VMware vSphere ? Data Center Virtualization (Voucher Included)

This VMware vSphere course provides an in-depth, intensive, hands-on training experience that focuses on the installation, configuration, and management of VMware vSphere® 8.0. This latest version includes key components such as VMware ESXi™ 8.0, the hypervisor that enables the virtualization of physical servers, and VMware vCenter Server® 8.0, the centralized platform for managing your virtual infrastructure.

Throughout the course, you will gain practical skills and knowledge including how to describe the software-defined data center (SDDC) and explain the vSphere components and their function in the infrastructure for organizations of various sizes, ranging from small businesses to large enterprises. You will learn to install and configure VMware ESXi hosts and deploy and configure VMware vCenter Server Appliance. Furthermore, you will use the VMware vSphere Client to manage the vCenter Server inventory and the vCenter Server configuration, as well as manage, monitor, back up, and protect the vCenter Server Appliance.

Emphasis is placed on real-world applications and best practices to help you effectively manage a virtualized environment. In addition to foundational knowledge, this vSphere training covers important features and functionalities of the software-defined data center, preparing you to leverage VMware technologies effectively and optimize resource utilization.

By the end of this vSphere certification training, you will have the confidence and expertise necessary to sit for the VCP DCV certification exam (2V0-21.23), validating your ability to manage and maintain VMware environments professionally. This certification is essential for those pursuing a successful career in IT infrastructure management and virtualization.

This VMware course offers a voucher with enrollment. The voucher covers the fee/cost to sit for the VCP DCV (2V0-21.23) exam upon eligibility.

What you will learn

• Describe the software-defined data center (SDDC)
• Explain the vSphere components and their function in the infrastructure
• Install and configure VMware ESXi hosts
• Deploy and configure VMware vCenter Server Appliance
• Use VMware vSphere Client to manage the vCenter Server inventory and the vCenter Server
• configuration
• Manage, monitor, back up, and protect vCenter Server Appliance
• Create virtual networks with vSphere standard switches
• Describe the storage technologies supported by vSphere
• Configure virtual storage using iSCSI and NFS storage
• Create and manage VMware vSphere VMFS datastores
• Use the vSphere Client to create virtual machines, templates, clones, and snapshots
• Create a content library and deploy virtual machines from templates in the library
• Manage virtual machine resource use
• Migrate virtual machines with VMware vSphere vMotion and VMware vSphere Storage vMotion
• Create and manage a vSphere cluster that is enabled with VMware vSphere High Availability
• Use the VMware vSphere Distributed Resource Scheduler
• Discuss solutions for managing the vSphere life cycle
• Use VMware vSphere Update Manager to apply patches and perform upgrades to ESXi hosts and virtual machines

How you will benefit

• This course helps prepare you to administer a vSphere infrastructure for an organization of any size
• Complete in 3 months or less
• Prepare to sit for the VCP DCV certification exam (2V0-21.23)

1. Virtualization
1. Introduction to Virtualization
2. Topology
3. Introduction to vSphere
4. Licensing
2. ESXi Installation
1. ESXi Installation
2. Configuration of ESXi
3. Using the Host Client
3. vCenter Server
1. vCenter Server Installation
2. vCenter Server Management Interface
3. vCenter Server Backup Configurations
4. vSphere Networking
1. Virtual Networking Basics
2. Setting Up the Network
3. vDistributed Switch Configuration
4. Network Policies
5. Filtering and Monitoring the Network
6. Additional Features and Troubleshooting
5. vSphere Storage
1. Introduction to vSphere Storage
2. Connecting to Storage
3. VMFS Datastores
4. RDM and vVOLs
5. Advanced Storage Features
6. Storage Policies
7. vSAN
6. Virtual Machines
1. Introduction to Virtual Machines
2. Deploying a VM
3. VM Options
4. Content Libraries
5. Solutions Manager
6. Snapshots
7. SR-IOV
8. VM Migration
7. vSphere Security
1. Hypervisor Security
2. Securing vCenter Server
3. Securing VMs
4. Single-Sign On
5. Certificate Management
6. Security Logging
7. Securing vMotion
8. Examples of Security Concerns in the Real World
8. Resource Management
1. Introduction to Resource Allocation
9. Host Optimization
1. Advanced Host Management
10. vSphere Business Continuity Solutions
1. High Availability
2. Fault Tolerance
11. Upgrading vSphere
1. VCSA Upgrade Process
2. Host Upgrade Process
3. Lifecycle Manager

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 12 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word Online
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites for the course, but System administration experience on Microsoft Windows or Linux operating systems is highly recommended.

Russ Long

Russ Long is an experienced IT professional and instructor specializing in Cisco networking and VMware virtualization. He holds many reputable IT certifications, including Cisco CCSI, Cisco CCNA, Apple Certified Support Professional, VMware VCP-DCV, and VMware VCA-DCV. In addition to his certifications, Russ has extensive experience with Cisco routing and switching, Linus administration, Cybersecurity, VMware vSphere, VMware Workstation, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Apple Support. His approachable teaching style allows students to get a deeper understanding of technology by encouraging them to ask questions. Outside of class, Russ will get his party killed in MMOs and dominate in the pool hall.

What is the average salary of a system administrator?

According to Lightcast, the national median salary for Network and Computer Systems Administrators is $95,186 (2025)

What is the average salary of a system engineer?

According to Lightcast, the median advertised salary for Systems Engineers is $125,200 (2025)

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

This course prepares you for the VMware Certified Professional in Data Center Virtualization exam 2V0-21.23.

What is VCP?

A VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification confirms an IT professional's capability to install, configure, manage, and optimize VMware solutions. This certification is designed for mid-level IT professionals, such as system administrators and engineers.

How much does VMware Certified Professional in Data Center Virtualization pay?

The average salary for a VCP-DCV (VMware Certified Professional in Data Center Virtualization) in the United States ranges from approximately $130,000 to $138,000 per year. This certification is widely regarded as a valuable asset for advancing a career in VMware technologies and can lead to substantial salary increases.

How long does it take to complete this course?

After you register, you will receive 3 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

When can I start this course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

What if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

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What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.

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