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VMware vSphere 8 Administration - Build, Configure and Manage ESXi and vCenter

VMware vSphere 8 Administration: ESXi & vCenter Setup and Management

EAPK

Created by Emilio Aguero, Palwasha Khan

Explore VMware vSphere 8 administration from the ground up, focusing on ESXi and vCenter. Gain practical skills to build, configure, and manage virtual machines, storage, and networking in real-world environments. Develop expertise for IT roles that demand hands-on virtualization experience.

Packt | Jun 2026 | 375 min

What You Will Learn

You will start with foundational concepts and hands-on installation of ESXi, then move through configuring hosts, creating and managing virtual machines, and integrating with vCenter. As you progress, you'll tackle advanced topics like high availability, performance optimization, and troubleshooting, all reinforced with practical scenarios.

Key Features

  • Set up and manage ESXi hosts and vCenter for scalable virtualization environments
  • Build, configure, and optimize virtual machines, storage, and networking resources
  • Apply high availability, DRS, and vMotion to ensure resilient and efficient operations

Target Audience

Ideal for IT professionals, system administrators, and those aiming to become cloud engineers. If you have a basic understanding of networking and operating systems and want to deepen your virtualization skills, this course will help you build confidence and prepare for advanced roles in enterprise environments.

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