VMware® VMware SD-WAN [V4.x] | 2-day course

Overview

This accelerated VMware SD-WAN: Deploy and Manage [V4.x] course, hands-on training course provides you with the knowledge, skills, and tools to achieve competency in deploying and managing the VMware SD-WAN by VeloCloud® environment.

In this course, you are introduced to workflows of various software-defined WAN constructs along with several operational tools that help you deploy and manage VMware SD-WAN by VeloCloud.

In just 2 days, you’ll learn to discuss the SD-WAN architecture and platform deployment model options . You’ll also learn how to:

Identify and describe the SD-WAN solution components
Explain the interaction between the SD-WAN Edge, Orchestrator, and Gateway components
Describe the SD-WAN Software-Defined Networking (SDN) approach, traffic, and network flows
Explore SD-WAN core features and evaluate how these dramatically improve operational automation
Use SD-WAN features to perform simple, agile, and secure SD-WAN operations
Simplify branch infrastructure by inserting network services on the branch edge, in the cloud, or in the regional and enterprise data centres

At the end of this course, you’ll sit the VMware exam, and achieve your VMware SD-WAN: Deploy and Manage [V4.x] certification. Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll get certified at twice the speed of the traditional training and get access to courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

Audience

This course is ideal for:

Experienced system administrators, network administrators, and system integrators responsible for designing and implementing networking solutions
Network and security professionals who work with enterprise and data centre networks

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Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

Module 1: Course Introduction

Introductions and course logistics
Course objectives

Module 2: Introduction to VMware SD-WAN Solution

Revisit the traditional WAN technology, WAN topologies and downsides
Explain the challenges solved by Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and use cases
List the components of the VMware SASE™ solution
Describe the VMware SD-WAN solution and list its capabilities

Module 3: VMware SD-WAN Components and Architecture

Understand the architecture of the VMware SD-WAN solution and list all its components
Explain the function of VMware SD-WAN Edges, Hub, Gateways, controllers, and Orchestrator
Explain how the components of the VMware SD-WAN solution interact with each other

Module 4: Using VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator

Describe key attributes of the VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator
List primary features of the VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator
Navigate the main menus of the VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator portal

Module 5: Deploy and Configure VMware SD-WAN

Understand the deployment process of VMware SD-WAN components like VMware SD-WAN Edges, Hubs, Gateways, and more
Understand the workflow of the VMware SD-WAN configuration
List the optional network services that are supported by VMware and the steps to configure the same
Understand the profiles and their application in the VMware SD-WAN infrastructure
Describe the VMware SD-WAN Edge activation process

Module 6: Path and Traffic Management

List the routing options supported by VMware SD-WAN: Static, BGP, OSPF
Understand the Dynamic Multipath Optimization (DMPO) feature and its advantages
Explain the Quality of Service and its configuration to manage traffic

Module 7: Securing VMware SD-WAN Environment

Explain various options available to secure VMware SD-WAN environments.
Understand the firewall capabilities and configuration

Module 8: Monitoring, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting

List and understand the various features available to monitor the VMware SD-WAN infrastructure
List and understand the various options available to troubleshoot and investigate issues in VMware SD-WAN

Exam Track

At the end of this accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered Certification Guarantee:

VMware SD-WAN: Deploy and Manage [V4.x] exam

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Before attending this accelerated course, you should have:

Extensive knowledge of routing and switching is required. You should also have the following understanding or knowledge:

Good understanding of TCP/IP services and protocols
Knowledge and working experience of computer networking, including:
Switching and routing technologies (L2-L3)
Network and application delivery services (L4-L7)
Basic understanding of IaaS, SaaS, and public and private cloud
The VMware Certified Professional – Network Virtualization (2020) certification is recommended.

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

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Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
19/2/2024 (Monday)	20/2/2024 (Tuesday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-
24/6/2024 (Monday)	25/6/2024 (Tuesday)	Wait list	Nationwide
5/8/2024 (Monday)	6/8/2024 (Tuesday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
16/9/2024 (Monday)	17/9/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
28/10/2024 (Monday)	29/10/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
9/12/2024 (Monday)	10/12/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide

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