Operationalizing VMware vSAN from Pluralsight

This course will teach you how to maintain, troubleshoot, and manage day-2 operations of VMware vSAN.

VMware vSAN is a software-defined storage (SDS) solution that is integrated with VMware vSphere. This hyper-converged platform transforms local hard disks of ESXis hosts into a shared storage. In this course, Operationalizing VMware vSAN, you'll learn how to maintain, troubleshoot, and manage day-2 operations of VMware vSAN. First, you’ll explore the implementation of vSAN best practices. Next, you’ll discover how to upgrade and maintain vSAN. Then, you’ll learn how to troubleshoot vSAN. Finally, you’ll delve into how to monitor and optimize vSAN performance. When you're finished with this course, you'll have the skills and knowledge to manage, troubleshoot, and optimize VMware vSAN effectively.

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Course Overview

vSAN Best Practices

vSAN Lifecycle Management

vSAN Maintenance

vSAN Troubleshooting

vSAN Monitoring and Optimization

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Examines how to upgrade and maintain VMware vSAN, which is a common question among practitioners

Explores vSAN best practices and lifecycle management, which are fundamental concepts for a core audience of IT admins and system engineers

Delves into troubleshooting vSAN, which is a critical skill for system administrators and network engineers

Teaches how to monitor and optimize vSAN performance, which is an important aspect of maintaining and operating a virtualized environment

Taught by Sadaf Allahyari, who is recognized for their work in VMware vSAN

This course requires extensive background knowledge and may not be suitable for beginners

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 Operationalizing VMware vSAN with these activities:

Review Hyper-Converged Storage Concepts

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Engage with the underlying concepts of hyper-converged storage and software-defined storage to strengthen the foundation for understanding vSAN.

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Read the white paper on hyper-converged storage.
Watch online videos on software-defined storage concepts.
Practice using the VMware vSAN Command-Line Interface (CLI).

Review Introduction to vSAN

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Refresh your understanding of the foundational principles of vSAN and its role within VMware vSphere to enhance comprehension during the course.

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Read the official VMware documentation on vSAN concepts.
Review your notes or study materials from previous coursework related to virtualization and storage.
Watch online videos or tutorials that provide an overview of vSAN.

Review vSAN Background

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Reinforce your understanding of vSAN's core concepts and foundational knowledge.

Browse courses on Software-Defined Storage (SDS)

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Review vSAN documentation
Attend a vSAN overview webinar or workshop
Set up a vSAN home lab (optional)

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Follow vSAN Best Practices

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Enhance your vSAN implementation and maintenance skills by following industry-recommended best practices.

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Read VMware's vSAN Best Practices Guide
Complete a vSAN best practices online course or tutorial
Consult with a vSAN expert or consultant (optional)

Practice vSAN Troubleshooting Scenarios

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Enhance your problem-solving skills by practicing troubleshooting common vSAN issues, simulating real-world scenarios to build confidence.

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Identify common vSAN troubleshooting tools and techniques.
Work through guided tutorials or exercises that present vSAN troubleshooting scenarios.
Simulate vSAN failures in your lab environment and practice resolving them.

Design and Implement a vSAN Deployment Plan

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Apply your knowledge by designing and implementing a vSAN deployment plan, providing a practical and tangible demonstration of your understanding.

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Gather requirements and define the scope of the vSAN deployment.
Design the vSAN cluster architecture, including hardware selection and network configuration.
Plan for capacity, performance, and availability.
Create and implement the vSAN deployment plan in your lab environment.
Monitor and evaluate the performance of your vSAN deployment.

Career center

Learners who complete Operationalizing VMware vSAN will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Storage Architect

Storage Architects design, implement, and manage storage systems for organizations. Completing a course on Operationalizing VMware vSAN can help an aspiring Storage Architect understand how to manage and troubleshoot VMware vSAN, a popular software-defined storage solution. This knowledge, combined with other relevant skills and experience, can make candidates more competitive in the job market.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects design, implement, and manage cloud computing solutions for organizations. Taking an Operationalizing VMware vSAN course can be useful for a Cloud Architect because it can provide knowledge and experience with managing and troubleshooting VMware vSAN, a popular software-defined storage solution often used in cloud environments.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers build, deploy, and manage cloud computing solutions for organizations. Having training in Operationalizing VMware vSAN may be useful in this role because it teaches individuals how to manage and troubleshoot VMware vSAN, a software-defined storage solution commonly used in cloud environments. This knowledge can help Cloud Engineers effectively manage storage resources and ensure optimal performance in cloud environments.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer systems for organizations. Taking an Operationalizing VMware vSAN course can be helpful for a Systems Engineer because it can provide exposure to managing and troubleshooting VMware vSAN, a popular software-defined storage solution. This knowledge, combined with other relevant skills and experience, can make candidates more competitive in the job market.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers work to bridge the gap between development and operations teams within an organization. Completing an Operationalizing VMware vSAN course may be useful in this role because it can provide individuals with the skills to manage and troubleshoot VMware vSAN, a software-defined storage solution commonly used in cloud environments.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators are responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting computer systems, including hardware and software. Taking a course on Operationalizing VMware vSAN can help you build a foundation in managing and troubleshooting VMware vSAN, a popular software-defined storage solution. This knowledge would be valuable in a Systems Administrator role, as it would allow you to effectively manage and maintain VMware vSAN environments and ensure optimal performance.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer networks. They ensure that networks are running smoothly and that data is transmitted securely. By taking an Operationalizing VMware vSAN course, you can gain a deeper understanding of how storage solutions like vSAN fit into network infrastructure. The course can provide practical experience with vSAN management and troubleshooting that will be valuable in a Network Engineer role.

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IT Consultant

IT Consultants provide expert advice and guidance to organizations on a range of IT-related issues. Completing a course on Operationalizing VMware vSAN can be useful for an IT Consultant because it can provide candidates with the skills and knowledge to advise clients on how to effectively manage and troubleshoot VMware vSAN environments.

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Data Engineer

Data Engineers design, build, and maintain data pipelines and infrastructure. Completing an Operationalizing VMware vSAN course may be useful in this role because it can provide individuals with the skills to manage and troubleshoot VMware vSAN, a software-defined storage solution commonly used in data engineering environments.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. Taking an Operationalizing VMware vSAN course may be useful for a Software Engineer because it can help individuals understand how to manage and troubleshoot VMware vSAN, a popular software-defined storage solution. This knowledge can be valuable for Software Engineers who work on applications that use or interact with VMware vSAN.

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IT Manager

IT Managers oversee the planning, implementation, and maintenance of computer systems and networks within an organization. Having an understanding of Operationalizing VMware vSAN could be useful in an IT Manager role because it can provide candidates with the skills to lead and manage a team of IT professionals responsible for managing and troubleshooting VMware vSAN environments.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract knowledge and insights from data in various forms, both structured and unstructured. The Operationalizing VMware vSAN course may be useful for this role because it can provide individuals with the skills to manage and troubleshoot VMware vSAN, a software-defined storage solution commonly used in data science environments.

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Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineers design, develop, and maintain machine learning models. Taking an Operationalizing VMware vSAN course may be useful for a Machine Learning Engineer because it can provide exposure to managing and troubleshooting VMware vSAN, a software-defined storage solution commonly used in machine learning environments. This knowledge can help Machine Learning Engineers effectively manage storage resources and ensure optimal performance in machine learning environments.

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Technical Support Engineer

Technical Support Engineers help customers troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues with hardware and software products. Having training in Operationalizing VMware vSAN would be helpful to this job role because it would help you deeply understand how VMware vSAN works and how to manage and troubleshoot issues that may arise. This may lead to efficient problem solving, as well as more thorough customer support and training.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, process, and analyze large datasets to extract meaningful insights. The skills you would gain from the Operationalizing VMware vSAN course may prove helpful in working with data that pertains to storage management. Furthermore, having knowledge of how to manage and troubleshoot VMware vSAN may make you an asset to any IT team because of its market relevance.

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Reading list

We've selected three books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Operationalizing VMware vSAN.

Essential Virtual SAN (VSAN)

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Provides guidance on how to monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize the performance of VMware vSAN.

Essential Virtual San Vsan: Administrator's Guide...

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Vmware Vsan 6.7 U1 Deep Dive

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Provides a comprehensive overview of VMware vSphere 6.5 clustering, which prerequisite for understanding and implementing VMware vSAN.

VMware vSAN 6.7 U1 Deep Dive

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Essential Virtual SAN (VSAN)

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Provides a comprehensive overview of VMware vSphere networking. It covers topics such as network architectures, network protocols, and network management.

Essential Virtual San Vsan: Administrator's Guide...

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