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Overview

This five-day, intensive hands-on training workshop provides you with advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve competence in troubleshooting the VMware vSphere® 6.7 environment. This workshop is aimed at experienced system administrators and introduces methods and skills that use management command-line interfaces (CLIs) and VMware vSphere® ClientTM. This workshop focuses on investigating and resolving problems, analyzing log files to help you recognize log file entries that identify root causes, and configuring specific key vSphere features.
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What You'll Learn

By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives:
  • Use the command-line interface, log files, and vSphere Client to diagnose and resolve problems in the vSphere environment 
  • Practice Linux commands that aid in the troubleshooting process 
  • Analyze vSphere log files and determine the root cause of specific problems 
  • Troubleshoot storage problems and apply the appropriate resolution to these problems 
  • Troubleshoot and resolve networking problems 
  • Troubleshoot virtual machine problems, including migration problems, snapshot problems, and connection problems 
  • Identify VMware ESXi™ host and VMware vCenter Server® problems, analyze failure scenarios or misconfigurations, and rectify them • Troubleshoot performance problems with vSphere components and apply mitigations 
  • Configure and manage the vSphere infrastructure to improve availability and operational stability

Who Should Attend

  • Senior system administrators, experienced system administrators 
  • Senior system integrators, experienced system integrators
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Prerequisites

This course requires completion of one of the following prerequisites:
  • VMware Certified Professional 6.5 – Data Center Virtualization (VCP6.5-DCV) 
  • VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage [V6.7] (with two years production experience) 
  • VMware vSphere: Optimize and Scale [V6.7] 
  • VMware vSphere: Troubleshooting Workshop [V6.7] 
  • VMware vSphere: Fast Track [V6.7] 
  • Equivalent knowledge and administration experience with ESXi and vCenter Server

Experience in working with a command-line interface is highly recommended, as is completion of VMware vSphere: Optimize and Scale [V6.7].

Learning Journey

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1 Course Introduction
  • Introductions and course logistics 
  • Course objectives

2 Troubleshooting Tools
  • Identify the tools available for troubleshooting a vSphere environment 
  • Explain the purpose of commonly used vSphere log files 
  • Use Linux commands that will assist you with troubleshooting vSphere 
  • Use the vim-cmd tool to manage hosts and virtual machines

3 Storage Troubleshooting
  • Review the 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 disk and storage issues 
  • Troubleshoot virtual machine snapshots 
  • Troubleshoot storage performance problems
  • Troubleshoot storage all paths down and permanent device loss conditions 
  • Troubleshoot problems due to file locking on the ESXi host 
  • Configuration task: Configure iSCSI multi-pathing

4 Network Troubleshooting
  • Review vSphere virtual switch architecture and functionality necessary to troubleshoot networking problems 
  • Use ESXi and Linux commands to troubleshoot networking problems 
  • Analyze log file entries to identify the root cause of networking problems 
  • Recover from a management network failure
  • Troubleshoot VMware vSphere® vMotion® migration problems 
  • Configuration task: Modify network card options and drivers 
  • Configuration task: Migrate networking from a standard switch to a distributed switch 
  • Monitor the behavior of NIC teaming failover and load balancing 
  •  Use the command line to isolate and resolve networking failures

5 System Troubleshooting
  • Review virtual infrastructure architecture and functionality necessary to troubleshoot ESXi and vCenter Server problems 
  • Analyze log file entries to identify the root cause of virtual infrastructure problems 
  • Use the command line to manage and troubleshoot the vSphere virtual infrastructure 
  • Analyze virtual machine CPU performance 
  • Troubleshoot ESXi host connection problems 
  • Troubleshoot virtual machine power-on failures 
  • Troubleshoot vCenter Server connection problems 
  • Restart ESXi management agents and VMware vCenter® Server Appliance™ services from the command line 
  • Perform a file-based backup of vCenter Server Appliance 
  • Resolve Solution User certificate problems

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Why get VMware certified?

    VMware certifications validate your skills and expertise in virtualization and cloud technologies, making you a valuable asset in the IT industry.

    These certifications demonstrate your ability to design, deploy, and manage complex VMware environments, enhancing your career prospects and earning potential.

    VMware-certified professionals are highly sought after by employers worldwide, as they possess the knowledge and skills to drive digital transformation and optimize IT infrastructure.

  • What to expect for the examination?

    VMware offers a variety of certification exams at different levels (VCTA, VCP, VCAP, VCDX) and across various technology tracks (Data Center Virtualization, Network Virtualization, Cloud Management and Automation, etc.).

    Exams typically consist of multiple-choice and scenario-based questions that assess your knowledge and ability to apply it in real-world situations.

    Note: Certification requirements and policies may be updated by VMware from time to time. We apologize for any discrepancies; do get in touch with us if you have any questions.

  • How long is VMware certification valid for?

    As of April 2019, VMware has removed the mandatory recertification requirement for VCP certifications.

    This means your VCP certification will not expire, and you are not required to recertify at any specific interval.

    However, VMware encourages individuals to recertify and upgrade their certifications to validate their continued expertise and stay current with the latest technologies.

    Note: Certification requirements and policies may be updated by VMware from time to time. We apologize for any discrepancies; do get in touch with us if you have any questions.

  • Why take this course with Trainocate?

    Here’s what sets us apart:

    - Global Reach, Localized Accessibility: Benefit from our geographically diverse training hubs in 16 countries (and counting!).

    - Top-Rated Instructors: Our team of subject matter experts (with high average CSAT and MTM scores) are passionate to help you accelerate your digital transformation.

    - Customized Training Solutions: Choose from on-site, virtual classrooms, or self-paced learning to fit your organization and individual needs.

    - Experiential Learning: Dive into interactive training with our curated lesson plans. Participate in hands-on labs, solve real-world challenges, and take on comprehensive assessments.

    - Learn From The Best: With 30+ authorized training partnerships and countless awards from Microsoft, AWS, Google – you're guaranteed learning from the industry's elite.

    - Your Bridge To Success: We provide up-to-date course materials, helpful exam guides, and dedicated support to validate your expertise and elevate your career.

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