and white papers

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Solidify your understanding of vSphere concepts and technologies by reviewing official documentation.

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Access the vSphere documentation website.
Identify key topics and areas you want to focus on.
Read and comprehend the documentation thoroughly.
Take notes and summarize the main concepts.
Test your understanding by completing quizzes or exercises.

Attend a vSphere workshop or virtual event

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Engage with experts and fellow professionals to expand your knowledge and skills in vSphere.

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Research and identify upcoming vSphere workshops or virtual events.
Register and attend the event.
Participate in discussions, demonstrations, and hands-on labs.
Network with industry professionals and experts.
Apply the knowledge gained to your own vSphere projects.

Join a virtual study group for vSphere

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Connect with peers, share knowledge, and enhance your understanding of vSphere concepts.

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Find or create a virtual study group dedicated to vSphere.
Set regular meeting times and stick to them.
Discuss course topics, share insights, and work on projects together.
Provide support and motivation to group members.
Reflect on your learning and identify areas for improvement.

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Build a virtual machine from scratch

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Gain hands-on experience in all aspects of VM creation, configuration, and deployment.

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Choose and install a virtualization platform.
Create a new virtual machine with appropriate settings.
Install and configure an operating system.
Configure network and storage settings.
Test and verify VM functionality.

Create a virtual machine deployment plan

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Simulate real-world scenarios to enhance your understanding of VM deployment strategies.

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Define your deployment goals and requirements.
Research and select appropriate virtualization platform.
Plan the virtual network infrastructure.
Determine hardware and software requirements.
Document your plan and share with stakeholders.

Deploy and manage VMs using vSphere Client

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Develop familiarity with vSphere Client through interactive exercises and scenarios.

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Explore the vSphere Client interface and functionality.
Create and manage virtual machines.
Configure networking and storage for VMs.
Monitor and troubleshoot VM performance.
Optimize VM configurations for better performance.

Follow online tutorials on advanced vSphere features

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Enhance your knowledge of vSphere's capabilities and extend your skillset through guided tutorials.

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Identify specific vSphere features you want to explore.
Search for reputable online tutorials covering those features.
Follow the tutorials step-by-step and implement the concepts.
Experiment and test the features in your own vSphere environment.
Share your learnings and insights with others.

Contribute to open-source vSphere projects

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Gain practical experience and contribute to the vSphere community by participating in open-source projects.

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Identify areas within the vSphere ecosystem where you can make contributions.
Join relevant open-source projects and study their codebase.
Propose and develop new features or enhancements.
Collaborate with other developers and submit pull requests.
Test and verify your contributions.

Career center

Learners who complete vSphere 7: Deploying and Administering Virtual Machines and vApps will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Virtualization Engineer

Virtualization Engineers work with one or more virtualization software products to provide solutions for their clients. They have expertise in at least one virtualization technology and may have knowledge of one or more others. This course may be useful to a Virtualization Engineer who is new to vSphere and needs to quickly gain expertise in creating, deploying, and managing virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers work to deploy and manage cloud systems such as Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, and Microsoft Azure. They use virtualization to create and manage virtual machines on which to deploy applications and services. This course may be useful to a Cloud Engineer who is new to vSphere and needs to rapidly learn how to create and manage a vSphere virtual environment and deploy virtual machines and appliances in the cloud.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer systems. They work with various software and hardware technologies to provide services for their clients. This course may be useful to a Systems Engineer who is new to vSphere and needs to gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manage virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer networks. They work with various networking technologies to provide reliable and efficient data transmission for their clients. This course may be useful to a Network Engineer who is new to vSphere and needs to gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manage virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers work to bridge the gap between development and operations teams. They use automation and virtualization to streamline the deployment and management of applications and services. This course may be useful to a DevOps Engineer who is new to vSphere and needs to gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manage virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates.

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Security Engineer

Security Engineers design, implement, and maintain security systems. They work with various security technologies to protect their clients from cyber threats. This course may be useful to a Security Engineer who is new to vSphere and needs to gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manage virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators manage and maintain databases. They work with various database technologies to ensure data is stored, managed, and accessed securely and efficiently. This course may be useful to a Database Administrator who is new to vSphere and needs to gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manage virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates on which to deploy databases.

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IT Consultant

IT Consultants provide IT advice and services to clients. They work with various technologies to help clients improve their IT infrastructure and operations. This course may be useful to an IT Consultant who is new to vSphere and needs to gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manage virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates.

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IT Manager

IT Managers oversee the information technology (IT) department of an organization. They are responsible for planning, implementing, and managing IT systems and services. This course may be useful to an IT Manager who is new to vSphere and needs to gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manage virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates.

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Technical Support Specialist

Technical Support Specialists provide technical support to users of computer systems and software. They work with various technologies to help users resolve technical issues. This course may be useful to a Technical Support Specialist who is new to vSphere and needs to gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manage virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use data to build models and make predictions. They work with various data analysis and machine learning technologies to help businesses improve their decision-making. This course may be useful to a Data Scientist who is new to vSphere and needs to gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manage virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts work with businesses to understand their needs and develop solutions to meet those needs. They use various business analysis techniques and tools to help businesses improve their operations. This course may be useful to a Business Analyst who is new to vSphere and needs to gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manage virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. They work with various programming languages and technologies to build software solutions for their clients. This course may be useful to a Software Engineer who is new to vSphere and needs to gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manage virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates.

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Project Manager

Project Managers plan, execute, and close projects. They work with various project management methodologies and tools to help projects succeed. This course may be useful to a Project Manager who is new to vSphere and needs to gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manage virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts test software applications to ensure they meet quality standards. They work with various testing tools and techniques to help ensure software applications are reliable and error-free. This course may be useful to a Quality Assurance Analyst who is new to vSphere and needs to gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manage virtual machines, vApps, clones, and templates.

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