VMware vSphere: What's New [V8] Intermediate
VMware vSphere: What's New [V8] equips system administrators, IT managers, and cloud architects with critical skills to navigate the transition to vSphere 8.0, addressing the urgent need to modernize virtualized infrastructure amid rising hybrid cloud adoption—78% of enterprises now run hybrid environments. This course delivers hands-on expertise in vCenter Server 8.0, ESXi 8.0, vSphere Lifecycle Manager, Auto Deploy, and new features like vSphere Distributed Services Engine and DPU support, ensuring seamless upgrades and compliance.
It prepares learners for the VMware vSphere 8.x Professional (2V0-21.23) certification exam, a key requirement for VCP-DCV credentialing. Koenig Solutions enhances learning with official VMware courseware, Guaranteed-to-Run schedules, and 30-day lab access, enabling professionals to master real-world configurations and advance into senior virtualization and cloud infrastructure roles.
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Course Overview
The VMware vSphere: What's New [V8] course by VMware is designed for system administrators, IT managers, and system architects responsible for managing and implementing vSphere environments. This two-day training provides a comprehensive overview of the latest features and enhancements in VMware vCenter 8.0, VMware ESXi 8.0, and VMware vSphere 8.0, preparing professionals for the VMware vSphere 8.x Professional (2V0-21.23) exam. With over 500,000 vSphere-certified professionals globally, demand remains strong among enterprises relying on VMware's virtualization platform. The course is ideal for those upgrading from earlier versions and needing to master new capabilities such as vSphere+ integration, Tanzu Kubernetes Grid 2.0, and enhanced lifecycle management.
Participants engage in hands-on lab exercises using real-world scenarios to configure and manage key components including VMware vSphere Lifecycle Manager, VMware vSphere Auto Deploy, and vSphere Distributed Services Engine. The labs are conducted in a dedicated VMware lab environment where students perform tasks such as upgrading multiple ESXi hosts in parallel, managing host configuration profiles, and deploying systems with Data Processing Units (DPUs). A key project involves using vSphere Lifecycle Manager to stage and remediate ESXi host images while maintaining compliance, simulating enterprise-scale operations. The course also covers critical updates in security, resource management, and virtual machine hardware compatibility within the vSphere 8.0 framework.
This training prepares candidates for the VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization 2024 (VCP-DCV 2024) certification, a globally recognized credential that validates expertise in enterprise virtualization. Certified professionals can expect average salaries ranging from $88,000 to $135,000 annually in the United States, depending on experience and region. Koenig Solutions enhances learning with official VMware courseware, expert-led instruction, and a Guaranteed-to-Run schedule, ensuring flexible access to training. Completing the VMware vSphere: What's New [V8] course positions IT professionals to lead virtual infrastructure modernization and advance into senior cloud and virtualization roles.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Experience with vSphere 7.x administration and management.
- Knowledge of vCenter Server 7.x installation, configuration, and object management.
- Proficiency in configuring ESXi hosts, standard and distributed switches, and storage protocols including NAS, iSCSI, Fibre Channel, and VMFS datastores.
- Practical skills in managing vMotion, DRS, HA, and Lifecycle Manager within a vSphere 7.x environment.
Certification Exam
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What's Included in Your Training
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Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of VMware vSphere: What's New [V8] certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the VMware vSphere: What's New [V8] certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- VMware Administrator
- Virtualization Engineer
- vSphere Specialist
- Infrastructure Architect
- Systems Administrator
- Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
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