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VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track

4.6 out of 5 rating Last updated 14/11/2024   English

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Duration

5 Days

30 CPD hours

Overview

By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives:
Recognize the features and benefits of VMware Horizon
Use VMware vSphere® to create VMs to be used as desktops for VMware Horizon
Create and optimize Windows VMs to create VMware Horizon desktops
Install and configure Horizon Agent on Horizon desktop
Configure and manage the VMware Horizon® Client™ systems and connect the client to a VMware Horizon desktop
Configure, manage, and entitle desktop pools of full VMs
Configure, manage, and entitle pools of instant-clone desktops
Create and use Remote Desktop Services (RDS) desktops and application pools
Monitor the VMware Horizon environment using Horizon Console Dashboard and Horizon Help Desk Tool
Identify Horizon Connection Server installation, architecture, and requirements.
Describe the authentication and certification options for a VMware Horizon environment
Recognize the integration process and benefits of VMware Workspace ONE® Access™ and Horizon 8
Discuss performance and scalability options available in Horizon 8
Describe different security options for the Horizon environment
Describe the features and functions of App Volumes and Dynamic Environment Manager
Demonstrate the architectures of App Volumes and Dynamic Environment Manager
Install and configure App Volumes
Create and deploy Application Packages and writable volumes
Install and configure Dynamic Environment Manager
Manage application configurations, user environment settings, and personalization settings

Description

This five-day accelerated, hands-on training course is a blend of VMware Horizon© 8: Skills for Virtual Desktop Management, VMware Horizon 8: Infrastructure Administration, and VMware App Volumes', and VMware Dynamic Environment Manager . Eight days of content are taught in five-days of extending learning.This training collection gives you the hands-on skills to deliver virtual desktops and applications through a single virtual desktop infrastructure platform. You build on your skills in configuring and managing VMware Horizon 8 through a combination of lecture and hands-on labs. You learn how to configure and deploy pools of virtual machines and how to provide a customized desktop environment to end-users.You learn how to install and configure a virtual desktop infrastructure platform. You learn how to install and configure VMware Horizon© Connection Server and VMware Unified Access Gateway . You also learn how to configure a load balancer for use with Horizon and how to establish Cloud Pod Architecture.Additionally, you learn how to use App Volumes to deliver applications and data to desktops and users in seconds and at scale. You gain skills in managing application life cycles from installation to update and replacement. You also learn how to use Dynamic Environment Manager to provide personalization and dynamic policy configuration across virtual, physical, and cloud-based environments to simplify end-user profile management.

Course Introduction
  • Introductions and course logistics
  • Course objectives
Introduction to VMware Horizon
  • Recognize the features and benefits of Horizon
  • Describe the conceptual and logical architecture of VMware Horizon
Introduction to Use Case
  • Define a use case for your virtual desktop and application infrastructure
  • Convert customer requirements to use-case attributes
vSphere for Horizon 8
  • Explain basic virtualization concepts
  • Use vSphere Client to access your vCenter Server system and VMware ESXi hosts
  • Create, provision, and remove a virtual machine
VMware Horizon Desktops
  • Create a Windows and a Linux virtual machine using vSphere
  • Optimize and prepare Windows and Linux virtual machines to set up VMware Horizon desktop VMs
VMware Horizon Agents
  • Outline the configuration choices when installing Horizon Agent on Windows and Linux virtual machines
  • Create a gold master for Windows Horizon desktops
VMware Horizon Pools
  • Identify the steps to set up a template for desktop pool deployment
  • List the steps to add desktops to the Horizon Connection Server inventory
  • Compare dedicated-assignment and floating-assignment pools
  • Outline the steps to create an automated pool
  • Define user entitlement
  • Explain the hierarchy of global, pool-level, and user-level policies
VMware Horizon Client Options
  • Describe the different clients and their benefits
  • Access the VMware Horizon desktop using various VMware Horizon clients and HTML
  • Configure integrated printing, USB redirection, and the shared folders option
  • Configure session collaboration and media optimization for Microsoft Teams
Creating and Managing Instant-Clone Desktop Pools
  • List the advantages of instant clones
  • Explain the provisioning technology used for instant-clone desktop pools
  • Set up an automated pool of instant clones
  • Push updated images to instant-clone desktop pools
Creating RDS Desktop and Application Pools
  • Explain the difference between an RDS desktop pool and an automated pool
  • Compare and contrast an RDS session host pool, a farm, and an application pool
  • Create an RDS desktop pool and an application pool
  • Access RDS desktops and application from Horizon Client
  • Use the instant clone technology to automate the build-out of RDSH farms
  • Configure load-balancing for RDSHs on a farm
Monitoring VMware Horizon
  • Monitor the status of the VMware Horizon components using the Horizon Administrator console dashboard
  • Monitor desktop sessions using the HelpDesk tool
Horizon Connection Server
  • Recognize VMware Horizon reference architecture
  • Identify the Horizon Connection Server supported features
  • Identify the recommended system requirements for Horizon Connection Server
  • Configure the Horizon event database
  • Outline the steps for the initial configuration of Horizon Connection Server
  • Discuss the ADAM database as a critical component of the Horizon Connection Server installation
VMware Horizon Authentication and Certificates
  • Compare the authentication options that Horizon Connection Server supports
  • Describe the Smartcard authentication options that Horizon Connection Server supports
  • Outline the steps to create a VMware Horizon administrator and custom roles
  • Describe the roles available in a VMware Horizon environment
  • Explain the role that certificates play for Horizon Connection Server
  • Install and configure certificates for Horizon Connection Server
  • Install and configure True SSO in a VMware Horizon environment
Workspace ONE Access and Virtual Application Management
  • Recognize the features and benefits of Workspace ONE Access
  • Recognize the Workspace ONE Access console features
  • Explain identity management in Workspace ONE Access
  • Explain access management in Workspace ONE Access
  • Describe the Workspace ONE Access directory integration
  • Describe the Workspace ONE Access directory integration
  • Deploy virtual applications with Workspace services
VMware Horizon Performance and Scalability
  • Describe the purpose of a replica connection server
  • Explain how multiple Horizon Connection Server instances in a pod maintain synchronization
  • Describe the 3D rendering options available in VMware Horizon 8
  • List the steps to configure graphics cards for use in a VMware Horizon environment
  • Configure a load balancer for use in a VMware Horizon environment
  • Explain Horizon Cloud Pod Architecture LDAP replication and VIPA
  • Explain Horizon Cloud Pod Architecture scalability options
Managing VMware Horizon Security
  • Explain concepts relevant to secure VMware Horizon connections
  • Describe how to restrict VMware Horizon connections.
  • Discuss the benefits of using Unified Access Gateway
  • List the two-factor authentication options that are supported by Unified Access Gateway
  • List Unified Access Gateway firewall rules
  • Describe the situation in which you might deploy Unified Access Gateway instances with one, two, or three network interfaces
Overview of Application and Profile Management
  • Profile Management
  • Application Management
Overview of App Volumes
  • App Volumes components
App Volumes Installation Overview
  • Requirements
  • Installing and configuring App Volumes Manager
  • Installing the App Volumes agent
Working with Application Packages
  • Packaging Applications
  • Maintaining Applications
Working with Writable Volumes
  • Default writable volume templates
  • Writable volume policies at creation
  • Updating and rescanning writable volumes
Working with AppStacks
  • Enabling AppStacks
  • Creating and provisioning AppStacks
  • Assigning and updating AppStacks
  • Overriding precedence in AppStacks
Overview of Dynamic Environment Manager
  • Features and benefits
  • VMware Dynamic Environment Manager terminology
  • User environment settings and scope
  • User profile scenarios
Install VMware Dynamic Environment Manager
  • Infrastructure and system requirements
  • VMware Dynamic Environment Manager Agent (FlexEngine) requirements
  • Group Policy configuration
  • Management Console configuration
Management Console User Interface
  • Personalize User Profile
  • User environment configuration
Application Configuration Management
  • Predefined and user-customized application settings
  • Using Application Profiler
  • Using the Self-Support Tool
  • Using the Helpdesk Support Tool
VMware Horizon Smart Policies
  • Scope of VMware Horizon Smart Policies
  • Configure VMware Horizon Smart Policies settings
  • Define Smart Policies conditions
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Notes

Delivery by TDSynex, Exit Certified and New Horizons an VMware Authorised Training Centre (VATC)

Nexus Humans VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward.

This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts.

Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success.

While we feel this is the best course for the VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you.

Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

FAQ for the VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track Course

Available Delivery Options for the VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track training.
  • Live Instructor Led Classroom Online (Live Online)
  • Traditional Instructor Led Classroom (TILT/ILT)
  • Delivery at your offices in London or anywhere in the UK
  • Private dedicated course as works for your staff.
What certification does the VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track training prepare you for?

The VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track training course helps prepare you for the VMware Certified Professional ? Desktop and Mobility 2020 certification path.

How many CPD hours does the VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track training provide?

The 5 day. VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track training course give you up to 30 CPD hours/structured learning hours. If you need a letter or certificate in a particular format for your association, organisation or professional body please just ask.

What is the correct audience for the VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track training?

Operators, administrators, and architects for VMware Horizon should enroll in this course. These individuals are responsible for the creation, maintenance, or delivery of remote and virtual desktop services. Additional duties can include the implementation, support, and administration of an organization's end-user computing infrastructure.

Do you provide training for the VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track.

Yes we provide corporate training, dedicated training and closed classes for the VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track. This can take place anywhere in UK including, England, Scotland, Cymru (Wales) or Northern Ireland or live online allowing you to have your teams from across UK or further afield to attend a single training event saving travel and delivery expenses.

What is the duration of the VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track program.

The VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track training takes place over 5 day(s), with each day lasting approximately 8 hours including small and lunch breaks to ensure that the delegates get the most out of the day.

Why are Nexus Human the best provider for the VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track?
Nexus Human are recognised as one of the best training companies as they and their trainers have won and hold many awards and titles including having previously won the Small Firms Best Trainer award, national training partner of the year for UK on multiple occasions, having trainers in the global top 30 instructor awards in 2012, 2019 and 2021. Nexus Human has also been nominated for the Tech Excellence awards multiple times. Learning Performance institute (LPI) external training provider sponsor 2024.
Is there a discount code for the VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track training.

Yes, the discount code PENPAL5 is currently available for the VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track training. Other discount codes may also be available but only one discount code or special offer can be used for each booking. This discount code is available for companies and individuals.

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