Learn, Master & Ace VMware Network Virtualization Exam #2V0-642 with hands-on knowledge

KEY FEATURES

● Get your grips on the basics of NSX-V network virtualization platform

● Explore NSX core components along with a detailed compare and contrast of its benefits and implementation

● In-depth practical demonstration of network function virtualisation concepts with system image

● Integrate VMware NSX Integration with third party tools, products, services and systems using APIs

● Start with the basics and progress to advanced concepts in every chapter

● Deep dive into vDS capabilities including creation & deletion, adding/deleting ESXi hosts, configuring virtual ports and much more

● Hands-on demonstration on configuring and managing vSphere Networking, Network Security, NSX Network Services

DESCRIPTION

Starting with the very basics of Networking virtualization, this book is a comprehensive guide to help you get certified as a VMware Professional.

This book discusses the relationships between physical and virtual network infrastructure, networking devices, their working concepts and moves on to demonstrating the installation, configuration, administration, and operations performance in VMware NSX environment. The easy to follow explanations along with relevant visual aids like snapshots, tables and relevant figures will help you to practically follow the course of the book with ease.

Initial chapters explore the various components of VMware NSX, its architecture and implementation in the network. Going forward its integration with third-party hardware, applications and services have been discussed extensively. Automation, Monitoring, and role assignments have been covered in concluding sections of the guide thus providing an end-to-end visibility on the topic.

With all the information mentioned in this guide, grasped, and fully understood, you can target cracking the prestigious VMware certification VCP6-NV-2V0-642 successfully.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

● Understand Network Virtualization & NSX Core Components

● Explore VMware NSX Technology and Architecture & Physical Infrastructure requirements

● Configure & Manage vSphere Networking

● Install, configure, manage & Upgrade VMware NSX Virtual Network

● Understand how to Configure & Administer Network Security

● Deploy a Cross-vCentre NSX environment

● Perform Operations Tasks in a VMware NSX Environmen

WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR

This book is intended for IT infrastructure personnel engaged in networking, datacenter and cloud administration. With the knowledge gained through this guide, you can get certified as a VMware Professional (VCP6-NV-2V0-642) and progress further in your networking career.

Prior understanding of the relationship between physical and virtual network infrastructures alongwith networking devices & their working concepts is necessary.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Basics of NSX-vNetwork Virtualization Platform

2. NSX Core Components

3. Compare and Contrast the Benefits of VMware NSX Implementation

4. Understand VMware NSX Architecture

5. Differentiate Physical and Virtual Network

6. VMware NSX Integration with Third-Party Products and Services

7. VMware NSX Integration with vRealize Automation

8. Compare and Contrast the Benefits of Running VMware NSX on Physical Network Fabrics

9. Determine Physical Infrastructure Requirements for VMware NSX Implementation

10. Configure and Manage vSphere Distributed Switches

11. Configure and Manage vDS Policies

12. Configure Environment for Network Virtualization

13. Deploy VMware NSX Components

14. Upgrade Existing vCNS/NSX Implementation

15. Expand Transport Zone to Include New Cluster(s)

16. Creating and Administering Logical Switches

17. Configure VXLAN

18. Configure and Manage Layer 2 Bridging

19. Configure and Manage Logical Routers

20. Configure and Manage Logical Load Balancing

21. Configure and Manage Logical Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

22. Configuring and Managing DHCP, DNS, and NAT

23. Configure and Manage EDGE Services HA (High Availability)

24. Configure and Administer Logical Firewall Services

25. Configure Distributed Firewall Services

26. Configure and Manage Service Composer

27. Differentiate Single and Cross-vCenter NSX Deployment

28. Differentiate Cross vCenter Requirements and Configurations

29. Configure Roles, Permissions, and Scopes

30. Understanding NSX Automation

31. Monitor a VMware Implementation

32. Perform Auditing and Compliance

33. Backup and Recover Configurations