Ultimate VMware NSX for Professionals

Unleash the Power of NSX Datacenter for Seamless Virtualization and Unparalleled Security


Book Description

"Embark on a transformative journey into the world of network virtualization with 'Ultimate VMware NSX for Professionals.' This comprehensive guide crafted by NSX experts, starts with an exploration of Software Defined Networking, NSX architecture, and essential components in a systematic approach. It then dives into the intricacies of deploying and configuring VMware NSX, unraveling key networking features through detailed packet walks. The book then ventures into advanced security realms—from Micro-segmentation to IDS/IPS, NTA, Malware Prevention, NDR, and the NSX Application Platform. Traverse through Datacenter Services, mastering NAT, VPN, and Load Balancing, with insights into the fundamentals of NSX Advanced Load Balancer. The exploration extends into NSX Multisite and NSX Federation, offering a detailed examination of onboarding, configuration, and expert tips for monitoring and managing NSX environments. To enrich your practical knowledge, immerse yourself in hands-on experiences with NSX Labs or VMware's complimentary Hands-on Labs, link provided in the book.


Table of Contents

1. Introduction to NSX Datacenter

2. Deploying NSX Infrastructure

3. Logical Switching

4. Logical Routing – NSX Edge Nodes

5. Logical Routing – NSX Gateways

6. Logical Routing – VRF and EVPN

7. Logical Bridging

8. Security – Micro-segmentation

9. Security – Advanced Threat Prevention

10. Security – Network Detection and Response

11. NSX DataCenter Services – 1

12. NSX DataCenter Services – 2

13. NSX Multisite Deployment

14. Monitoring and Managing NSX

      Index