3.9. The Bottom Line
Understand the features and role of vCenter Server.
vCenter Server plays a central role in the management of ESX/ESXi hosts and virtual machines. Key features such as VMotion, Storage VMotion, VMware DRS, VMware HA, and VMware FT are all enabled and made possible by vCenter Server. vCenter Server provides scalable authentication and role-based administration based on integration with Active Directory.
Master It
Specifically with regard to authentication, what are three key advantages of using vCenter Server?
Plan a vCenter Server deployment.
Planning a vCenter Server deployment includes selecting a back-end database engine, choosing an authentication method, sizing the hardware appropriately, and providing a sufficient ...
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