Obtain an overview of VMware concepts and terminology in addition to VMware vCenter Server architecture, features and components Learn how to install and manage a virtual environment through activities that include virtual networking and machine creation, assignment, modification and removal of virtual hardware Get hands-on practice with VMware vCenter Site Recovery Manager installation, configuration and operational

• Explain VMware concepts and terminology

• Describe VMware vCenter Server architecture and features

• List the VMware vCenter Server components

• Explain the virtual and physical networking concepts

• Describe virtual hardware options and limits of the virtual machine

• Create a new virtual machine

• Assign, modify and remove virtual hardware

• Deploy and use the VMware remote console application

• Create, modify and refresh templates

• Clone copies of virtual machines

• Use Fibre Channel storage with VMware

• Install and configure VMware vCenter Site Recovery Manager

• Use Hitachi Storage Replication Adapter2 with VMware vCenter Site Recovery Manager

• Describe Hitachi disaster recovery solutions for VMware

• Configure the Hitachi Device Manager and vSphere environment

• Manage tiers of Hitachi Storage in vSphere environments

• Define the general functions of VMware vStorage APIs for Array Integration (VAAI)

• List the advantages of using VAAI with Hitachi modular storage

• Describe the vStorage API for Data Protection (VADP)

• Configure Hitachi Dynamic Link Manager for VMware Environment

• Work with VMware vStorage API for Storage Awareness Adapter (VASA) plug-ins

• Knowledge of server virtualization

• Knowledge of SAN and LUN management

• VMware experience or training

• Knowledge of concepts such as in-system and remote replication

• Knowledge of Hitachi enterprise and modular storage