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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for System architects and system administrators Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Introduce troubleshooting principles and procedures Use command-line interfaces, log files, and the vSphere Client to diagnose and resolve problems in the vSphere environment Explain the purpose of common vSphere log files Identify networking issues based on reported symptoms Validate and troubleshoot the reported networking issue Identify the root cause of networking issue Implement the appropriate resolution to recover from networking problems Analyze storage failure scenarios using a logical troubleshooting methodology identify the root cause of storage failure Apply the appropriate resolution to resolve storage failure problems Troubleshoot vSphere cluster failure scenarios Analyze possible vSphere cluster failure causes Diagnose common VMware vSphere High Availability problems and provide solutions Identify and validate VMware ESXiTM host and VMware vCenter problems Analyze failure scenarios of ESXi host and vCenter problems Select the correct resolution for the failure of ESXi host and vCenter problems Troubleshoot virtual machine problems, including migration problems, snapshot problems, and connection problems Troubleshoot performance problems with vSphere components This five-day training course provides you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve competence in troubleshooting the VMware vSphere© 8 environment. This course increases your skill level and competence in using the command-line interface, VMware vSphere© Client?, log files, and other tools to analyze and solve problems. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Introduction to Troubleshooting Define the scope of troubleshooting Use a structured approach to solve configuration and operational problems Apply troubleshooting methodology to logically diagnose faults and improve troubleshooting efficiency Troubleshooting Tools Discuss the various methods to run commands Discuss the various ways to access ESXi Shell Use commands to view, configure, and manage your vSphere components Use the vSphere CLI Use ESXCLI commands from the vSphere CLI Use Data Center CLI commands Identify the best tool for command-line interface troubleshooting Identify important log files for troubleshooting vCenter Server and ESXi Describe the benefits and capabilities of VMware SkylineTM Explain how VMware Skyline works Describe VMware SkylineTM Health Describe VMware Skyline AdvisorTM Troubleshooting Virtual Networking Analyze and troubleshoot standard switch problems Analyze and troubleshoot virtual machine connectivity problems Analyze and troubleshoot management network problems Analyze and troubleshoot distributed switch problems Troubleshooting Storage Discuss the vSphere storage architecture Identify the possible causes of problems in the various types of datastores Analyze the common storage connectivity and configuration problems Discuss the possible storage problems causes Solve the storage connectivity problems, correct misconfigurations, and restore LUN visibility Review vSphere storage architecture and functionality necessary to troubleshoot storage problems Use ESXi and Linux commands to troubleshoot storage problems Analyze log file entries to identify the root cause of storage problems Investigate ESXi storage issues Troubleshoot VM snapshots Troubleshoot storage performance problems Review multipathing Identify the common causes of missing paths, including PDL and APD conditions Solve the missing path problems between hosts and storage devices Troubleshooting vSphere Clusters Identify and troubleshoot vSphere HA problems Analyze and solve vSphere vMotion problems Diagnose and troubleshoot common vSphere DRS problems Troubleshooting Virtual Machines Discuss virtual machine files and disk content IDs Identify, analyze, and solve virtual machine snapshot problems Troubleshoot virtual machine power-on problems Identify possible causes and troubleshoot virtual machine connection state problems Diagnose and recover from VMware Tools installation failures Troubleshooting vCenter Server and ESXi Analyze and solve vCenter Server service problems Diagnose and troubleshoot vCenter Server database problems Use vCenter Server Appliance shell and the Bash shell to identify and solve problems Identify and troubleshoot ESXi host problems

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for individuals who may need to present information effectively in a professional environment. Overview Define what makes a presentation effective. Plan presentations. Design a presentation framework. Develop the presentation body. Create supporting materials. Prepare for your presentation. Deliver presentations. Conduct a question-and-answer session. Deliver group presentations and virtual presentations. The ability to deliver presentations is vital to achieving advancement for yourself and for your ideas. Few skills in life will contribute to your success as much as presentation skills. Without a dynamic and coherent presentation, even stellar ideas can fail to convince your audience. In this course, you will learn to organize your ideas to create coherent and convincing oral presentations, while also utilizing available visual aids and using public-speaking techniques to strengthen your delivery. Private classes on this topic are available. We can address your organization?s issues, time constraints, and save you money, too. Contact us to find out how. Prerequisites To ensure your success, you will need to have experience writing in a professional context and creating presentations using Microsoft Office PowerPoint. 1. Defining Presentation Effectiveness Identify Qualities of Effective Presentations Evaluate Yourself as a Presenter 2. Planning Presentations Analyze the Audience Establish Your Presentation\'s Objectives 3. Designing the Presentation Create the Presentation Structure Organize the Presentation Body Write the Conclusion First Write the Introduction 4. Developing the Presentation Body Select Evidence Write the Presentation Body Create Visuals 5. Creating Supporting Materials Create a Slide Deck Create Speaker Aids Create Audience Handouts 6. Preparing for Your Presentation Rehearse the Presentation Plan Event Logistics 7. Delivering Presentations Connect with Your Audience Present Powerfully Utilize a Slide Deck Effectively 8. Conducting a Question-and-Answer Session Answer Questions Handle Challenging Questions 9. Presenting in Common Business Scenarios Plan and Deliver a Virtual Presentation Plan and Deliver Group Presentations 10. Key Course Information This course focuses on the skills necessary to prepare and deliver an effective presentation; that being said, the learner will not be creating, delivering, or designing a specific presentation from start to finish in this course (this course only provides the foundational knowledge for doing this work back at the office). This course consists of instructor lecture along with course activities corresponding with the main course objectives. In terms of the course activities, 50% will be discussion based - 25% will be in a group-work format - and 25% will be hands-on/involve a digital tool, such as a PowerPoint or Word file. The intent is for students leaving this course to take the skills learned and apply them to their efforts of creating more effective presentations upon returning to the workplace. Additional course details: Nexus Humans Effective Presentations (Second Edition) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Effective Presentations (Second Edition) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

This workshop will help you improve the impact, clarity, accuracy and effectiveness of your sales proposals. It takes bid and proposal teams right through the process, from start to finish - from forming the team and gathering the information, through to writing and reviewing the proposal document, and on to presenting it to the client. The learning points shared in the programme come from the trainer's extensive real-world experience with a wide variety of businesses. As a result of attending this programme, participants will be able to: Write more clearly, more grammatically and more persuasively Structure their written communications more effectively Avoid the 'howlers' that can cost you business Impress your clients Win more business 1 Bid strategy How to combine your knowledge of the market or customer, your products and services, and your competitors, to create a quality bid New insights into your comparative advantages and competitive position in the marketplace Understanding more about how your client views you and other suppliers A plan of attack to build on your strengths and attack the weaknesses of your competition Dealing with RFP/ITT situations 2 Teamwork How a bid or proposal team needs to prioritise and manage preparation time Co-ordinating input from team members Agreeing responsibilities 3 The importance and role of a well-written sales proposal Why bother? - the value of the sales proposal to you and to the customer What the customer wants and needs to make a decision in your favour Understanding and delivering on customer expectations Review and discussion of different proposals - with real-life examples 4 The best way to structure your sales proposals A section-by-section, page-by-page review of best practice in structuring great sales proposals How to improve the way you match your proposal to the customer's objectives and requirements Plan your sales documents systematically - to make them easy to read and more persuasive How to make your proposal look like the 'least risky' option 5 Making your proposal a compelling and persuasive proposition Choosing the right words that sell effectively Selecting the right content and information for your document or proposal Using an option matrix to summarise complex choices and increase final order value How to write an executive summary 6 Well-written and error-free Developing your writing style for maximum impact Expressing the content (ie, selling points) clearly, concisely and correctly Proof-reading and editing work effectively, using formal marks and techniques Improving visual layout, format and appearance Keeping it customer-focused 7 Presenting to the client - overview Presentation options Understanding the client's objectives - as well as your own The proposal review meeting - logistics Managing to the next step Designing and delivering a compelling presentation Isolating objections and concerns Follow-up and follow-through 8 Positioning your final proposal Finalising your bid - presenting the right 'best few' USPs, features and benefits and making them relevant and real to the customer Smart ways to position price and be a strong player - without being the cheapest How to differentiate yourselves by how you present, as well as what you present How to design and deliver a successful bid presentation 9 Bid presentation practice session with structured feedback Participants work in small groups or pairs to prepare and later present a sample section from a real life bid or proposal presentation The trainer will provide assistance and input During group review and discussions, input from others will be encouraged and many best practice ideas summarised 10 Managing the end game How best to draw-out, understand, isolate and answer customer objections, negotiate points and concerns How to read the situation to plan the next step Identifying negotiation tactics - and how to deal with them Planning for a negotiation and how to get the customer feel they have the 'best deal' 11 Workshop summary and close

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The Car Maintenance course provides comprehensive training on car safety rules, general maintenance, dashboard indicator lights, tyres, internal combustion engines, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, drive train, and brakes. It also covers essential topics related to buying a car and preparing for driving tests. Learning Outcomes: Understand safety rules and acquire knowledge of essential tools for car maintenance. Learn general maintenance techniques to keep cars in good working condition. Identify and interpret dashboard indicator lights to address potential issues. Gain knowledge of tyre maintenance and care for better performance and safety. Acquire understanding of internal combustion engines and engine oil management. Learn about the cooling system, fuel system, electrical system, and drive train of cars. Familiarize yourself with brake maintenance and safety measures. Acquire essential skills for buying a car and making informed decisions. Prepare effectively for the driving test and gain knowledge of road rules and markings. Understand driving in adverse weather conditions and how to handle breakdowns and incidents. Learn practical test preparation and essential tips for the day of the driving test. Understand the driving test process and receive guidance on interpreting the test results. Gain practical advice and tips to remember for safe and responsible driving. Why buy this Driver Safety Level 4 Course and Vehicle Maintenance Training? Unlimited access to the course for a lifetime. Opportunity to earn a certificate accredited by the CPD Quality Standards and CIQ after completing this course. Structured lesson planning in line with industry standards. Immerse yourself in innovative and captivating course materials and activities. Assessments designed to evaluate advanced cognitive abilities and skill proficiency. Flexibility to complete the Course at your own pace, on your own schedule. Receive full tutor support throughout the week, from Monday to Friday, to enhance your learning experience. Unlock career resources for CV improvement, interview readiness, and job success. Certification After studying the course materials of the Driver Safety Level 4 Course and Vehicle Maintenance Training you will be able to take the MCQ test that will assess your knowledge. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £5.99. Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £9.60. Who is this course for? This Driver Safety Level 4 Course and Vehicle Maintenance Training does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. You can just enrol and start learning.  Prerequisites This Driver Safety Level 4 Course and Vehicle Maintenance Training was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC's, Mac's, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection. Career path Fleet Manager: £30,000 - £60,000 per year Commercial Truck Driver: £25,000 - £45,000 per year Vehicle Maintenance Technician: £20,000 - £40,000 per year Logistics Manager: £30,000 - £70,000 per year Safety and Compliance Officer: £25,000 - £50,000 per year Driving Instructor (specializing in driver safety): £20,000 - £40,000 per year Course Curriculum Car Maintenance Module 01: Safety Rules & Introduction to Tools Module 1: Introduction to Safety and Maintenance 00:10:00 Module 02: General Maintenance for Car Mechanics Module 2: General Maintenance 00:10:00 Module 03: Dashboard Indicator Lights Module 3: Dashboard Indicator Lights 00:10:00 Module 04: Tyres Module 4: Tyres 00:05:00 Module 05: Internal Combustion Engines & Engine Oil Module 5: The Internal Combustion Engine 00:05:00 Module 06: The Cooling System Module 6: The Cooling System 00:05:00 Module 07: The Fuel System Module 7: The Fuel System 00:05:00 Module 08: The Electrical System Module 8: The Electrical System 00:05:00 Module 09: The Drive Train Module 9: The Drive Train 00:05:00 Module 10: Brakes Module 10: Brakes 00:05:00 Module 11: Buying a Car Module 11: Buying a Car 00:05:00 Driving Test Preparation Module 01: DRIVING TEST Module 01: Driving Test 00:20:00 Module 02: Rules for Pedestrians and Users of Powered Wheelchairs and Mobility Scooters Module 02: Rules For Pedestrians and Users of Powered Wheelchairs and Mobility Scooters 00:30:00 Module 03: General Rules, Techniques and Advice for All Drivers and Riders Module 03: General Rules, Techniques and Advice for All Drivers And Riders 00:43:00 Module 04: Rules for Drivers and Motorcyclists Module 04: Rules for Drivers And Motorcyclists 00:27:00 Module 05: Driving in Adverse Weather Conditions Module 05: Driving in Adverse Weather Conditions 00:28:00 Module 06: Signs, Signals and Road Markings Module 06: Signs, Signals and Road Markings 00:36:00 Module 07: Maintenance, Breakdowns and Other Incidents Module 07: Maintenance, Breakdowns and Other Incidents 00:30:00 Module 08: Using the Road and Parking Module 08: Using the Road and Parking 00:45:00 Module 09: DSA Practical Driving Test Module 09: DSA Practical Driving Test 00:21:00 Module 10: Preparation for the Test Module 10: Preparation for the Test 00:08:00 Module 11: Day of the Test Module 11: Day of the Test 00:11:00 Module 12: Your Test Result Module 12: Your Test Result 00:11:00 Module 13: Things to Remember Module 13: Things to Remember 00:17:00

Play Video Navigating the bustling roads or construction sites requires skill, attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of traffic management. Enter the role of the Traffic Marshal Banksman - a linchpin in ensuring the smooth flow of vehicles, managing risks, and ensuring overall safety. This course delves deep into the crucial difference between traffic marshall and banksman, offering insights to those keen on mastering the techniques. With a comprehensive curriculum, this traffic marshal banksman course equips you with the knowledge to excel in traffic marshall banksman jobs and to earn the sought-after banksman traffic marshall card. From traffic management to the art of vehicle signalling and maintaining health and safety standards, this training provides a holistic perspective, ensuring you're not just a banksman but an expert with ample banksman training. Learning Outcomes Understand the roles and responsibilities of a Traffic Marshal (Banksman). Gain proficiency in temporary traffic control and its management. Develop skills in traffic risk assessment and mitigate potential hazards. Acquire expertise in vehicle signalling, especially in reversing vehicles. Enhance knowledge on health and safety practices in the traffic management field. Upon completing this course, you will acquire essential skills such as effective communication, coping techniques, managing difficult behaviors, responding to accidents and breakdowns, understanding road safety laws and policies, stress management, and fostering teamwork. Why Enrol This Traffic Marshal (Banksman) Course? Unlimited access to the course for forever Digital Certificate, Transcript, student ID all included in the price Absolutely no hidden fees Directly receive CPD accredited qualifications after course completion Receive one to one assistance on every weekday from professionals Immediately receive the PDF certificate after passing Receive the original copies of your certificate and transcript on the next working day Easily learn the skills and knowledge from the comfort of your home Who is this Traffic Marshal (Banksman) course for? Individuals aspiring to work in the traffic management sector. Professionals looking to attain the banksman traffic marshall card. Those keen on understanding the difference between traffic marshall and banksman roles. Employees involved in construction or similar industries requiring vehicle management. Safety officers wanting to augment their traffic safety knowledge. Prerequisites This Traffic Marshal (Banksman) Certification does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. You can just enrol and start learning.This Traffic Marshal (Banksman) Certification was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC's, Mac's, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection. Career path Traffic Controller: Average salary range: £20,000 - £25,000 per annum Construction Site Banksman: Average salary range: £23,000 - £28,000 per annum Highway Maintenance Operative: Average salary range: £18,000 - £23,000 per annum Traffic Management Supervisor: Average salary range: £26,000 - £32,000 per annum Road Safety Officer: Average salary range: £24,000 - £29,000 per annum Logistics Coordinator: Average salary range: £22,000 - £27,000 per annum Certification After studying the course materials of the Traffic Marshal (Banksman) Certification there will be a written assignment test which you can take either during or at the end of the course. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £5.99. Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £9.60. FAQ's What do I need to work as a traffic marshal? To work as a traffic marshal, you typically need to complete a recognized traffic marshal training course, obtain a certification, and be knowledgeable about health and safety regulations specific to the job. What are the duties and responsibilities of a marshal? A marshal's duties include ensuring safety at construction sites and traffic-intensive areas, controlling traffic flow, ensuring pedestrian safety, setting up temporary traffic control measures like diversions, conducting risk assessments, using appropriate signaling techniques to guide drivers, and adhering to health and safety regulations. What do you need to work in traffic management? Working in Traffic Management does not require you to have any prior qualifications. All you need relevant skills and a Certification to work in this field  How long is a traffic marshal course? The duration of a traffic marshal course can vary depending on the institution and region. Our Traffic Marshal course duration is 4.5 hours. Difference between traffic marshal and banksman? While both traffic marshals and banksmen focus on safety and directing vehicular movement, the primary difference lies in their areas of operation. A traffic marshal primarily deals with controlling traffic in construction sites and high-traffic areas. In contrast, a banksman is specialized in guiding drivers when maneuvering their vehicles in tight spaces, especially during reversing. Course Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Traffic Marshalling Introduction to Traffic Marshalling 00:14:00 Module 02: Traffic Management Traffic Management 00:21:00 Module 03: Temporary Traffic Control Temporary Traffic Control 00:30:00 Module 04: Traffic Risk Assessment Traffic Risk Assessment 00:26:00 Module 05: Vehicle Signaling Vehicle Signaling 00:17:00 Module 06: Reversing Vehicles Reversing Vehicles 00:22:00 Module 07: Health and Safety Health and Safety 00:26:00 Assignment Assignment - Traffic Marshal (Banksman) 00:00:00 Bonus Modules Communication Skills 00:11:00 Coping Techniques 00:08:00 Dealing with Difficult Behavior 00:08:00 In the Events of Accidents and Breakdowns 00:16:00 Laws and Policies Involving Road Safety 00:27:00 Dealing with Difficult Behavior 00:08:00 Stress Management 00:17:00 Teamwork 00:06:00

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Security administrators who are responsible for using SaltStack SecOps to manage the security operations in their enterprise Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Describe the architecture of SaltStack Config and SaltStack SecOps Integrate SaltStack Config with directory services. Configure roles and permissions for users and groups to manage and use SaltStack SecOps Use targeting to ensure that the jobs run on the correct minion systems Use remote execution modules to install the packages, transfer files, manage services, and manage users on minion systems Manage configuration control on the minion systems with states, pillars, requisites, and declarations Use Jinja and YAML code to manage the minion systems with the state files Enforce the desired state across minion systems automatically Use SaltStack SecOps to update the compliance and vulnerability content libraries Use SaltStack SecOps to enforce compliance and remediation on the infrastructure with industry standards Use SaltStack SecOps to provide automated vulnerability scanning and remediation on your infrastructure This two-day, hands-on training course provides you with the advanced knowledge, skills, and tools to achieve competency in using VMware vRealize© Automation SaltStack© SecOps. SaltStack SecOps allows you to scan your system for compliance against security benchmarks, detect system vulnerabilities, and remediate your results. This course enables you to create the SaltStack SecOps custom compliance libraries and use SaltStack SecOps. In addition, this course provides you with the fundamentals of how to use VMware vRealize© Automation SaltStack© Config to install software and manage system configurations. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives SaltStack Config Architecture Identify the SaltStack Config deployment types Identify the components of SaltStack Config Describe the role of each SaltStack Config component SaltStack Config Security Describe local user authentication Describe LDAP and Active Directory authentication Describe the roles and permissions in vRealize Automation for SaltStack Config Describe the roles and permissions in SaltStack Config Describe the SecOps permissions in SaltStack Config Describe the advanced permissions available in SaltStack Config Targeting Minions Describe targeting and its importance Target minions by minion ID Target minions by glob Target minions by regular expressions Target minions by lists Target minions by compound matching Target minions by complex logical matching Remote Execution and Job Management Describe remote execution and its importance Describe functions and arguments Create and manage jobs Use the Activities dashboard Configuration Control Through States, Pillars, Requisites, and Declarations Define the SaltStack states Describe file management in SaltStack Config Create the SaltStack state files Identify the components of a SaltStack state Describe pillar data and the uses of pillar data Configure pillar data on the SaltStack Config master server Use pillar data in variables in the state files Describe the difference between IDs and names in the state files Use the correct execution order Use requisites in the state files Using Jinja and YAML Describe the SaltStack Config renderer system Use YAML in the state files Use Jinja in the state files Use Jinja conditionals, lists, and loops Using SaltStack SecOps Comply Describe the SaltStack SecOps Comply architecture Describe CIS and DISA STIG benchmarks Describe the SaltStack SecOps Comply security library Describe the remediation differences between SaltStack SecOps and VMware Carbon Black© Create and manage the policies Create and manage the custom checks Run assessments on the minion systems Use SaltStack SecOps to remediate the noncompliant systems Manage the SaltStack SecOps Comply configuration options Manage the benchmark content ingestion Using SaltStack SecOps Protect Describe Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) Use the Protect dashboard Create and manage the policies Update the vulnerability library Run the vulnerability scans Remediate the vulnerabilities Manage the vulnerability exemptions

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Experienced system administrators, system engineers, and system integrators Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Configure and manage vSphere networking and storage for a large and sophisticated enterprise Use VMware vSphere Client™ to manage certificates Use Identity Federation to configure VMware vCenter Server to use external identity sources Use VMware vSphere Trust Authority™ to secure the infrastructure for encrypted VMs Use host profiles to manage VMware ESXi™ host compliance Create and manage a content library for deploying virtual machines Manage VM resource usage with resource pools Monitor and analyze key performance indicators for compute, storage, and networking resources for ESXi hosts Optimize the performance in the vSphere environment, including vCenter Server This five-day course teaches you advanced skills for configuring and maintaining a highly available and scalable virtual infrastructure. Through a mix of lecture and hands-on labs, you configure and optimize the VMware vSphere© 7 features that build a foundation for a truly scalable infrastructure, and you discuss when and where these features have the greatest effect. Attend this course to deepen your understanding of vSphere and learn how its advanced features and controls can benefit your organization. As an exclusive benefit, those who participate in this course will receive additional premium recorded lecture material on vSphere security. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Network Scalability Configure and manage vSphere distributed switches Describe how VMware vSphere© Network I/O Control enhances performance Explain distributed switch features such as port mirroring and NetFlow Storage Scalability Explain why VMware vSphere© VMFS is a high-performance, scalable file system Explain VMware vSphere© Storage APIs - Array Integration, VMware vSphere© API for Storage Awareness?, and vSphere APIs for I/O filtering Configure and assign virtual machine storage policies Create VMware vSAN? storage policies Recognize components of the VMware vSphere© Virtual Volumes? architecture Configure VMware vSphere© Storage DRS? and VMware vSphere© Storage I/O Control Host and Management Scalability Use the vSphere Client to manage vSphere certificates Describe identity federation and recognize its use cases Configure identity federation to allow vCenter Server to use external identity provider Describe the benefits and use cases of vSphere Trust Authority Configure vSphere Trust Authority Use host profiles to manage ESXi configuration compliance Create a local content library and subscribe to a published content library Deploy VMs from a content library Create and manage resource pools in a cluster Describe how scalable shares work CPU Optimization Explain the CPU scheduler operation and other features that affect CPU performance Explain NUMA and vNUMA support Use esxtop to monitor key CPU performance metrics Memory Optimization Explain ballooning, memory compression, transparent page sharing, and host-swapping techniques for memory reclamation when memory is overcommitted Use esxtop to monitor key memory performance metrics Storage Optimization Describe storage queue types and other factors that affect storage performance Discuss vSphere support for NVMe and iSER technologies Use esxtop to monitor key storage performance metrics Network Optimization Explain performance features of network adapters Explain the performance features of vSphere networking Use esxtop to monitor key network performance metrics vCenter Server Performance Optimization Describe the factors that influence vCenter Server performance Use VMware vCenter© Server Appliance? tools to monitor resource use Supplemental Content Appendix A: vSphere Auto Deploy Explain the purpose of VMware vSphere© ESXi ? Image Builder CLI Explain the purpose of VMware vSphere© Auto Deploy? Describe how an autodeployed ESXi host boots Configure a vSphere Auto Deploy environment Appendix B: vSphere Security Configure ESXi Host Access and Authentication Recognize strategies for securing vSphere components, such as vCenter Server, ESXi hosts, and virtual machines Describe vSphere support for security standards and protocols Describe virtual machine security features Describe the components of a VM encryption architecture Create, manage, and migrate encrypted VMs Encrypt core dumps List VM encryption events and alarms

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Experienced system administrators, system engineers, and system integrators. Overview Configure and manage VMware ESXi? networking and storage for a large and sophisticated enterprise Use VMware vSphere© Client?, VMware vSphere© Web Client, and VMware vSphere© ESXi? Shell to manage vSphere Use VMware vSphere© Auto Deploy? and host profiles to provision ESXi hosts Optimize the performance of all vSphere components Use VMware vRealize© Log Insight? to monitor system logs Deploy VMware vCenter© Server Appliance? to be highly available and optimized for performance Migrate a Windows vCenter Server system to vCenter Server Appliance 6.5 Harden the vSphere environment against security threats Encrypt virtual machines for additional security This advanced course provides students with advanced knowledge of configuring and operating a highly available and scalable virtual infrastructure. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Identify additional resources for after this course Identify other VMware Education offerings Describe the user interfaces available in vSphere 6.5 Network Scalability Configure and manage vSphere distributed switches Explain distributed switch features such as port mirroring, LACP, QoS tagging, and NetFlow Storage Scalability Explain VMware vSphere© Storage APIs - Array Integration and VMware vSphere© API for Storage Awareness? Configure and assign virtual machine storage policies Configure VMware vSphere© Storage DRS? and VMware vSphere© Storage I/O Control Create and use virtual volumes in vSphere Host and Management Scalability Explain the uses of VMware vCenter© Converter? Define and use content libraries Describe and use host profiles Describe and use VMware vSphere© ESXi? Image Builder CLI and vSphere Auto Deploy CPU Optimization Explain the CPU scheduler operation, NUMA support, and other features that affect CPU performance Use esxtop to monitor key CPU performance metrics Memory Optimization Explain ballooning, memory compression, and host-swapping techniques for memory reclamation when memory is overcommitted Use esxtop to monitor key memory performance metrics Storage Optimization Describe storage queue types and other factors that affect storage performance Use esxtop to monitor key storage performance metrics 8 Network Optimization Network Optimization Explain the performance features of network adapters Explain the performance features of vSphere networking Use esxtop to monitor key network performance metrics Analyzing vSphere Explain how Proactive DRS enhances virtual machine availability Use vRealize Log Insight to identify and troubleshoot issues vCenter Server Availability and Performance Describe the high availability options for vCenter Server and VMware Platform Services Controller? Describe and use VMware vCenter Server© High Availability Identify the factors that influence vCenter Server performance Migrate a Windows vCenter Server 5.5 system to vCenter Server Appliance 6.5 vSphere Security Configure ESXi host access and authorization Secure ESXi, vCenter Server, and virtual machines Use VMware Certificate Authority to configure vSphere certificate management Configure vSphere to encrypt virtual machines, core dumps Additional course details:Notes Delivery by TDSynex, Exit Certified and New Horizons an VMware Authorised Training Centre (VATC) Nexus Humans VMware vSphere 6.5 Optimize and Upgrade training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the VMware vSphere 6.5 Optimize and Upgrade course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for System administrators System engineers Migration engineers Migration architects Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Describe core VMware HCX use cases and common triggers for mobility Describe the core components and features of VMware HCX Describe a real-life example of a VMware HCX project Identify all major Cloud Providers offering and supporting VMware HCX Describe the features of VMware HCX services Explain the different deployment types for VMware HCX and choose the correct components to deploy for a particular use case Understand the resource, network, and VMware ESXi™ and VMware vCenter requirements for VMware HCX Install and configure VMware HCX Understand, deploy, and manage the HCX Service Mesh Understand Network Extension and Traffic Engineering Create Network Extension and enable Mobility Optimized Networking Understand WAN Optimization Understand the different migration types and be able to choose the best one for different applications and workloads Incorporate VMware HCX into a disaster recovery strategy Design a VMware HCX deployment for different use cases Manage the lifecycle of VMware HCX This four-day course gives you knowledge and practical exercises sufficient to manage VMware HCX© and to migrate virtual machines using VMware HCX. The course focuses on configuration and management of VMware HCX. The course equips system administrators with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve competence in migrating virtual machines. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Introduction to VMware HCX Describe workload mobility challenges that VMware HCX addresses Recognize use cases for VMware HCX Identify all major Cloud providers offering and supporting VMware HCX HCX Services and Deployment Types Describe the functions of VMware HCX components Recognize the services provided by VMware HCX Recognize when to use different deployment types for VMware HCX Be able to choose which components to install and configure for a different VMware HCX service HCX Deployment Identify the resource, network, and ESXi/VMware vCenter server requirements for VMware HCX Understand the VMware vCenter user roles and access requirements Describe the installation workflow Install, activate, and configure VMware HCX manager Understand the compute and network profile requirements for VMware HCX and its services Create site pair, compute, and network profiles Describe and manage the HCX Service Mesh Create and configure a HCX Service Mesh Network Extension Describe network extension use case and benefits Compare the HCX-Network extension service with other solutions Examine Network Extension capabilities and topology Create a Network Extension Describe network traffic packet flow Describe Mobility Optimized Networking Enable Mobility Optimized Networking Describe the TCP Flow Conditioning and Application path resiliency feature of VMware HCX Recognize the key benefits of TCP flow conditioning and Application path resiliency Describe WAN optimization Workload Mobility Describe different migration types Recognize the limitation of each migration method and consideration when planning a migration Understand Bulk and Replication Assisted VMware HCX© vMotion© migration methods Migrate a VM using Bulk migration Describe cold and vMotion migration method Migrate a VM using HCX vMotion migration Examine non VMware vSphere© workload migration Migrate a VM using an OS assisted migration method Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Examine disaster recovery concepts Describe disaster recovery networks Plan and create disaster recovery networks Describe VM protection operations Protect, recover, and test recovery and reverse replication of a VM Understand VMware HCX and SRM integration and value HCX Lifecycle Management Backup and restore the VMware HCX manager Locate and access VMware HCX logs Troubleshoot VMware HCX Plan for VMware HCX manager and component updates Customer Design Scenarios Design a VMware HCX deployment Choose workload mobility methods for the migration Discuss customer requirements and proposed design Discuss components, services, and migration methods for the scenario