VCF 5.2 Workload Domain Deployment

Prerequisites for Deploying a VI Workload Domain (VCF 5.2)

• VCF 5.2 Software is required for deployment.
• Sufficient CPU cores are needed for workload and VM management.
• Adequate RAM is essential for the operating system and workload VMs to prevent performance issues.
• Robust network connectivity is critical for communication between VI Workload Domain components and other systems.
• Sufficient storage space is needed for VM configurations, OS files, and generated workload data.
• Proper I/O devices (disks, network cards) are required for storage, communication, and input/output operations.
• The deployment must adhere to the VCF 5.2 OS requirements for application and feature compatibility.
• The OS must be up-to-date with patches and updates for security and stability.
• Required service accounts must be configured for VI Workload Domain services.
• Enough virtual machines (VMs) are needed to accommodate the workload.
• Appropriate virtual switches are required for VM interaction and traffic flow.
• Network devices (Virtual Routers, Virtual Switches) and configurations (firewalls, security policies) are needed.
• Sufficient virtualized resources (CPUs, memory, storage) are required for the infrastructure.
• Appropriate security configurations are needed to prevent unauthorized access and protect data.
• Effective authentication mechanisms are needed to manage user access.
• Proper access control mechanisms are required to limit access to VI Workload Domain components.
• Management tools (e.g., vSphere) associated with VCF 5.2 must be present and functional.
• Expertise in VCF 5.2 configurations and management is needed for implementation.
• Compatibility with other VCF 5.2 services is essential.
• Interoperability checks between VCF components and workloads are needed.
• Thorough testing is essential for validating performance, functionality and stability.
• Performance metrics should be measured after deployment to assess resource usage.
• Ensure the target OS for the VI Workload Domain meets the VCF 5.2 documentation specifications (hardware, OS versions, patches).
• Network connectivity is critical, including IP addressing, DNS resolution, and network services (e.g., DHCP). Thoroughly test connectivity, addressing potential conflicts and routing issues.
• The storage solution must meet performance and capacity needs, including SAN/NAS configurations and sufficient space; consider RAID for data safety and performance.
• The underlying virtualization platform (e.g., VMware vSphere) must be configured and provisioned with appropriate licensing, hypervisor versions, and resources (CPU cores, memory).
• Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other security measures must be configured and functional, adhering to best practices.
• Implement proper identity management: user accounts, group memberships, and identity services.
• Ensure correct versions of all VCF 5.2 components and APIs are installed and configured; verify dependencies and compatibility.
• Check specific configuration requirements for the deployed workload; different workloads have varying needs.
• Implement a comprehensive backup and recovery solution, tested for data availability after failures.
• Document the environment according to organizational standards and ensure compliance. Detailed documentation for administration and troubleshooting is needed.

Specific Workload Requirements

• Define workload requirements (applications, processing demands, user traffic).
• Develop a deployment strategy to manage complexity and dependencies (data migration, resource allocation, application setup).