Software-Defined Storage Concepts
Learn key concepts related to storage in the data center
About this course
Labs Expiring - VMware End of Life and Replacement
Due to the Termination of VMware IT Academy by Broadcom the VMware labs are now end of life (EOL) and
should no longer be used after August 2025.
Replacement Labs
NDG Proxmox VE 8: Setup and Management labs
- Replacement for VMware vSphere ICM
NDG Proxmox VE 8: Advanced Administration and Optimization
- Replacement for VMware vSphere OSS
Termination of VMware IT Academy by Broadcom
Broadcom VMware has terminated the VMware IT Academy and Academic
Software License programs. In accordance with our Broadcom agreements, NDG will support VMware ICM and OSS
labs until the required termination. All VMware IT Academy labs will be completely removed from NDG services
August 2025.
In our continued commitment to supporting learners and academic institutions, NDG is providing alternative
virtualization learning options. The
NDG Proxmox VE 8: Setup and Management labs
and
NDG Proxmox VE 8: Advanced Administration and Optimization
enable academic institutions to transition from VMware while continuing
to teach virtualization effectively.
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Course Details
- Learn key concepts related to storage in the data center
- Understand software-defined storage concepts
- Describe the architecture, technical characteristics, and benefits of vSAN
- Compare the functionalities and performance of vSAN with other traditional storage options
- Gain basic information about the Hyper-Converged Infrastructure
Software-Defined Storage Concepts is a micro-course and does not include labs.
Course outline
Content
Software-Defined Storage Concepts
Module 1: Welcome!
Module 2: Storage Concepts in the Data Center
Module 3: Introduction to Software-Defined Storage
Module 4: Software-Defined Storage Model
Module 5: Hyper-Converged Infrastructure
Module 6: Hyper-Converged Storage vSAN
Module 7: Where To Go From Here?
What's in this course
Support
NDG Online provides technical support specifically related to the functionality of the lab environment only. Any questions or concerns regarding the learning material or lab content must be directed to your instructor. Self-paced learners who find they require additional support are encouraged to seek out a course at a local academic institution.