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VMware vSAN 8+: The Complete Guide for Professionals

Name: VMware vSAN 8+: The Complete Guide for Professionals
Rating: 4.1 (40 reviews)

The Ultimate VMware vSAN8+ Course – Learn from a 2025 vExpert Pro with Real-World Insights

Created byAsh Thomas, Chinchu A Thomas

Last updated 11/2025

English

What you'll learn

Master Deployment of vSAN 8 - ESA and OSA
Unlock Pro-Level Configurations with Insights from a VMware vExpert
Straight-to-the-Point Learning: Essential Content, No Filler
On-Demand Expert Support for When You Need It Most
Craft the Ultimate Geek Fortress: Your vSphere Lab Awaits!
High-Value VMware Learning and Content
Meticulously updated with the latest Broadcom advancements, distinguishing it from outdated courses and ensuring the delivery of relevant, current content

Course content

8 sections • 74 lectures • 5h 53m total length

Introduction2:12
VMUG Advantage Essentials: Unlocking Tools, Labs, and Licenses1:23
The instructor guides you to the importance of VMUG subscription for your home lab deployment
Learn VMware Through Labs: Hands-On4:02

A Storage Administrator's Role1:52
Storage Virtualization4:58
File, Block, and Object Storage4:04
Understanding RAID Algorithms4:28
In this section, the instructor will walk you through the concept of RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) in data storage. You’ll learn how RAID works to combine multiple hard drives into a single unit for improved performance, data redundancy, and fault tolerance. The instructor will explain different RAID levels, like RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 5, in simple terms, making it easy to understand their benefits and use cases. By the end, you'll have a clear understanding of how RAID can enhance your storage solutions!
Understanding Erasure Coding0:56
In this section, the instructor will walk you through the concept of erasure coding in data storage. You’ll learn how erasure coding works to protect data by breaking it into pieces and adding redundant information. The instructor will explain this concept in simple terms, making it easy to grasp. By the end, you'll understand how erasure coding improves data reliability and recovery in storage systems!
Converged Architecture Layout6:04
vSAN Hyper Converged Infrastructure4:42
Object-Based Storage2:24
High Availability and Data Resilience Across Nodes0:32
In this section, the instructor will walk you through the concept of RAIN (Redundant Array of Independent Nodes) in VMware vSAN. You’ll learn how RAIN enhances data availability and reliability by distributing data across multiple nodes in a cluster. The instructor will explain how this architecture helps protect against hardware failures and ensures continuous access to data

Types of Modern Deployments3:45
VMware vSAN Intro and Compute Layout2:57
Designing vSAN 8 OSA Architecture3:23
vSAN Data Disk Group Sizing5:26
Best Practices for CPU and Disk Groups in vSAN2:26
Understanding vSAN 8 OSA Objects2:38
vSAN 8 OSA Snapshot Overview2:20
vSAN 8 OSA Components & Extents3:18
vSAN 8 OSA Witness Disk Role2:19
Storage Based Policy Management2:48
VM Storage Policies in vSAN 8 OSA3:10
Site Disaster Tolerance in vSAN 8 OSA2:02
Failures to Tolerate (FTT) in vSAN 8 OSA2:15
Failures to Tolerate (FTT) Lab Worksheet in the vSAN 8 OSA Model10:27
The instructor explains that the way to populate a fault tolerance matrix in his lab going through a excel matrix
Validation for vSAN 8 Disks on ESXi Hosts2:56
Adding ESXi Hosts to vSAN 8 OSA Cluster in the Management Domain8:00
Configuring vSAN VMkernel & vMotion Adapters for vSAN 8 OSA Cluster Hosts3:14
NIC Teaming and Failover Configuration for vSAN Uplinks5:20

Mastering the vSphere Configuration Maximum Tool4:04
Creating vSAN ESXi8 Templates7:48
Configuring vSAN 8 OSA Cluster10:32
vSAN OSA Scale Out and Scale Up2:07
Adding a New Host to vSAN Cluster ( Scale Out )3:19
Resizing vSAN 8 Cluster8:06
vSAN Components Physical Placement2:23
Changing the Default VM Storage Policy in vSAN4:12
vSAN ReadyNode Sizing Tool3:17
Endurance in Storage Drives: Understanding Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD)2:38
vSAN Operational Reserve and Host Build Reserve1:41
Removing an ESXi Node from a vSAN Cluster - Safe Decommissioning15:53
Physical Log and Logical Log in vSAN3:13
vSAN ESA Objects: Architecture1:53
vSAN 8 ESA Snapshot Overview2:28
Log-Structured Filesystem: Understanding Performance and Capacity Legs in vSAN82:27
vSAN 8 ESA Witness VM Role2:13
Deploy vSAN Witness Node VM6:10
Adding Witness Node VM to a Separate Cluster1:55
Planning a vSAN 8 ESA Cluster Deployment10:03
Configuring vSAN 8 ESA Cluster11:56

File Services on vSAN 82:12
Enabling SMB/NFS Shares on vSAN Cluster12:34
ISCSI Services on vSAN 80:55
Configuring vSAN iSCSI Targets and Adding LUN to Target8:55
Failure Scenario of I/O Owner Host on vSAN ISCSI Service4:32
Fixing Cluster Issues with VMware Skyline for vSAN4:25
Powering Down a vSAN 8 Cluster from UI4:12
Powering Up a vSAN 8 Cluster from UI3:18
Powering Down a vSAN 8 Cluster from CLI14:18
Powering Up a vSAN 8 Cluster from CLI4:23

vSAN Cross-Cluster Capacity Sharing2:44
Deploying VMware vSAN Mesh Cluster and Migrating VM's between vSAN Clusters12:20
Two-Node vSAN 8 Cluster and Witness Requirements2:35
Configuring a Two-Node vSAN 8 Cluster12:42
Configuring Fault Domains in 2 Node and Stretched vSAN Cluster2:45
Replace Failed Witness Host in Stretched Cluster3:26
Converting a 2-Node vSAN to a 3-Node Configuration9:45
vSAN Stretched Cluster Operation2:43
Deploying Stretched vSAN Cluster7:02
Reusing an Ex-vSAN Host and Removing vSAN Configuration with ESXCLI9:07

Requirements

The essential VMware software, including the hypervisor (ESXi) and vCenter, is available through Broadcom’s portal for free trials. For long-term or full-featured access, Broadcom’s Customer Connect or a VMUG Advantage subscription are the recommended official routes.
Complete the essential training - VMware vSphere 8+: The Complete Guide for Professionals on Udemy or the VMware Certified Professional course

Description

VMware vSAN 8+(Pro): The Complete Guide for Professionals

We are delighted to have you join us for this comprehensive boot camp! This course is meticulously designed to equip you with the core skills and knowledge required to deploy and manage VMware vSAN 8, the leading software defined storage virtualization technology.

About VMAnalyst(dot)com:

VMAnalyst(dot)com is recognized among the top 25 virtualization blogs, attracting over 100,000 views since launch few years ago. The instructor is a four-time vExpert Pro holder and has numerous advanced IT certifications, ensuring that you receive top-tier instruction and industry insights.

Course Overview:

The "VMware vSAN 8+: The Complete Guide for Professionals" is a no-nonsense approach and without filler content to learning VMware vSAN

Concise Modules: Course is divided into short, focused segments.
Hands-On Labs: Practical exercises help enforce your learning without unnecessary theory.
Real-World Scenarios: Content that applies concepts directly to industry use cases.

Why Choose This Bootcamp from VMAnalyst(dot)com!?

Hands-On Learning Experience: This bootcamp emphasizes practical, hands-on training, allowing you to engage with real-world scenarios that will deepen your understanding and reinforce your skills.
vExpert Instruction: Learn from industry professionals with extensive experience in virtualization and VMware technologies. Their insights and guidance will steer you toward becoming a proficient vSAN administrator.
Comprehensive Resources: Gain access to supplementary materials, including guides, checklists, and additional resources that you can refer to long after the course concludes.
Community Support: Join a community of like-minded learners and professionals. Engage in discussions, share experiences, and seek advice as you progress through the course.

Course Structure and Approach:

This course has been thoughtfully crafted to present topics in a progressive manner, allowing you to build your knowledge without feeling overwhelmed unlike you see in other courses. By following this structured approach, you will establish a solid foundation in vSAN 8 .

Key Components Covered:

The course addresses the setup of essential components, including:

vCenter Server 8
ESXi 8 hypervisor
vSAN 8 - ESA & OSA
Practice Questions for vSAN8 Exam

Join Us Today!

Seize the opportunity to elevate your skills and transform your career. Enroll now to unlock the full potential of becoming a vSAN expert!

Who this course is for:

Anyone Interested in Gaining Solid vSAN8 Knowledge

VMware vSAN 8+: The Complete Guide for Professionals

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Course content

Introduction3 lectures • 8min

Non-vSAN Architecture9 lectures • 30min

vSAN 8 Fundamentals18 lectures • 1hr 9min

vSAN 8 Operations21 lectures • 1hr 48min

vSAN 8 Maintenance & Optimize10 lectures • 1hr

vSAN 8 Advanced10 lectures • 1hr 5min

vSAN Certification Prep2 lectures • 12min

vSAN Wrap and Reflect1 lecture • 1min

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