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VMware vSphere 5 Online / CBT Training Course

Course Overview

K Alliance offers self-study VMware vSphere 5 training videos to individual trainees and corporate training departments alike. Whether you want to improve your job prospects with a VMware vSphere 5 training course or have just invested in datacenter virtualization technology and need VMware training for your entire IT department, K Alliance has convenient video-based courses to match. All of K Alliance's IT training courses feature a certified instructor with a proven track record for providing engaging instruction. Because the videos have been previously recorded and are available on demand, each trainee can watch the self-study VMware vSphere 5 training videos according to their own individual learning needs.

Available Learning Formats

• CD
• Online
• Network Deployable

VMware vSphere 5 Training via Online

One of the most convenient ways to learn vSphere 5 is by watching VMware vSphere 5 online training videos. Once you've signed up for the online VMware vSphere 5 training course, you can sign in and watch instructor-led lessons at your leisure. With 24/7 online access to the course, there's no need to rearrange work schedules or travel in order to learn. As part of this comprehensive enterprise e-learning solution, this course also includes 24/7 access to hands-on learning and practice activities. Trainees first see vSphere 5 in action before participating in interactive practice activities and labs. Online mentors are also available to answer questions around the clock.

VMware vSphere 5 CBT Training Videos on CD / DVD

If you prefer a fully contained solution, the VMware vSphere 5 CBT training course provides you with everything that you need on DVD or CD. Simply install the disc and then watch instructor-led training videos on your computer whenever you are able to participate in the training. Like the online course, the CBT features a certified instructor who shows you how to work with VMware vSphere 5. Watch as the instructor demonstrates the tasks and get a realistic feel for the software. Real-world tips and advice are shared alongside detailed lessons, ensuring that the course extends beyond theories and concepts. K Alliance's VMware vSphere 5 computer based training comes with a perpetual license so you can take as much time as you need.

About the Instructor

Bringing over 25 years of advanced IT experience to each course and adding his unique perspective and "real world" tips, Rafiq Wayani has a knack for making complex topics easy to understand. In addition to being an engaging IT and networking instructor, Rafiq has extensive experience as a Systems Architect, Software Engineer, Database Administrator, and Project Manager.Rafiq holds multiple professional IT certifications including Microsoft Solutions Developer, Systems Engineer, Application Developer, Database Administrator, Trainer, Master Certified Netware Engineer, CompTIA A+, Microsoft certifications: MCP, MCSE, MCDBA, MCSD, and MCT. With his IT background and impressive list of credentials, Rafiq is uniquely qualified to both teach and author courses on numerous IT topics including Microsoft, Linux, VMware, Active Directory, Oracle, SQL Server, .NET and more.

VMware vSphere 5 Training Outline:

1.0 Introduction to vSphere 5

Introduction
Virtualization with VMware vSphere 5
The vSphere 5 Solution
Introduction to Cloud Computing
Enhancements in vSphere 5
New Storage and Networking components
vCenter Changes
Auto Deploy and Image Builder
Storage DRS
Profile Driven Storage
VMFS-5
Accelerator
New HA
vCenter SRM
vCloud Director and vShield
Summary

2.0 Installing VMware vSphere 5

Introduction
What are the requirements of Installing vSphere 5
The old ESX server - where did it go?
Attaining vSphere 5 evaluation
Installation of vSphere 5
Initial Configuration of vSphere 5
Installing the vSphere client
Summary

3.0 vCenter 5 Server

Introduction
Methods of Managing vSphere 5 environment
Where does vCenter Server fit into the picture?
vCenter 5 Server Components
Does vCenter need to be installed on the physical machine?
Pre-installation checklist and requirements
Database and Port requirements
Installing vCenter Server and verifying the installation
vCenter 5 Server as a web-based client
Summary

4.0 The Client

Introduction
The Terms
Using the Client
Remote Control
Using hotkeys
Searching, Sorting, and filtering using the Client
Exporting the data and Running Reports
Summary

5.0 Configuring vSphere 5

Introduction
Planning the virtual environment
Following some standards or create your own
Datacenter, Server Clock, NTP, and Licensing
Logs
Customizing the interface
Monitoring ESXi, vCenter plugins, and Folders
Summary

6.0 Virtual Machines

Introduction
What are virtual machines?
How are they different from Physical machines?
Performance differences
Recommendations
Creating Virtual Machines and Installing VMware Tools
VM BIOS
Supported Guest O/S
Creating Installation Media to create VM's
New Firmware options
Using SSH
More on VMware Tools
Configuring VMware Tools
Summary

7.0 Monitoring the Virtual Environment in vSphere 5

Introduction
Why Monitor?
What tools are available?
Tasks and Events
Alarms
Service Status
Summary

8.0 Storage

Introduction
Different Types of Storage
Why use one over the other?
Virtual Disks
Zoning
FC SAN's
ISCSI
NFS
Terms
Summary

9.0 Server Security

Introduction
Security Concerns
How to Secure?
Standards
Users, Groups, and Roles
Permissions
Guest VM's
Where does AD fit in?
Summary