Course Prerequisites
To successfully undertake training in the VMware SD-WAN for Service Providers [V4.x] course, the following minimum prerequisites are recommended:
- Basic understanding of networking concepts, including routing, switching, and IP addressing.
- Familiarity with network security principles and practices.
- Experience with managing and configuring enterprise-wide LANs and WANs.
- Knowledge of virtualization concepts and experience with VMware vSphere environments.
- Understanding of software-defined networking (SDN) and its key concepts.
- Prior exposure to VMware NSX and/or other network virtualization platforms is beneficial but not mandatory.
- Basic experience with command-line interface (CLI) and network troubleshooting tools.
These prerequisites ensure that participants can fully engage with the course material and apply the concepts taught during the training to real-world scenarios.
Target Audience for VMware SD-WAN for Service Providers [V4.x]
The VMware SD-WAN for Service Providers [V4.x] course offers in-depth training on SD-WAN technology, tailored for service provider professionals.
- Network Engineers and Architects involved in service provider networks
- IT Professionals and System Administrators focused on network security and management
- Technical Operations staff working with SD-WAN solutions
- Network Support Technicians and Analysts seeking to specialize in SD-WAN services
- Service Provider Technical Support and Field Engineers
- Managed Service Providers (MSPs) looking to enhance their network offerings
- Network Consultants designing SD-WAN solutions for service providers
- Telecom Professionals transitioning from traditional networking to SD-WAN
- Cloud Infrastructure Engineers interested in integrating SD-WAN with cloud services
- IT Managers and Directors overseeing networking and infrastructure for service providers
- Virtualization Specialists working on deploying network functions virtually
- Network Implementation Specialists responsible for setting up SD-WAN environments
- Cybersecurity Professionals concerned with secure network architecture
- Technical Sales Engineers and Pre-sales Consultants specializing in network solutions
- Network Strategy and Planning Managers within service provider organizations
Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this VMware SD-WAN for Service Providers [V4.x]?
Introduction to Learning Outcomes
This course offers an in-depth understanding of VMware SD-WAN solutions for service providers, focusing on installation, monitoring, security, reporting, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
Learning Objectives and Outcomes
- Understand the challenges of securing distributed enterprises and the VMware SASE solution.
- Learn VMware SD-WAN deployment models tailored for service providers and how they transform MPLS networks.
- Gain knowledge on installing and provisioning VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator and Gateways, including resource requirements and disaster recovery options.
- Master the monitoring and maintenance of the VMware SD-WAN infrastructure, including system health, database, and storage monitoring.
- Comprehend the VMware SD-WAN security framework, including PKI infrastructure, certificate operations, and Edge licensing.
- Become proficient in using VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator for network monitoring, visibility controls, and reporting features.
- Develop skills to configure and analyze common SD-WAN alerts and utilize network monitoring tools effectively.
- Acquire troubleshooting techniques for common VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator and Gateway issues using provided tools and diagnostic bundles.
- Understand the command-line tools and processes for monitoring and troubleshooting the VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator database and Gateway processes.
- Learn to optimize VMware SD-WAN Gateway performance with Data Plane Development Kit (DPDK) support and deployment modes.
Target Audience for VMware SD-WAN for Service Providers [V4.x]
The VMware SD-WAN for Service Providers [V4.x] course offers in-depth training on SD-WAN technology, tailored for service provider professionals.
- Network Engineers and Architects involved in service provider networks
- IT Professionals and System Administrators focused on network security and management
- Technical Operations staff working with SD-WAN solutions
- Network Support Technicians and Analysts seeking to specialize in SD-WAN services
- Service Provider Technical Support and Field Engineers
- Managed Service Providers (MSPs) looking to enhance their network offerings
- Network Consultants designing SD-WAN solutions for service providers
- Telecom Professionals transitioning from traditional networking to SD-WAN
- Cloud Infrastructure Engineers interested in integrating SD-WAN with cloud services
- IT Managers and Directors overseeing networking and infrastructure for service providers
- Virtualization Specialists working on deploying network functions virtually
- Network Implementation Specialists responsible for setting up SD-WAN environments
- Cybersecurity Professionals concerned with secure network architecture
- Technical Sales Engineers and Pre-sales Consultants specializing in network solutions
- Network Strategy and Planning Managers within service provider organizations
Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this VMware SD-WAN for Service Providers [V4.x]?
Introduction to Learning Outcomes
This course offers an in-depth understanding of VMware SD-WAN solutions for service providers, focusing on installation, monitoring, security, reporting, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
Learning Objectives and Outcomes
- Understand the challenges of securing distributed enterprises and the VMware SASE solution.
- Learn VMware SD-WAN deployment models tailored for service providers and how they transform MPLS networks.
- Gain knowledge on installing and provisioning VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator and Gateways, including resource requirements and disaster recovery options.
- Master the monitoring and maintenance of the VMware SD-WAN infrastructure, including system health, database, and storage monitoring.
- Comprehend the VMware SD-WAN security framework, including PKI infrastructure, certificate operations, and Edge licensing.
- Become proficient in using VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator for network monitoring, visibility controls, and reporting features.
- Develop skills to configure and analyze common SD-WAN alerts and utilize network monitoring tools effectively.
- Acquire troubleshooting techniques for common VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator and Gateway issues using provided tools and diagnostic bundles.
- Understand the command-line tools and processes for monitoring and troubleshooting the VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator database and Gateway processes.
- Learn to optimize VMware SD-WAN Gateway performance with Data Plane Development Kit (DPDK) support and deployment modes.
