Course Description

Course Overview

VMware vRealize Operations: Install, Configure, Manage [V8.2] is a comprehensive five-day course designed for IT professionals and system administrators who want to learn how to install, configure, and manage VMware vRealize Operations Manager version 8.2. This course covers the key features and functionalities of vRealize Operations Manager, including installation, configuration, performance optimization, capacity planning, and troubleshooting to ensure the efficient operation of virtualized infrastructures.

Prerequisites

• Familiarity with VMware vSphere and virtualization concepts.
• Basic knowledge of system administration, networking, and storage concepts.
• Some experience with VMware products and solutions is beneficial.

Methodology

The VMware vRealize Operations course follows a combination of theoretical lectures, practical demonstrations, and hands-on labs. Instructors will provide comprehensive explanations of vRealize Operations Manager features and functionalities, followed by practical demonstrations to illustrate their implementation. The course will primarily focus on hands-on lab exercises, allowing participants to gain real-world experience in installing, configuring, and managing vRealize Operations Manager version 8.2.

Course Outline

Introduction to vRealize Operations Manager

Overview of vRealize Operations Manager and its key features in version 8.2

Planning and preparing for the vRealize Operations Manager installation

vRealize Operations Manager Installation and Configuration

Deploying vRealize Operations Manager virtual appliance

Configuring vRealize Operations Manager nodes and clusters

vRealize Operations Manager Usage and Dashboards

Navigating the vRealize Operations Manager user interface

Creating custom dashboards and views for monitoring and reporting

Performance Optimization and Capacity Planning

Utilizing vRealize Operations Manager for performance optimization

Performing capacity planning and right-sizing virtual environments

Troubleshooting and Advanced Topics

Using vRealize Operations Manager for alerting and troubleshooting

Advanced topics in vRealize Operations Manager configuration and integration

Outcome

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key features and functionalities of vRealize Operations Manager version 8.2.
• Successfully install and configure vRealize Operations Manager for monitoring VMware environments.
• Navigate and utilize vRealize Operations Manager user interface for monitoring and reporting.
• Optimize performance and capacity in virtual environments using vRealize Operations Manager.
• Utilize vRealize Operations Manager for alerting, remediation, and troubleshooting.

Labs

• vRealize Operations Manager Installation: Participants will deploy the vRealize Operations Manager virtual appliance and configure nodes and clusters.
• vRealize Operations Manager Usage and Dashboards: Participants will navigate the vRealize Operations Manager user interface and create custom dashboards and views.
• Performance Optimization and Capacity Planning: Participants will utilize vRealize Operations Manager for performance optimization and capacity planning.
• Troubleshooting and Advanced Topics: Participants will use vRealize Operations Manager for alerting, troubleshooting, and explore advanced configuration and integration topics.