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Deploying vSphere 8 Distributed Switches (vDS)

March 2024 with Keith Barker

Join Keith Barker as we learn how to set up vSphere Distributed Switches (vDS) and use them to optimize network management across our virtual environment. We'll be practicing creating new switches, and configuring both management and guest VM networks.

Recommended Experience

Knowledge of storage and networking
Professional experience with VMware
Familiarity with virtualization

Related certifications

VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization 2024

Related Job Functions

Virtualization engineer
Network administrator
Systems engineer

Kelvin brings a wealth of networking and systems administration knowledge to CBT Nuggets. More recently, he has focused on honing his automation and DevOps skills.

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Skill Outline

1. Intro to vSphere 8 Virtual Distributed Switches (vDS) (1:25)
2. Overview of vSphere 8 Distributed Switches (7:32)
3. Adding New Standard Switch and VM (7:31)
4. Creating vDS for ESXi Host Management (8:38)
5. Creating vDS for Guest VMs (6:54)
6. Hands on Lab: vDS (7:08)
7. Hands on Lab Walkthrough (13:03)

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