VCD RoundTable

In this Episode of the VCD Roundtable, we provide an overview of VCD 10.6 and VCF 5.2, as well as alerts and things to be on the lookout for. Specifically, we unpack their key features, functionalities, and what will be phased out, which are all a part of the larger initiative to integrate the products further and lower support costs. We also take this time to highlight comdivison’s upcoming plans for VMware Explore Las Vegas. With opportunities to meet us and attend our first ever official Poker Tournament at the Venetian, you won’t want to miss out! #VMware#Broadcom #VCD #VCF #Updates #Explore2024

In this Episode of the VCD Roundtable, we recap our Architecture Think Tank in Austin, TX and preview industry events like the approaching VMware Explore in Vegas & Barcelona and the Arrow Summit. Continue to stay ahead as we review our upcoming hosted events, such as the Architecture Think Tank in Frankfurt and Challenge Days. Ensuring you don’t fall behind, we also summarize crucial license updates and deadlines, and provide our expert tips and tricks on security patches and more! #VMware #Broadcom #CommunityEvents #LicenseUpdates #TechInsights2024

Ensure your environments are both organized and secure! In Episode 30 of the VCD Roundtable, we delve into management, authentication-based security, customization, and integrations with Cloud Director. We specifically focus on the authenticator integrations, such as OIDC and SAML. This technical topic is complimented by our experience driven tips around cloud directory appliances and the pros and cons of different integration approaches for MFA, SSO, and more! Stay tuned as we reveal more details about our upcoming Architecture Think Tank for the EMEA region! #VMware #Broadcom #UserMgmt #MFA #TechInsights2024

Learn to leverage multi-tenancy with Cloud Director to improve security, have clear logs to retrace your steps, streamline management, and more! In this Episode, the Roundtable provides a list of requirements you should consider for your toolset or environment. From defining permissions for specific users within a tenant, to the integration of other tools in multi-tenant solutions, to performance management, this Episode unpacks a complex topic! Be sure to not only join us for the next episode but update your systems in line with VMSA and utilize VCD as it is in the base license model! #VMware #Broadcom #MultiTenancy #TechInsights2024

Use vApps to streamline your infrastructure deployments and manage VMs with ease! In this episode, the Roundtable provides an in-depth overview of vApps, covering their purpose, management capabilities, network types, implicit fencing, and automation. Discover the advantages, tips, and potential pitfalls of using vApps in Cloud Director. Be sure to watch this enriching Episode and join us live next time to get your questions answered! #VMware #Broadcom #vApp #TechInsights2024

Looking to know what design requirements and decisions are best for you? Then, in this technical Episode, join us as we review VCD 10.5.1, whether a single or multi-site VCD instance is optimal, federation, and catalogs. This is just the start! We have more technical topics on the way. If there is anything you want covered, reach out to us directly or in the comments. And, be sure to check out the details for our upcoming Architect ThinkTank in Austin, Tx this June! #VMware #Broadcom #Design #TechInsights2024

In this technical Episode, join us as we provide the latest tips, solutions, and updates on NSX Edge clusters, distributed and gateway firewalls, license optimization, and more! As we provide insights into basic configurations, we help you monetize and leverage your license to the fullest. Continue to tune in for expert advice and the latest updates, such as updated security features and info on the release of the new license key portals! #VMware #Broadcom #NSX #DFW #GFW #TechInsights2024

The playing field has been leveled! As of April 1st, all service providers with new VCF contracts will have Aria Operations Manager Enterprise. So, learn all about the latest features here! This episode explores the new centralized integrations, such as management, monitoring, and billing. Learn to utilize Operations Manager to its fullest and stay tuned for more! #VMware #Broadcom #Aria #OperationsManager #VCF #Enterprise #TechInsights2024

By April 1st, you must be under a new contract and ready for the VCSP Program! In this Episode, we discuss core counts and optimization, licensing, and NSX. Specifically, we unpack the partner level core count requirements, how firewalls play a part in that, the future of NSX Load Balancing, V2T migrations, and contractually defined licensing price increases. To better navigate these changes, watch this Episode and stay tuned for more! #VMware #Broadcom #VCSP #TechInsights2024

In Episode 23 we cover all the latest news around the VMware Cloud Service Provider Program, the different tiers, license models etc.