VCE Vblock Systems Administration and Management Course Overview

To ensure that participants are prepared for the VCE Vblock Systems Administration and Management course, the following prerequisites are recommended. These prerequisites provide a baseline understanding necessary for the successful completion of the course:

• Basic understanding of data center technologies, including compute, storage, and networking components.
• Familiarity with VMware vSphere and ESXi environments, including vCenter Server and virtual machine management.
• Knowledge of Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) and the ability to navigate the UCS Manager interface.
• Experience with storage solutions, specifically EMC storage systems such as VNX or VMAX, and an understanding of storage protocols (e.g., iSCSI, FC).
• Basic understanding of network architectures, including Ethernet, TCP/IP, and SAN technologies, and the ability to navigate NX-OS for Cisco Nexus and MDS switches.
• Working knowledge of command-line interfaces (CLI) for network and storage systems.
• Familiarity with system monitoring and management tools.
• It is beneficial to have some experience with system administration on Windows or Linux operating systems.
• An understanding of best practices for securing IT environments, including network and storage components.

While these prerequisites are recommended to maximize the learning experience, Koenig Solutions ensures that our courses are designed to accommodate a range of skill levels. Our expert instructors are equipped to provide the necessary support and guidance for all participants, regardless of their starting knowledge level.

Target Audience for VCE Vblock Systems Administration and Management

The VCE Vblock Systems Administration and Management course offers specialized training for managing converged infrastructure solutions. Ideal for IT professionals focused on data center technologies.

• Systems Administrators and Engineers responsible for managing Vblock Systems

  
  

• IT Professionals working with converged infrastructure environments

  
  

• Network Engineers seeking to understand integration and management of Vblock Systems

  
  

• Storage Administrators managing EMC storage solutions within Vblock

  
  

• Virtualization Specialists working with VMware environments in Vblock Systems

  
  

• Data Center Architects designing and overseeing Vblock infrastructure

  
  

• Technical Support Staff providing maintenance for Vblock Systems

  
  

• IT Managers overseeing Vblock technology deployments and operations

  
  

• IT Professionals seeking to expand their skills in managing VCE solutions

  
  

• Cisco UCS Administrators looking to deepen their expertise with Vblock Systems

  
  

• Compliance Officers ensuring Vblock Systems meet industry and security standards

  
  

• Cloud Infrastructure Engineers working on or transitioning to Vblock-based cloud solutions

  
  

• IT Consultants who advise on or implement Vblock Systems for clients

  
  

• Technical Sales Professionals specializing in selling converged infrastructure solutions

  
  

• Professional Services personnel deploying and configuring Vblock Systems for customers

  
  

• Systems Integrators integrating Vblock Systems within existing IT environments

  
  

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this VCE Vblock Systems Administration and Management?

Introduction to Learning Outcomes

This VCE Vblock Systems Administration and Management course equips students with comprehensive skills to administer, manage, and maintain Vblock Systems, ensuring efficient and secure IT operations.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes

• Establish and capture a Vblock System Configuration Baseline to maintain system consistency and support.
• Utilize UCS Manager GUI and CLI to effectively manage compute resources within the Vblock infrastructure.
• Navigate and operate EMC Unisphere for VNX and Solutions Enabler CLI to manage VNX and VMAX storage configurations.
• Implement and manage Vblock system networks using NX-OS CLI for MDS and Nexus switches.
• Explore and comprehend vCenter configurations through the vSphere Web Client to optimize virtual environments.
• Administer VCE Vision Intelligent Operations to enhance system library management and monitoring capabilities.
• Proactively monitor system health, set up SNMP configurations, and manage system alerts across various components.
• Create and manage service profile templates and service profiles in UCS Manager for streamlined operations.
• Expand address and ID pools in UCS Manager to accommodate system growth and scalability.
• Secure and protect Vblock system metadata and production data, ensuring compliance with security best practices and data integrity.

Keep in mind that the learning objectives and outcomes are designed to provide students with the expertise needed to manage Vblock Systems effectively, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security in their IT environments.