Modern Automation with VMware Cloud Foundation…

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Modern Automation with VMware Cloud Foundation Part 1: Push-Button Infrastructure Provisioning

Modern Automation with VMware Cloud Foundation…

In a former life, I successfully automated ESX rollouts, livestock-style in what we’d call a “vSphere only” environment. The project was to automate the process of ESX bare-metal host provisioning: storage zoning, bare metal installation, ESX configuration, vCenter import, post-vCenter configuration, iPAM/CMDB and monitoring registration, and so on. Upon project completion, we could provision an … Continued The post Modern Automation with VMware Cloud Foundation Part 1: Push-Button…Read More

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Achieve Infrastructure-as-Code for Databases: A…

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Achieve Infrastructure-as-Code for Databases: A Guide for Platform Engineers

Achieve Infrastructure-as-Code for Databases: A…

It is time to treat your data layer with the same rigor as your compute. The post Achieve Infrastructure-as-Code for Databases: A Guide for Platform Engineers appeared first on VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Blog.

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Bring Your Own Keys for VM Encryption on VMware…

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Bring Your Own Keys for VM Encryption on VMware Cloud on AWS

Bring Your Own Keys for VM Encryption on VMware…

Take control of your encryption keys with BYOK for VM encryption on VMware Cloud on AWS. Maintain data sovereignty and meet regulatory compliance requirements with customer-managed keys. The post Bring Your Own Keys for VM Encryption on VMware Cloud on AWS appeared first on VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Blog.

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NVMe Memory Tiering Design and Sizing on VMware…

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NVMe Memory Tiering Design and Sizing on VMware Cloud Foundation 9 Part 5: Deployment Scenarios (Greenfield, Brownfield, Nested Lab)

NVMe Memory Tiering Design and Sizing on VMware…

In this part of the blog series, I want to provide some information about the differences when enabling Memory Tiering in different scenarios. Although the core process remains the same, there are things that may require extra attention and planning to save some time and effort. When we talk about greenfield scenarios, we refer to … Continued The post NVMe Memory Tiering Design and Sizing on VMware Cloud Foundation 9 Part 5: Deployment Scenarios (Greenfield, Brownfield, Nested Lab) appeared…Read More

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Upgrading VMware Cloud Foundation 5.2 to 9.0:…

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I recently presented a packed webinar with Brent Douglas, diving into the VCF 5.2 to VCF 9.0 upgrade process. I’ve sifted through the noise, merging similar inquiries into single, comprehensive challenges. Below are the Top 10 “must-know” questions submitted by the audience, complete with answers! – Jonathan McDonald

Upgrading VMware Cloud Foundation 5.2 to 9.0:…

I recently presented a packed webinar with Brent Douglas, diving into the VCF 5.2 to VCF 9.0 upgrade process. I’ve sifted through the noise, merging similar inquiries into single, comprehensive challenges. Below are the Top 10 “must-know” questions submitted by the audience, complete with answers!

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The VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 Latency Diagram

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VMware Configuration Maximum tool | 🚨 📢 🥳 The VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 Latency diagram is now officially available on the Ports and Protocols website under Network Diagrams –> VMware Cloud Foundation. This official guide should be printed out and on every Architect and Admin’s wall! #VCF #VMware #LAG #vExpert

The VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 Latency Diagram

🚨 📢 🥳 The VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 Latency diagram is now officially available on the Ports and Protocols website under Network Diagrams –> VMware Cloud Foundation. This official guide should be printed out and on every Architect and Admin’s wall! #VCF #VMware #LAG #vExpert

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Study Resources & Exam Readiness

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Study Resources & Exam Readiness

Study Resources & Exam Readiness

Session 3 – Study Resources & Exam Readiness Study Resources & Exam Readiness, your go-to guide for confidently preparing for the VCF 9 Certification. In this detailed session, our VMware experts walk you through the most effective learning resources, including documentation, recommended training paths, on-demand courses, and Hands-on Labs designed to build real-world proficiency. You’ll get an opportunity to explore mock exam questions, understand how to interpret them correctly, and learn proven techniques to manage time, handle scenario-based problems, and avoid common mistakes made by test takers. We’ll also share insights on how to structure your preparation schedule, reinforce your weak areas, and approach the exam with clarity and…Read More

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DBaaS, Reinvented for Private Cloud

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Want to accelerate your private cloud journey? Discover how VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 is empowering database teams with next-gen data services in our latest Blog Breakroom Chat. 🔗 Read the full blog:

DBaaS, Reinvented for Private Cloud

Want to accelerate your private cloud journey? Discover how VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 is empowering database teams with next-gen data services in our latest Blog Breakroom Chat. 🔗 Read the full blog:

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Deploying the VCF Operations for Logs Appliance…

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Deploying the VCF Operations for Logs Appliance in VCF 9 – Virtualization Blog

Deploying the VCF Operations for Logs Appliance…

Last week I completed my VCF 9 lab, which I will explain in more detail later, including hardware and overall lab design. Now I want to deploy VCF Operations for Logs in my home lab. Deploying VCF Operations for Logs is pretty straightforward. You first need to download the binary file and […]

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Announcing the Next Evolution of VMware…

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Announcing the Next Evolution of VMware Certified Distinguished Expert (VCDX): The Certification for Private Cloud Experts

Announcing the Next Evolution of VMware…

For over almost two decades, the VMware Certified Design Expert certification has stood as the pinnacle measurement for architects mastering VMware solutions – a globally recognized achievement of elite expertise. But as the private cloud landscape accelerates and our community’s needs evolve, […]

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