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What does the VMware Cloud Foundation Developer Center primarily provide?

  • Public APIs reference documentation (correct)
  • Hardware specifications
  • User training videos
  • Customer service contacts

    • VMware Cloud Foundation requires all users to participate in the Customer Experience Improvement Program.

    False

    What should you do in the SDDC Manager UI to log out?

    Click the logged-in account name and then click Log out.

    The collected information during the Customer Experience Improvement Program does not personally identify any __________.

    <p>individual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following sections with their descriptions:

    <p>Overview = API reference documentation API Explorer = Invoke APIs directly on your system CEIP = Customer Experience Improvement Program SDDC Manager = User interface for managing VMware Cloud Foundation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a user deactivate CEIP after the initial login?

    <p>Using the Administration tab in the SDDC Manager UI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The option to join the VMware Customer Experience Improvement Program is selected by default when logging into SDDC Manager for the first time.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the API Explorer in the Developer Center?

    <p>It lists the APIs and allows users to invoke them directly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To access the Customer Experience Improvement Program settings, navigate to the __________ tab in the SDDC Manager UI.

    <p>Administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature allows you to manage users and groups in VMware Cloud Foundation?

    <p>Single Sign On</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Backup feature does not allow scheduling for SDDC Manager.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Proxy Settings feature play in VMware Cloud Foundation?

    <p>Configures a proxy server for downloading install and upgrade bundles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    VMware Aria Suite allows you to deploy VMware Aria Suite __________ and configure connections between workload domains.

    <p>Lifecycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following features with their functionalities:

    <p>Password Management = Actions related to password rotation and updates Certificate Authority = Integration with Microsoft Certificate Authority VMware CEIP = Joining or leaving the Customer Experience Improvement Program Depot Settings = Logging into Broadcom Support Portal for downloads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature allows integration with external servers for backups in VMware Cloud Foundation?

    <p>Backup</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Proxy Settings is used for configuring user roles in VMware Cloud Foundation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done before uploading CA-signed certificates using the legacy method?

    <p>Create a .tar.gz file with the correct directory structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    VMware Cloud Foundation by default uses the legacy method for installing CA-signed certificates.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the PEM-encoded root CA certificate chain file that must be included in the top-level directory?

    <p>rootca.crt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To skip the certificate installation if validation fails, you can click ______.

    <p>Remove</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the steps with the correct actions in installing third-party CA-signed certificates:

    <p>Step 1 = Click logged in user and select Preferences Step 2 = Toggle to switch to legacy certificate management Step 3 = Generate CSRs and sign with third-party CA Step 4 = Upload and install certificates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the SDDC Manager UI provide to notify users about certificates?

    <p>A banner notification for expiring certificates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Certificates tab in the SDDC Manager UI displays the certificate authority name.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be configured before performing certificate operations in SDDC Manager?

    <p>Microsoft Certificate Authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    SDDC Manager manages certificates by integrating with ________.

    <p>Microsoft Active Directory Certificate Services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the certificate status with its definition:

    <p>Active = Currently valid and in use Expiring = Will expire within the next 30 days Expired = No longer valid Certificate operation status = Status of certificate operations like installation or renewal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT displayed on the Certificates tab?

    <p>Expired date</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Only self-signed certificates can be installed using SDDC Manager.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary to replace self-signed certificates in SDDC Manager?

    <p>Microsoft CA-Signed Certificates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To ensure secure connectivity, SDDC components require _____ certificates.

    <p>signed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in managing Microsoft CA-Signed certificates using SDDC Manager?

    <p>Prepare your Microsoft Certificate Authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the process of generating signed certificates?

    <p>Select a resource type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is recommended to use wildcard subject alternate names like *.example.com when generating certificates.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What drop-down menu selection is required for generating certificates?

    <p>OpenSSL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You must click ________ to generate signed certificates after selecting the resource type.

    <p>Generate Signed Certificates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following actions with their corresponding steps in the process:

    <p>Enter subject alternative names = Step 2 in generating signed certificates Select resource type = Step 1 in generating signed certificates Click Generate CSRs = Step 3 in generating CSR files Select OpenSSL = Step 4 in the Generate Certificates dialog box</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the default method for installing third-party CA-signed certificates in VMware Cloud Foundation 4.5.1 and later?

    <p>Using Server Certificate and Certificate Authority Files</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You can install third-party certificates using both the new method and the legacy method.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do after clicking the workload domain you want to view?

    <p>Click the Certificates tab</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To install the generated signed certificates for each component, select the check box and click ________.

    <p>Install Certificates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT part of generating CSR files for target components?

    <p>Click Install Certificates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the SDDC Manager UI?

    <p>Monitoring and managing VMware Cloud Foundation instances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Users can deactivate the onboarding tour in the SDDC Manager UI at any time.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action allows users to rearrange widgets on the SDDC Manager dashboard?

    <p>Click the heading of the widget and drag it to the desired position.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To add a new widget to the dashboard, click the three dots in the upper right corner and select __________.

    <p>Add New Widgets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following dashboard features with their descriptions:

    <p>Solutions = Overview of available solutions within the SDDC Ongoing Updates = Displays currently active updates you need to be aware of CPU Usage = Shows percentage of CPU being utilized Recent Tasks = Lists tasks recently completed in the SDDC Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a way to hide a widget on the SDDC Manager dashboard?

    <p>Click the X in the upper-right corner of the widget</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The dashboard only displays a fixed set of widgets and cannot be customized.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following provides detailed information about all hosts in the Inventory section?

    <p>Hosts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Workload Management provides access to view workload domain details.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information is displayed collectively across all workload domains?

    <p>CPU, memory, and storage utilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Hosts page includes information such as FQDN, host IP, and __________.

    <p>network pool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the sections of Inventory with their functionalities:

    <p>Workload Domains = Displays summary information about workload domains Hosts = Displays detailed information about all hosts Workload Management = Allows starting and managing workloads Cluster Management = Not specified in the content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of information is NOT included in the summary of workload domains?

    <p>Host IP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Each host's CPU and memory utilization can be viewed collectively across all hosts.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ page provides access to all workload domains.

    <p>Workload Domains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key details are provided about each host on the Hosts page?

    <p>Configuration status, host state, cluster, and storage type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the VMware Customer Experience Improvement Program (CEIP)?

    <p>To improve VMware products and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a user deactivate the CEIP?

    <p>By deselecting the option in the SDDC Manager during the first login or from the Administration tab.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Customer Experience Improvement Program collects technical information about your organization’s use of VMware products and services regularly in association with your organization’s VMware ________.

    <p>license keys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following sections of the Developer Center with their descriptions:

    <p>Overview = API reference documentation API Explorer = Lists and invokes APIs directly Administration = Manage CEIP settings Certificates = Manage SSL certificates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do to log out of the SDDC Manager UI?

    <p>Click the logged-in account name and select Log out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    VMware collects personal identification information through the Customer Experience Improvement Program.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is displayed on the Certificates tab in the SDDC Manager UI?

    <p>The certificate authority name.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You can activate or deactivate CEIP from the ________ tab in the SDDC Manager UI.

    <p>Administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option must be selected to apply changes made to CEIP settings?

    <p>Apply</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which key size options are available when generating a CSR?

    <p>2048 bit, 3072 bit, 4096 bit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The organizational unit field in the CSR generation process is used to identify specific persons involved in the organizational structure.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step to access the workload domain page?

    <p>Click Inventory &gt; Workload Domains.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To identify the legal registrant of the domain name in the certificate request, you must provide the name of your __________.

    <p>organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following CSR configuration fields with their descriptions:

    <p>Email = Contact email address option Locality = City or locality of legal registration Key Size = Size of the encryption key State = Full name of the state without abbreviations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which authentication method must be enabled for the CertSrv web site?

    <p>Basic Authentication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The template display name must be 'VMware' when creating a certificate template.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What application is launched with the command 'Inetmgr.exe'?

    <p>Internet Information Services Application Server Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To enable Basic Authentication, navigate to ______ under IIS.

    <p>Authentication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following steps with their corresponding actions in setting up a certificate template:

    <p>Log in to Active Directory = Access the server using RDP Open Certificate Template Console = Run the command certtmpl.msc Duplicate Template = Right-click on Web Server Configure Compatibility Tab = Set certification authority to Windows Server 2008 R2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What values must be configured in the Properties of New Template for the Compatibility tab?

    <p>Windows Server 2008 R2 / Windows 7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You need to restart the Default Web Site for changes to take effect after enabling authentication.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the CertSrv web site play?

    <p>It is used to manage and issue certificates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After duplicating the Web Server template, you must configure the ______ tab.

    <p>General</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components with their functions:

    <p>Certificate Authority = Issues and manages certificates RDP Client = Used for remote access to servers IIS Manager = Configures web server settings Certificate Template = Defines attributes for certificates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do you need to log in to the SDDC Manager UI?

    <p>The SDDC Manager IP address or FQDN and password</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The onboarding dashboard in SDDC Manager assists with configuring a healthy environment.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the dashboard display after logging into the SDDC Manager UI?

    <p>The Dashboard page</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To connect to the SDDC Manager appliance, you must use a supported __________.

    <p>web browser</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following elements of the SDDC Manager UI with their descriptions:

    <p>Dashboard = Central interface for management Onboarding Dashboard = Guides initial configuration User Interface = Interface for administrative tasks Settings = Configuration options for SDDC components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do you open the VMware Host Client?

    <p>By selecting Actions from the Inventory section</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is unnecessary to have the password for the single-sign-on user when logging into SDDC Manager.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be contained in the Basic Constraints field of root CA and intermediate certificates?

    <p>CA:TRUE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All certificate files must be in Windows file format.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for the server certificate in relation to Basic Constraints?

    <p>CA:FALSE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The content of the .crt files must end with a __________ character.

    <p>newline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the certificate types with their corresponding Basic Constraints value:

    <p>Root CA = CA:TRUE Intermediate CA = CA:TRUE Server Certificate = CA:FALSE Self-signed Certificate = CA:FALSE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following permissions is selected for the user account on the Microsoft Certificate Authority Template?

    <p>Enroll</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Microsoft Certificate Authority must be configured for basic authentication to establish a connection with SDDC Manager.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which URL format is required for the CA Server when configuring settings?

    <p><a href="https://example.com/certsrv">https://example.com/certsrv</a></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be verified between the Microsoft Certificate Authority and the SDDC Manager appliance?

    <p>Time synchronization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is acceptable to configure systems with different NTP sources.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To configure least privilege access, the ______ permission must be deselected.

    <p>Full Control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of account should be used when entering the User Name in the CA settings?

    <p>least privileged service account</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the actions with their corresponding steps in configuring the Microsoft Certificate Authority.

    <p>Click Start and Run = Open the Run dialog Enter certtmpl.msc = Access the certificate template management console Right-click the VMware template = Access properties for editing Configure permissions = Set access levels for the service account</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To generate a CSR, you must select the check box for the resource type for which you want to ________.

    <p>generate a CSR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components with their actions related to Certificate Authority:

    <p>CA Server URL = Specify the URL for the issuing certificate authority Algorithm = Select the key algorithm for the certificate Template Name = Enter the issuing certificate template name User Name = Enter a least privileged service account</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which role must be installed on the same machine as the Certificate Authority for proper configuration?

    <p>Microsoft Certificate Authority Roles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Examine Certificate Policy option is automatically available after installing the Certificate Authority.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct action to take after generating CSR files?

    <p>Click Next.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You must create the issuing certificate template in Microsoft Certificate Authority before entering its name.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a valid certificate template be configured on the Microsoft Certificate Authority to facilitate?

    <p>Certificate requests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dialog box allows you to accept CA Server Certificate Details?

    <p>CA Server Certificate Details dialog box</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To configure a connection between SDDC Manager and a Microsoft Certificate Authority, enter your service account ______.

    <p>credentials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To replace self-signed certificates with Microsoft CA-signed certificates, you can use ________ Manager.

    <p>SDDC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step is NOT part of the process of installing Microsoft CA-Signed Certificates?

    <p>Create self-signed certificates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following files must be included in the top-level directory when uploading CA-signed certificates using the legacy method?

    <p>rootca.crt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The new method is the default for installing third-party CA-signed certificates in VMware Cloud Foundation 4.5.1.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step you must take to switch to legacy certificate management in the SDDC Manager UI?

    <p>Click the logged in user and select Preferences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To create a certificate bundle, the relevant certificate files must be assembled into a single __________ file.

    <p>.tar.gz</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the certificate management processes with their descriptions:

    <p>CSR Generation = Creating Certificate Signing Requests CA Installation = Installing Certificates from a Certificate Authority Legacy Method = Using older methods for certificate management New Method = Utilizing the latest procedures for managing certificates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if validation fails during the certificate installation process?

    <p>Resolve the issues and try again</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You can skip certificate installation by clicking 'Remove' if validation fails.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What directory structure must be followed in the .tar.gz file for the root CA certificates?

    <p>The top-level directory name must match the workload domain name exactly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A successful installation of all signed certificates requires you to click __________ after validation.

    <p>Install</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the PEM-encoded root CA certificate chain file in the legacy method?

    <p>It contains the root certificate authority and may also include intermediate certificates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be the value of the Basic Constraints field for root CA and intermediate certificates?

    <p>CA:TRUE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Each sub-directory for component resources must contain a .csr file with a name that matches the resource hostname.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What field value must the Server certificate (NSX_FQDN.crt) contain?

    <p>CA:FALSE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following certificate types with their requirements:

    <p>Root CA Certificate = Must have CA:TRUE Intermediate Certificate = Must have CA:TRUE Server Certificate = Must have CA:FALSE CSR File = Must match resource hostname</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be installed on the same server as the Microsoft Certificate Authority for SDDC Manager to function correctly?

    <p>IIS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    SDDC Manager can request and sign certificates automatically if the Certificate Authority and Web Enrollment roles are installed on different machines.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two primary roles required for SDDC Manager to manage certificates?

    <p>Certificate Authority and Web Enrollment roles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To manage signed certificates, SDDC Manager requires __________ authentication configured on the Microsoft Certificate Authority.

    <p>basic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the steps for adding roles to the Microsoft Certificate Authority server with their correct descriptions:

    <p>1 = Enter ServerManager in the Run dialog 2 = Select Certification Authority role 3 = Click Install 4 = Start Add Roles and Features wizard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step to add Basic Authentication to the Web Server?

    <p>Log in to the Microsoft Certificate Authority server</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You can perform certificate operations in SDDC Manager without configuring Microsoft CA first.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary for SDDC Manager to request and sign certificates?

    <p>Both Certificate Authority and Web Enrollment roles installed on the same server</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To start the Add Roles and Features wizard, click __________ in the ServerManager.

    <p>Add roles and features</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components with their roles:

    <p>Certificate Authority = Manages certificate signatures Web Enrollment = Issues certificates Active Directory = Authentication provider IIS = Web server for hosting services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following tasks is NOT performed by an administrator of a VMware Cloud Foundation system?

    <p>Develop new virtualization software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    VMware Cloud Foundation is intended for users who are new to virtualization technologies.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one VMware technology covered in the VMware Cloud Foundation Administration Guide.

    <p>VMware ESXi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The _________ document provides a high-level overview of the VMware Cloud Foundation product.

    <p>Getting Started with VMware Cloud Foundation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the features of VMware Cloud Foundation with their corresponding functions:

    <p>VMware NSX = Software-defined networking VMware vSAN = Software-defined storage ESXi = Hypervisor for virtualization SDDC = Software-defined data center</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the responsibilities involved in lifecycle management within VMware Cloud Foundation?

    <p>Perform software component updates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The VMware Cloud Foundation Lifecycle Management document is focused on installation procedures.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the API Explorer in the VMware Cloud Foundation Developer Center?

    <p>To invoke APIs directly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is possible to deactivate the Customer Experience Improvement Program in the Administration tab of SDDC Manager.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step to upload CA-signed certificates using the legacy method?

    <p>Switch to legacy certificate management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information does VMware collect through the Customer Experience Improvement Program?

    <p>Technical information about the organization's use of VMware products and services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To log out of the SDDC Manager UI, click the logged-in account name in the upper right corner and then click __________.

    <p>Log out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The legacy method for installing certificates allows for the inclusion of unlimited intermediate certificates.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following actions with their corresponding outcomes:

    <p>Deselect CEIP option = Opt-out from the Customer Experience Improvement Program Click Apply = Save changes made in SDDC Manager Log out = End current session in SDDC Manager Access API Explorer = Interact with VMware Cloud Foundation APIs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be the name of the top-level directory within the .tar.gz file containing CA-signed certificates?

    <p>workload domain name</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the Customer Experience Improvement Program is incorrect?

    <p>CEIP collects personal information from users.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the actions with their corresponding descriptions in the legacy certificate installation process:

    <p>Create .tar.gz file = Packaging the certificate files correctly Upload certificates = Installing third-party CA-signed certificates Validate certificates = Ensuring the certificates meet the necessary requirements Add Another = Installing multiple certificates for other resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do you find the option to activate or deactivate CEIP the first time you log into SDDC Manager?

    <p>In a pop-up window.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the default action regarding CEIP when logging into SDDC Manager for the first time?

    <p>Join CEIP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which file must reside inside the top-level directory of the .tar.gz file?

    <p>rootca.crt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    VMware collects technical information about the use of its products as part of the __________.

    <p>Customer Experience Improvement Program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    VMware Cloud Foundation exclusively supports the legacy method for certificate installation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should you take if validation fails during certificate installation?

    <p>Resolve the issues or click Remove</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To modify the preferences for legacy certificate management, go to the ______ section in the SDDC Manager UI.

    <p>logged in user</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the .tar.gz file creation require?

    <p>Correct directory structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    VMware Cloud Foundation Administration Guide - Study Notes

    • Intended Audience: Cloud architects, infrastructure administrators, and cloud administrators familiar with VMware software and SDDC concepts. Requires experience with virtualization, software-defined data centers, VMware virtualization technologies (e.g., ESXi), software-defined networking (NSX), software-defined storage (vSAN), and networking concepts (Layer-2, Layer-3, BGP).

    • Licensing: Add licenses for component products.

    • Single Sign-On: Manage VMware Cloud Foundation users/groups and configure identity providers for single sign-on. Users log into SDDC Manager using vCenter Server Single Sign-On credentials.

    • Proxy Settings: Configure a proxy server for downloads, installations, and upgrades from the VMware Depot.

    • Depot Settings: Log into your Broadcom Support Portal account for bundle downloads, installations, and upgrades.

    • VMware Aria Suite: Deploy and configure VMware Aria Suite Lifecycle and connections between workload domains and VMware Aria Suite products.

    • Backup: Register an external SFTP server for SDDC Manager and NSX Manager backups. Configure SDDC Manager backup schedules.

    • VMware CEIP: Join or leave the VMware Customer Experience Improvement Program (CEIP) during first SDDC Manager login or from the Administration tab. VMware collects technical use information associating with organization license keys, but does not personally identify individuals.

    • Password Management: Manage password actions like rotation, updates, and remediation.

    • Certificate Authority: Integrate with a Microsoft Certificate Authority Server. Configure least privilege access for the account managing the Microsoft Certificate Authority Template. Modify SDDC Manager settings specifying Certificate Authority Type, CA Server URL, User Name, Password, and Template Name. Accept CA Server Certificate Details.

    • Developer Center: The VMware Cloud Foundation Developer Center provides API reference documentation for supported Public APIs and an API Explorer for direct API invocation.

    SDDC Manager UI Procedures

    • Log Out: Click the logged-in account name in the upper right corner of the SDDC Manager UI and select "Log out".

    • View Certificate Information: In the SDDC Manager UI, navigate to Inventory > Workload Domains, click the target domain, and view certificate details (resource type, issuer, hostname, valid from/until, status, operation status) on the Certificates tab. This includes viewing details for each component resource.

    • Onboarding and Guided Tour: The SDDC Manager UI offers an onboarding dashboard, unless the "Don't show onboarding screen again" option is selected. A guided onboarding experience and SDDC Manager UI tour are available after onboarding. Access via web browser.

    • Dashboard: The Dashboard provides high-level views using widgets (e.g., Solutions, Workload Domains, Usage, Updates, History, CPU/Memory/Storage, Recent Tasks). Widgets can be rearranged, hidden, or added.

    Configure VMware Cloud Foundation to Use Microsoft CA-Signed Certificates

    • Preparation: Prepare your Microsoft Certificate Authority for SDDC Manager certificate management. Verify connectivity, roles, authentication, certificate templates, least privileged accounts, and time synchronization.

    • Configuration: Configure a connection between SDDC Manager and the Microsoft Certificate Authority using service account credentials.

    • Installation: Replace VMware self-signed certificates with Microsoft CA-signed certificates using SDDC Manager. Access the SDDC Manager UI via web browser.

    Install Third-Party CA-Signed Certificates Using Server Certificate and Certificate Authority Files (New Method)

    • Navigation: In the SDDC Manager UI, navigate to Inventory > Workload Domains, select the target domain, and click the Certificates tab.

    • Generate CSR Files: Generate CSR files for target components. Resolve issues or skip installation if validation fails.

    • Installation: Install signed certificates for each component.

    Install Third-Party CA-Signed Certificates Using a Certificate Bundle (Legacy Method)

    • Prerequisites: VMware Cloud Foundation uses a new certificate management method by default (4.5.1 and later). Modify SDDC Manager preferences to use the legacy method if needed.

    • Preferences: Modify SDDC Manager UI settings to switch to legacy certificate management.

    • Directory Structure: Collect certificate files in a .tar.gz archive with a specific directory structure reflecting the workload domain and component resource hostnames. Crucial elements include matching root CA, intermediate certificates, and component resource hostnames with their corresponding .csr and .crt files (UNIX format). NSX certificates must follow specific criteria (e.g., Basic Constraints). Generate and download CSRs, verifying the structure. Request signed certificates from the third-party CA. Create the .tar.gz archive.

    • Upload and Install: In the SDDC Manager UI, upload the .tar.gz archive, and click Install Certificate. Ongoing progress is visible on the Certificates tab.

    Add a Trusted Certificate to the SDDC Manager Trust Store

    • Error Resolution: If a component certificate was updated outside SDDC Manager, add the trusted certificate from the error message. Navigate to Inventory > Workload Domains, the target workload's Certificates tab, and click "review".

    • Method: Add trusted certificates through the SDDC Manager UI ("review" option on the Certificates tab) or via the VMware Cloud Foundation API. Access the SDDC Manager UI via web browser.

    • Logging In: Use SDDC Manager IP address or FQDN and single sign-on credentials to log into SDDC Manager. Use "https://FQDN" or "https://IP_address".

    • Accessing Components: Use the VMware Host Client (Actions > Open in VMware Host Client) to open the host selected from the SDDC Manager UI (Inventory > Hosts menu).

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