vSphere 8 training course – Resolution of complex incidents in virtualised environments
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Even if you are the only one registered, the session will still take place (except in cases of force majeure).
Description of the vSphere 8 training course
In virtualised production environments running vSphere 8, incidents are often complex, critical and high-impact.
This training course immerses you in an intensive troubleshooting workshop based on real-world incidents involving systems, networks, storage or VMs. You will learn how to diagnose, correct, automate and prevent malfunctions.
The approach relies on vSphere 8 tools, log analysis, CLI, PowerCLI, and VMware best practices to minimise service interruptions.
Also discover our VMware Horizon Cloud on Azure Training Course and our VMware vSphere and vSAN Training Course.
Format
Remote (recorded sessions).
GOOD TO KNOW
This training course includes numerous exercises (60% practical) to enhance learning. Even if you are the only one registered, the session will still take place (except in cases of force majeure). A preliminary interview is held between the participant and/or a company representative in order to fully assess the participant’s profile (level, needs, professional context, challenges, etc.).
Assessment : during the training course, the trainer assesses the participants’ progress through multiple-choice questions, role-playing exercises and practical work. Participants receive a certificate of completion at the end of the training course.
This training course is part of our Cloud Computing Training. Discover our other cloud trainings to master architectures, services and best practices on AWS, Microsoft Azure, VMware and Google Cloud Platform.
objectives of the vSphere 8 training course
By the end, each participant will be able to :
- Develop an effective incident resolution method in vSphere 8.
- Use diagnostic tools: ESXi logs, vCenter, CLI, PowerCLI.
- Correct errors related to VMs, hosts, virtual networks, and datastores.
- Automate checks and corrective actions.
- Analyse root causes to prevent recurrence.
- Identify changes specific to vSphere 8 in incident management
Prerequisites
- Basic proficiency in VMware vSphere (deployment, VM management, storage)
- Good knowledge of virtualised environments and network infrastructures
- Previous experience in production or IT support strongly recommended
- Because each participant is unique, a personalised interview with our expert allows us to design a training course that is perfectly aligned with their objectives, level and professional challenges.
Target Audience
Recommended training for VMware operators, production engineers, or administrators responsible for business continuity.
Detailed of the vSphere 8 training course
Troubleshooting methodology
Analysis steps, types of common errors, root cause approach, new features in vSphere 8.
Diagnosing and troubleshooting ESXi hosts
Critical services, system errors, SSH, DCUI, ESXi log management.
Virtual machine issues
Freezes, slowdowns, access or startup issues, snapshots, hardware compatibility.
Storage and datastores
Connectivity issues, performance issues, VSAN issues, NFS/VMFS issues, latency errors.
Network and connectivity
VLAN, vSwitch, dvSwitch, connectivity, MTU, network latency, blocked traffic.
Diagnostic automation
Introduction to PowerCLI, quick analysis scripts, alert escalation, integration with vSphere+.
The advantages of this training course
This training course :
- Focuses on expert-level technical troubleshooting, with real-world scenarios.
- Incorporates vSphere 8 features (advanced monitoring, improved services).
- Enables you to acquire ITIL-friendly reflexes for critical environments.
- Offers ideal hands-on experience to prepare you for upskilling in production.
FAQ – VMware vSphere 8 Training
What's new in vSphere 8?
VMware vSphere 8 introduced significant advances: data processing units (DPU) support via vSphere Distributed Services Engine, enhanced AI/ML workload support, improved Kubernetes integration with Tanzu, security enhancements (TPM, Trusted Authority, FIDO2), and operational improvements in vCenter Server and Lifecycle Manager. MFE-IT trains administrators on the full vSphere 8 feature set with hands-on labs.
Is vSphere 8 worth upgrading to?
Upgrading from vSphere 7 to vSphere 8 brings meaningful gains: longer support window, modern hardware support (DPUs, latest CPU and GPU generations), improved performance for AI workloads, security enhancements, and faster upgrade tooling. Most production environments benefit from upgrading. The MFE-IT vSphere 8 training covers the upgrade methodology, including rolling upgrades and version interoperability.
What is a DPU in vSphere?
A Data Processing Unit (DPU) is a specialized SmartNIC that offloads networking, security, and storage services from CPU cores to dedicated hardware. vSphere 8 introduces vSphere Distributed Services Engine using DPUs (NVIDIA BlueField-2/3, AMD Pensando), freeing CPU cycles for application workloads and isolating infrastructure from tenant code. Through MFE-IT’s hands-on approach, learners explore DPU architecture and use cases during the training.
How do you upgrade to vSphere 8?
Upgrading to vSphere 8 follows the standard VMware upgrade order: upgrade vCenter Server first (using the appliance upgrade wizard), then upgrade ESXi hosts (using vSphere Lifecycle Manager or direct ISO upgrade), and finally upgrade VMware Tools and VM hardware versions. Pre-checks via VMware Compatibility Guide and Lifecycle Manager are essential. Our MFE-IT training course on vSphere 8 walks through a complete upgrade scenario.
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